Advances in Numerical Computation and Mathematical Modeling for Geotechnical Mechanics and Dynamics

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to the Special Issue “Advances in Numerical Computation and Mathematical Modeling for Geotechnical Mechanics and Dynamics”. With the rapid development of geotechnical engineering toward deep burial and complex geological environments, engineering challenges such as rock/soil dynamic failure, rockbursts, geothermal damage, and microseismic hazards have become increasingly prominent. These problems are characterized by the nonlinearity, time dependence, and multi-field coupling of rock/soil mechanical behaviors, making traditional analytical methods difficult to meet the demands of accurate analysis, evaluation, and design. The integration of advanced numerical computation techniques, mathematical modeling theories, and engineering practice has become an indispensable approach to solving these complex issues. This research area not only bridges mathematics, mechanics, and geotechnical engineering but also provides critical technical support for the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of infrastructure projects such as tunnels, mines, and underground storage facilities, highlighting its important academic value and practical significance.

This Special Issue aims to gather high-quality original research articles, review papers, and case studies that focus on the latest advances in numerical computation and mathematical modeling for geotechnical mechanics and dynamics. It seeks to promote academic exchange and innovation in this interdisciplinary field, summarize cutting-edge research achievements, and explore future development directions.

In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Novel mathematical models and constitutive relations for rock/soil nonlinear dynamic behaviors;
• Advanced numerical computation methods (e.g., FEM/DEM) for geotechnical engineering;
• Multi-physical field coupling simulation (thermo–hydro–mechanical–chemical interactions) in rock/soil systems;
• Application of nonlinear dynamics and stability theory in geotechnical engineering;
• AI-driven analysis and predictive modeling for rock/soil dynamic/static responses;
• Stability evaluation and optimization design of underground structures under complex loads;
• Case studies on numerical computation and mathematical modeling in practical geotechnical projects.

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Hao Xiong
Guest Editor

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