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Roughness’s shapes comparative analysis of some reinforced earth elements under monotonous loading

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: This paper presents and analyzes the experimental and numerical results of a series of pullout tests under monotonous loading performed on five steel strips presenting various forms of roughness (smooth, ribbed, punched, W-shaped, chain) and embedded in the same dry sand massif constituting the backfill. The pullout tests were conducted by means of a small-scale model and the calculations carried out by using a finite elements computer program. Obtained results show a good agreement between the experimental and numerical data . They show in addition that the rough strips are more advantageous than the smooth strip. Among the rough strips considered, chain is most relevant.

Source: Alexandria Engineering Journal

DOI: 10.1016/j.aej.2015.03.007

Authors: Mohamed Khemissa, Smail Safer, Saâd Aidjouli

Institution: University Mohamed Boudiaf of M'sila

Language: English

Topic: Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization

Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,900

Funder: Alexandria University