Reflective cracking is a common distress of old pavement overlaid with an asphalt layer. The asphalt rubber stress-absorbing membrane interlayer can effectively mitigate and prevent reflective cracking. However, the existing test methods and evaluati...
Reflective cracking is a common distress of semi-rigid base asphalt pavements and overlay pavement projects. An asphalt rubber stress-absorbing membrane interlayer (AR-SAMI) prepared by waste tires is an effective engineering solution for treating re...
The extended finite element method (XFEM) was employed for the computational modeling of internal defects within a bond layer. Furthermore, a cohesive zone model (CZM) was implemented to characterize the behavior of the bond layer in response to inte...
This study analyzes the stability of embankment slopes with inclined interlayers and vertical tensile cracks at the crest under saturated conditions. This study first establishes a composite failure mechanism based on a finite element limit analysis;...
Deciphering the dynamic fracture evolution of rock masses, particularly the interaction between dynamic stress waves and localised weak interlayers, is essential for optimising dynamic rock excavation in mining engineering. To systematically explore...
The growth of diamond film with texture on stainless steel can significantly improve its wear properties, while conventional methods such as laser etching and ultrasonic vibration superimposed machining suffered from complex processes and extra equip...
The application of geocomposites as reinforcement in asphalt pavements is a promising solution for the maintenance/rehabilitation of existing pavements and for the construction of new pavements, whose effectiveness strongly depends on the physical an...
For rigid-flexible composite pavement structures, traditional macroscopic assessment of crack-resistant interlayers is typically based on total fatigue life alone, without differentiating between crack propagation through the rigid substrate and crac...
In this study, the interfacial cracking mechanism of Cr-coated Zircaloy cladding tubes was investigated through a combination of tensile testing, advanced microstructural characterization, and first-principle calculations. The results demonstrate the...
Reflection cracks are one of the most common problems in semi-rigid base pavement. Setting a stress absorption layer can effectively delay the occurrence of reflection cracks, but further improvement is still needed in its interlayer bonding performa...
The reason for instability in a rock mass with a weak interlayer is not only the sliding failure of the rock interlayer structural plane but also the tip crack propagation caused by the stress concentration at the tip of the interlayer. In this study...
The drilling and blasting method is the mainstream approach for excavating deep-buried tunnels. Nevertheless, a complex static–dynamic coupling environment is formed by the directional high in situ stress and the widely distributed weakly inter...
Automated tape placement with in-situ consolidation (ATPisc) is a layer-wise manufacturing process in which the achievement of proper interlayer bonding constitutes one of the most challenging aspects. In the present study, unidirectional carbon fibe...
The application of carbon-fiber-based geogrids in asphalt pavements is still in the nascent phase of research in China. Compared with glass fiber, carbon fiber undergoes processes such as electrochemical surface oxidation and coating with a sizing ag...
The interlayer pores of 3D-printed concrete (3DPC) significantly weaken its macroscopic mechanical properties. In this study, the phase-field cohesive zone model (PF-CZM) is employed as a numerical tool to systematically investigate the weakening mec...
The failure of premature thermal cycling spalling off is the bottleneck problem currently faced by yttrium oxide partially stabilized zirconia (YSZ) ceramic-based sealing coatings. Studies on the thermal cycling performance of coatings with “br...
To address the dual challenges of cryogenic performance degradation and excessive VOC emissions in rubberized asphalt, this study proposes a synergistic optimization strategy using a polymer-based warm-mix additive (USP). The effects of USP on the rh...
Multilayered geological structures are common in geotechnical engineering, where cooling shrinkage induces polygonal cracks in interlayers, compromising rock mass strength, permeability, and long-term stability. Existing thermo-mechanical studies on...
The research object was three-layer reinforced precast concrete enclosure structures. The structures consist of heavy concrete B25 in the external layers and polystyrene concrete B1 in the internal layer. The stress–strain state of precast concrete s...
During the cold metal transfer (CMT) arc additive manufacturing process of steel/copper bimetallic materials, interfacial penetration cracks have been observed due to the significant differences in thermal and physical properties between steel and co...
The interlayering method effectively enhances resistance against delamination in laminated composites. However, synthesis methods for interlayers have been limited and, at times, expensive. Consequently, this study investigates the effect of innovati...
Roller compacted concrete (RCC) dams own a large number of horizontal construction layers, which can easily lead to weak joints among layers and generate interlayer joints with different scales to reduce the dam bearing capacity. In this study, exten...
The stiffness degradation of hybrid carbon/glass fibre composites are investigated under cyclic loading in three-point bending. The composites are compared to toughened composites interlayered with PA 6,6 nanofibre (veil) and a matrix toughened with...
The adaptation of 3D printing techniques within the construction industry has opened new possibilities for designing and constructing cementitious materials efficiently and flexibly. The layered nature of extrusion-based concrete printing introduces...
Corrosion resistant films with almost the same film thickness were prepared on the magnesium alloy AZ61 by steam coating at different vapor pressure and treatment times. The effect of the vapor pressure on the structures and the corrosion resistance...
Weak interlayers in layered rock masses can strongly influence stress-wave propagation, crack development, block motion, and flyrock behavior during bench slope blasting. To clarify the controlling mechanisms, a quasi-two-dimensional single-hole benc...
In this work a W coating was deposited through PS in Ar-H2 atmosphere on a substrate of CuCrZr with an interlayer consisting of gradually changing fractions of Cu and W. The W coating and the interlayer showed good adhesion and no cracks were observe...
The brittle nature of CuAl2 intermetallic layers severely limits the service reliability of Cu/Al clad materials in power electronics. Here, molecular dynamics simulations are performed to clarify the thickness-dependent deformation behavior of CuAl2...
A key factor in ensuring the stability and ductility of asphalt pavements is interlayer fatigue resistance. Interlayer bonding characteristics are one of the most significant elements influencing the lifespan of asphalt pavements. Poor bonding proper...
The southwestern region of China is close to the Eurasian earthquake zone. Many engineering areas in southwestern China are affected by earthquakes and are close to the epicenter of earthquakes that occur in this region. During earthquakes, slopes wi...
This study presents a coupled numerical–experimental investigation into the early-age thermo-mechanical behaviour of 3D-printed concrete (3DPC), with particular emphasis on strength development, interlayer bonding, and thermally induced crackin...
Some multi-materials produced via SLM and containing 316L steel may exhibit defects and cracks in the interfacial zone. There is a lack of research on 316L/NiTi multi-materials with an interlayer produced via SLM. This study aims to investigate the i...
This study investigated the effect of the fusion-bonded dots of veil interleaves on the crack propagation path of the interlaminar fracture of continuous carbon fiber reinforced epoxy resin. Two thin fiber layers (i.e., nylon veil (NV) with fusion-bo...
Ground fissures are widespread around the world and are particularly severe in the North China Plain. In order to investigate the crack propagation path and propagation mode of buried ground fissures from deep strata to the surface, physical simulati...
Wire + arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) is a modern manufacturing process that has opened new possibilities for rapid builds and reductions in material wastage. This paper explores residual stress in WAAM Ti-6Al-4V walls built using three different...
In geotechnical engineering, a bedding slope often leads to geological disasters, particularly in the case of bedding-locked rock slopes. This study focuses on a typical bedding-locked rock slope in western Henan Province, China. The deformation and...
To address stability issues induced by dynamic fracture of weak interlayers in sandstone–mudstone interbedded slopes during blasting excavation, this study investigates the Qingnian Hub diversion channel project of the Ping-Lu Canal through an...
In this study, Y2O3 coating is used as an interlayer between Al2O3 substrate and a ceramic coating; this is in order to minimize the morphological distortion produced by a single deposition of the ceramic coating on the Al2O3 substrate, which is perf...
In order to study the effect of interlayer thickness on the deformation and strength characteristics of interbedded sandstone under load, uniaxial compression and conventional triaxial compression tests were carried out on four interbedded medium-gra...
In structures manufactured using 3D concrete printing, cracks can easily propagate along the interface between printed layers. Therefore, it was necessary to determine the interlayer bond strength. In this study, direct shear and tensile tests were p...
Tremendous discrepancies in the positive enthalpy of mixing and the coefficient of thermal expansion emerge between the copper alloy and the gray cast iron, accounting for numerous pores and cracks in the interfacial region during the metallurgical b...
This paper presents a study of acoustic emission (AE) during the deformation of dissimilar welded joints of austenitic steel to pearlitic steel. One of the specific problems in these welded joints is the presence of decarburized and carbide diffusion...
The article deals with the problems of cracking in the structure of multilayered coatings under the conditions of stochastic loading process. A mathematical model has been proposed in order to predict the crack propagation velocity in the coating whi...
Pipeline steels under cyclic loading in corrosive environments are prone to wear and corrosion–wear synergy. Low-dilution, high-reliability Ni-based Cold Metal Transfer (CMT) overlays are therefore required to ensure structural integrity. In th...
The complex failure mechanisms of glass laminates under in-plane loading conditions is modelled within the framework of phase-field strategy. Laminated glass is widely used for structural purposes due to its safe post-glass-breakage response. In fact...
Welding of dissimilar magnesium alloys and aluminum alloys is challenging due to the formation of interlayers composed of brittle intermetallic compounds (IMCs) at the bonding interface, which reduces the bonding strength. In our studies, we applied...
C276 Hastelloy/Q235 Steel cladding plates were prepared by vacuum-sealed hot rolling (VSHR) with a small hole. The effects of different Ni interlayers on the macro-morphology, microstructure, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of the clad...
Layered rock masses with holes are common in nature. Their mechanical behavior plays an important role in the safety and stability of engineering structures. However, previous studies have concentrated on a single lithological layer, and few studies...
Laminated composites have distinct mechanical properties that suit various industries. However, varying loading rates during their service life increase their vulnerability to one of their main weaknesses, delamination. Moreover, some interlayers tha...
This study presents a comprehensive numerical investigation into the dynamic response of railway precast concrete slab track (PST) systems subjected to various interlayer gap conditions. Key parameters including gap width, depth, and location were ex...
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