Latest Research on Geotechnical Engineering—2nd Edition
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Civil Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 August 2026 | Viewed by 2176
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Interests: dynamic response of geomaterials; dynamic fracture mechanics; rock physics; impact dynamic of rock materials
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Interests: polymer-clay composites; synthesis; engineering properties; interaction; waste recycling; durability; sustainable; further challenges
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Interests: coal mining; rock mechanics; numerical modeling in geotechnical engineering; geotechnical engineering
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The prediction and mitigation of natural hazards is crucial for making risk-informed decisions and implementing sound policy. The same is true for the design and operation of systems that can collectively build resilience against natural catastrophes. With the development of various techniques, the mechanical behavior of geomaterials has been widely studied to improve the design, construction and maintenance of geotechnical engineering, thus offering solutions to the numerous challenges present in this field.
In recent years, geotechnical engineering has seen significant advancements across various areas. Researchers have focused on adapting to climate change by studying its impacts on the geomaterial properties of objects and structures and infrastructural stability. The deployment of monitoring systems that utilize sensors and data analysis has enabled the real-time tracking of geomaterial and structural behaviors, enhancing risk assessment. Sustainable improvement techniques have evolved, incorporating eco-friendly materials and microbiological approaches, and novel materials, such as nanomaterials and high-performance concrete, are being explored to enhance durability and reduce environmental impacts. Additionally, numerical modeling and simulations have become more sophisticated, facilitating accurate predictions and design. Overall, these advancements underscore the continuous development of geotechnical engineering, helping to meet complex infrastructure needs and address environmental challenges.
This Special Issue welcomes original submissions and review articles that cover the recent advances in all areas of geotechnical engineering from a theoretical, experimental, or numerical perspective.
Dr. Bangbiao Wu
Prof. Dr. Xia Bian
Dr. Yingchun Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- mechanical behavior of geomaterials
- geotechnical challenges in urbanization
- sustainable geotechnics
- geomaterial–structure interaction
- climate change and geotechnics
- numerical and analytical modeling
- risk assessment and management
- geotechnical monitoring and instrumentation
- advanced testing and characterization of geomaterials
- energy geotechnics
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