Settlements in conventional tunneling with deep neural networks

M. Parra, F. Ochoa-Cornejo, F. Hernandez, G. Corral

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Abstract

The construction of a tunnel can induce subsidence in the ground at surface level, which can affect and cause damage to existing structures, especially in areas with high building density. This paper presents a deep neural network model (DNN) to estimate the maximum surface settlement “Smax ” in a tunnel excavated with using conventional tunnelling. The structuring of the deep learning algorithm was performed using the TensorFlow library in Python 3.0. The DNN model was trained, tested, and validated using a synthetic database composed of several numerical models automated with Python in the finite element program PLAXIS2D. Variables associated with soil properties, support characteristics, surface overburden in the context of the conventional tunnelling process were considered for the modelling. To verify the estimation capacity of the DNN model, performance tests and statistical analyses were carried out, with the results showing good predictive capacity of the model for the three variables analysed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationExpanding Underground - Knowledge and Passion to Make a Positive Impact on the World- Proceedings of the ITA-AITES World Tunnel Congress, WTC 2023
EditorsGeorgios Anagnostou, Andreas Benardos, Vassilis P. Marinos
PublisherCRC Press/Balkema
Pages2853-2860
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9781003348030
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Externally publishedYes
EventITA-AITES World Tunnel Congress, ITA-AITES WTC 2023 and the 49th General Assembly of the International Tunnelling and Underground Association, 2023 - Athens, Greece
Duration: 12 May 202318 May 2023

Publication series

NameExpanding Underground - Knowledge and Passion to Make a Positive Impact on the World- Proceedings of the ITA-AITES World Tunnel Congress, WTC 2023

Conference

ConferenceITA-AITES World Tunnel Congress, ITA-AITES WTC 2023 and the 49th General Assembly of the International Tunnelling and Underground Association, 2023
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityAthens
Period12/05/2318/05/23

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