Numerical Simulation Algorithm Design of Influence on Existing Tunnel by Underpass Construction of New Tunnel

Abstract

Simulation is a powerful tool that can be used for systematic planning, analysis, and decision-making. Proper designing is preliminary required to construct a new tunnel over an existing tunnel to ensure safety and durability. Once an underpass tunnel completes, the interaction between the tunnel structure and the nearby soil gains a stable state and the stress of the tunnel is balanced. However, the stability of an existing tunnel is affected if the construction in the nearby area is not properly analyzed. This article proposes a numerical simulation model to empirically analyze lining force and surface settlement in order to ensure safety in engineering practice. The existing tunnel structure working condition is simulated under the new tunnel. The artificial honeybee colony algorithm is used to extract the parameter fusion characteristic value of tunnel influence and the model of estimating the bending moment of group piles. The structural mechanics of existing tunnels under new tunnels are analyzed using the triple bend model to improve the bearing capacity of existing tunnels under new tunnels. Based on the above analysis, numerical simulation experiments are designed. The proposed method has high accuracy and strong fitting ability and can effectively reduce the displacement of existing tunnels. Moreover, the method can improve the bearing capacity of tunnels. For tunneling operation, the results of the simulation may be used as a recommendation.

Ground Settlement of Deeply Buried Two-Lane Tunnels with Large Cross-Sections Using Different Construction Methods

“…Wu et al [6] studied tunnel deformation, track settlement, and construction reasons. With the help of numerical simulation software, it is possible to predict the problems faced during the tunnel excavation project, not only for reference purposes but also to predict, in advance, the various problems that may arise during the excavation, such as over-excavation, stress concentration, and excessive deformation around the hole [7][8][9]. Thus, the project [10][11][12] successfully reduced the number of issues and difficulties faced.…”