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Advanced Development in Geotechnical Engineering and Rock Engineering from a Sustainable Perspective

A special issue of Geosciences (ISSN 2076-3263).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 4375

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Jianping Sun

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School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore
Interests: deep excavation; ground improvement; deep foundations; instrumentation and monitoring; slope stability; rock cavern excavation and rock grouting
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Prof. Dr. Wen Nie

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School of Civil Engineering and Transportation, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, China
Interests: multi-field and multi-phase coupling mechanical properties of deep rock masses; analysis and calculation methods for discontinuous deformation of rock and soil masses; safety control of underground energy storage projects
Dr. Junlong Shang

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Department of Civil Engineering and Management, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
Interests: rock mechanics; geothermal energy; geological disposal; hydrogen storage in underground rock/salt caverns

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on the integration of sustainability into geotechnical and rock engineering. It highlights innovative practices that address environmental impacts, resource management, and the socio-economic dimensions of engineering projects.

The scope of this Special Issue includes sustainable technologies for deep excavation, eco-friendly materials, and advanced methods for rock mass stabilization. It also addresses the safety of construction, life-cycle sustainability assessments, and the financial and economic implications of sustainable practices in infrastructure. Topics such as the mitigation of environmental impact and green approaches to rock engineering will also be addressed in this Special Issue.

By concentrating on these specific areas, this Special Issue aims to address geotechnical and rock engineering, which are often overlooked in sustainability discussions. It introduces new frameworks for measuring sustainability and assessing the long-term economic benefits of adopting sustainable practices.

This Special Issue will foster collaboration between engineers, researchers, and policymakers in order to promote responsible and innovative solutions. By focusing on sustainability and economic analysis, this Special Issue supports the global effort toward sustainable infrastructure and construction practices.

Dr. Jianping Sun
Prof. Dr. Wen Nie
Dr. Junlong Shang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • sustainable geotechnical engineering
  • rock fracture mechanics
  • deep excavation
  • construction safety
  • environmental impact assessment
  • economic analysis
  • sustainable infrastructure

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Treating the Collapsible Behavior of a Lateritic Tropical Soil Using Rice Husk Ash
by Jhaber Dahsan Yacoub, Breno Padovezi Rocha, José Augusto di Lollo and Mauro Mitsuuchi Tashima
Geosciences 2026, 16(6), 213; https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences16060213 - 28 May 2026
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The rapid advance of urbanization and social development has intensified the complexity of engineering projects, especially where geotechnical constraints play a decisive role. Expanding cities increasingly occupy areas with challenging soil conditions, such as collapsible soils, which demand careful investigation and innovative design [...] Read more.
The rapid advance of urbanization and social development has intensified the complexity of engineering projects, especially where geotechnical constraints play a decisive role. Expanding cities increasingly occupy areas with challenging soil conditions, such as collapsible soils, which demand careful investigation and innovative design solutions. These geotechnical factors directly influence the safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness of infrastructure, making integrated analysis essential from the earliest stages of project planning. An experimental study with lateritic sandy soil was performed to investigate the effect of rice husk ash (RHA) on collapsible soil behavior. Collapsible soils occur worldwide in diverse geological and geotechnical conditions and can result in costly structural damage. Due to intense leaching during tropical weathering, lateritic soil structures and textures show high collapse potential, with substantial volume reduction under constant stress when wetted. The investigated soil was collected in a tropical area of the Paraná Basin (Brazil) and is considered representative of large regions with similar geological conditions. Soil samples and mixtures (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 wt.% RHA) were tested using standard geotechnical procedures such as grain size distribution and compaction tests. Collapsibility behavior (i.e., collapse potential, CP) was measured using oedometer tests. Tests were conducted with realistic compaction degrees (~80%), representing conditions found in nature and in civil works involving collapsible soils. The results show that RHA can considerably reduce the collapse potential of lateritic fine sandy soils, mainly due to its packing effect, which reduces volumetric changes with increased moisture. The CP was significantly reduced from 9.83% to 1.93% in the mixture containing 14% RHA. Full article
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Effect of Wood-Based Biochar on the Engineering Properties of Medium Plasticity Clay
by Kalehiwot Nega Manahiloh, Samuel Mesele Fetene and Emma Detwiler
Geosciences 2025, 15(11), 430; https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences15110430 - 12 Nov 2025
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This research investigates the impact of wood-based biochar on the engineering properties of medium plasticity clay obtained from Perryville, Maryland. The clay was amended with biochar at volumetric contents of 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%, and 15% and subjected to a comprehensive suite of [...] Read more.
This research investigates the impact of wood-based biochar on the engineering properties of medium plasticity clay obtained from Perryville, Maryland. The clay was amended with biochar at volumetric contents of 3%, 6%, 9%, 12%, and 15% and subjected to a comprehensive suite of index and classification, compression, and shear strength laboratory tests. Results indicate that increasing biochar content leads to higher liquid limits and plasticity indices, a decrease in dry unit weight, and a higher optimum moisture content. Compression tests revealed increased compressibility and final void ratio with higher biochar content, likely due to biochar’s porous structure. Direct shear tests showed consistent improvements in shear strength parameters, including increases in both the internal friction angle and cohesion. Unconfined compression tests also demonstrated higher strength and ductility in biochar-amended samples. These findings support the potential of wood-based biochar as a sustainable and effective soil amendment for improving the geotechnical performance of clayey soils. Full article
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Comprehensive Guidelines for Numerical Simulation of Jet Grouting Technology Using MPS-CAE
by Sudip Shakya, Yoji Hontani, Kuo Chieh Chao and Shinya Inazumi
Geosciences 2025, 15(2), 36; https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences15020036 - 22 Jan 2025
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This paper presents a thorough guide to simulating jet grouting using the Moving Particle Semi-Implicit (MPS) method for numerical analysis and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) for model development. It addresses the shortcomings of previous jet grouting simulation studies, which often lacked clear and comprehensive [...] Read more.
This paper presents a thorough guide to simulating jet grouting using the Moving Particle Semi-Implicit (MPS) method for numerical analysis and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) for model development. It addresses the shortcomings of previous jet grouting simulation studies, which often lacked clear and comprehensive guidelines, by providing a detailed step-by-step approach. The key aspects of the simulation that define and shape the output of real-world jet grouting technology, such as jet grouting spray settings and material parameter configurations, are validated against benchmark experimental data. The previously challenging task of accurately determining material parameters for soil when modeled as a Bingham fluid bi-viscosity model, is simplified into a universal guideline that can be easily applied to any soil type with known unconfined compressive strength. Finally, the reliability of the jet grouting simulation is confirmed by comparing the simulation results with benchmark experimental data under similar conditions, demonstrating the robustness and accuracy of the proposed method. Full article
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