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School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Hohai University, Nanjing 210098, China
State Key Laboratory for the Coal Mine Disaster Dynamics and Controls, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China
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Development of Underground Space for Engineering Application, 2nd Edition

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Dear Colleagues,

This is the second edition of the previous successful Topic “Development of Underground Space for Engineering Application”.

The exploration and utilization of underground space offer promising solutions to the various challenges faced by rapidly growing cities worldwide. From urban planning and infrastructure development to environmental sustainability and disaster resilience, underground space emerges as a versatile resource with immense potential. We welcome the submission of manuscripts to this Topic that explore original theories, methods, technologies, and applications throughout the life-cycle of underground projects, including planning, design, operation and maintenance, disaster prevention, and demolition.

We invite original research papers and review articles focusing on the latest developments, innovations, and applications of underground space in various contexts. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

  1. Urban Planning and Infrastructure: Addressing urban congestion and enhancing livability through underground transportation networks, parking facilities, and utilities.
  2. Disaster Resilience: Constructing resilient underground structures to withstand earthquakes, floods, and disasters, ensuring urban safety and continuity.
  3. Advanced Technologies: Advancing underground space development through innovative construction techniques, materials, and monitoring systems.
  4. Tunnels and Mines: Discussing the design, construction, and management of transportation tunnels and mines to improve connectivity and promote sustainable practices.
  5. Environmental Sustainability: Mitigating environmental impacts and integrating underground space into ecosystems to achieve harmonious urban–natural coexistence.

We encourage submissions that contribute to a deeper understanding of the development and application of underground space, fostering innovation and collaboration for sustainable urban development.

Prof. Dr. Chun Zhu
Dr. Fei Wu
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • urban planning
  • infrastructure development
  • disaster resilience
  • advanced technologies
  • environmental sustainability
  • digitization
  • intelligence

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Applied Sciences
applsci 		2.5 5.5 2011 16 Days CHF 2400 Submit
Buildings
buildings 		3.1 4.4 2011 15.1 Days CHF 2600 Submit
Eng
eng 		2.4 3.2 2020 18 Days CHF 1400 Submit
Infrastructures
infrastructures 		2.9 6.0 2016 18.3 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Processes
processes 		2.8 5.5 2013 14.9 Days CHF 2400 Submit

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Collaborative Support Optimization for Constrained Foundation Pit Excavation Adjacent to Urban Rail Transit: A Case Study of Shangdi Station on Beijing Subway, China
by Haitao Wang, Anqi Zhang, Haoyu Wang, Wenming Wang, Junhu Yue and Jinqing Jia
Appl. Sci. 2026, 16(8), 3631; https://doi.org/10.3390/app16083631 - 8 Apr 2026
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Excavation adjacent to operating urban rail transit faces formidable deformation control challenges. To address this, a parametric collaborative optimization framework integrating micro steel pipe pile isolation and temporary intermediate partition wall reinforcement is proposed. Taking a foundation pit project at Shangdi Station of [...] Read more.
Excavation adjacent to operating urban rail transit faces formidable deformation control challenges. To address this, a parametric collaborative optimization framework integrating micro steel pipe pile isolation and temporary intermediate partition wall reinforcement is proposed. Taking a foundation pit project at Shangdi Station of Beijing Metro Line 13 as a case study, a three-dimensional finite element model was established using the Hardening Soil constitutive model and calibrated with field monitoring data. Optimization analysis reveals that micro-pile spacing is the dominant factor controlling local rail settlement, while intermediate partition wall thickness primarily dictates global surface settlement. By balancing stringent safety limits with construction economy through a multi-objective evaluation, the preferred support configuration was calculated to be 273 mm diameter micro-piles at 500 mm spacing, combined with a 300 mm-thick partition wall. This collaborative configuration successfully truncates lateral soil displacement, reducing maximum rail settlement by over 55% and surface settlement by 53.6% compared to the baseline. Field monitoring results show high consistency with the numerical predictions (RMSE = 0.1438 mm), confirming the reliability of the proposed parametric collaborative optimization framework. Ultimately, this framework provides a validated, quantitative design methodology and a practical reference for support design in constrained excavations adjacent to existing sensitive infrastructure. Full article
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Research and Application of Backfilling Process for Ensuring Safe Mining Face Passage Through Crossing Abandoned Roadways
by Menglu Li, Cong Ai, Ruifeng Gao, Yajun Li, Yishen Jiang and Qingyuan He
Processes 2026, 14(7), 1142; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr14071142 - 2 Apr 2026
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In order to ensure the smooth and safe advancement of mining faces through abandoned roadways (ARs), this study investigates the backfilling process in a mining operation in western China, where abandoned roadways continuously appear ahead of newly arranged mining faces. A theoretical analysis [...] Read more.
In order to ensure the smooth and safe advancement of mining faces through abandoned roadways (ARs), this study investigates the backfilling process in a mining operation in western China, where abandoned roadways continuously appear ahead of newly arranged mining faces. A theoretical analysis of the immediate roof of the roadway is conducted, leading to the conclusion that the optimal spacing between backfilling bodies is 8 m. Numerical simulation software is used to examine the effects of different backfilling body lengths—6 m, 8 m, and 10 m—on the stress state, deformation characteristics, and stress distribution of the surrounding rock during mining. Based on the simulation results, appropriate backfilling body lengths are selected: 8 m for ARs perpendicular to the mining face and 10 m for ARs parallel to the mining face. The proposed backfilling process is validated through industrial tests, demonstrating its effectiveness in ensuring mining safety and improving economic efficiency. Full article
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Design and Implementation of 3D Geological Suitability Evaluation System for Underground Space Development
by Fanfan Dou, Meijun Xu, Yong Guan, Hui Zhang, Lan Liu, Yanming Li and Baokai Yang
Eng 2026, 7(2), 97; https://doi.org/10.3390/eng7020097 - 19 Feb 2026
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Traditional underground space evaluation systems often employ 2D GIS methods to represent 3D information, leading to issues such as the loss of 3D spatial data and insufficient resolution in depth. To address the practical needs and methodological steps of 3D geological suitability evaluation [...] Read more.
Traditional underground space evaluation systems often employ 2D GIS methods to represent 3D information, leading to issues such as the loss of 3D spatial data and insufficient resolution in depth. To address the practical needs and methodological steps of 3D geological suitability evaluation for underground space (3D UGEE) development, this study adopts an integrated secondary development approach to design and implement a software system capable of conducting quantitative geological suitability evaluation in three dimensions using multivariate data. The system incorporates the latest methods and achievements in 3D UGEE, featuring functional modules such as multidimensional data conversion, 3D statistical analysis, 3D spatial distance analysis, and 3D comprehensive evaluation, which enable the integration and analytical assessment of multivariate geoscientific data. In comparison with existing 3D-UGEE systems, the proposed 3D-UGEE system integrates a broader range of functional modules, conducts in-depth integration and mining of multi-source geological data, boasts robust 3D graphical display and interactive capabilities, and achieves more efficient operational performance. This study elaborates on the system’s overall architecture, development approach, and the design and implementation processes of its functional modules. Application results from a case study in Qingdao demonstrate that the system not only provides a suite of 3D spatial analysis and comprehensive evaluation tools for integrating multivariate geoscientific data but also offers robust support for enhancing 3D UGEE practices. Full article
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