Numerical Analysis on Influence of Cross Section Shape on Earthquake Resistant Capability of Shallow-Buried Tunnel
Taking portal segment in some shallow-buried tunnel in seismic region with strong motion as objects of study, the finite element analysis method was used to compare and assess the seismic behavior of the tunnel with different cross section shape. The results show that the linings displacement response of the tunnel with different cross section shape differs very minor under seismic load. Meanwhile there exists obvious difference in the lining internal forces of the tunnel with different cross section shape. Among all the tunnel with different section shape, the mechanics situation of the tunnel with triple arched sections is the best. While the section of the tunnel is closer to circular in shape, the mechanics situation of the lining can be effectively improved under seismic load.