OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The H4-Index of Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology is 56. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-11-01 to 2025-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Parametric modeling and safety simulation of pit excavation affecting adjacent tunnels based on BIM-FEM framework	143
Experimental and continuation analysis in a hydraulic drifter via dry friction rock model	142
Integration of FEM and DL for seismic performance prediction and optimization design of tunnels	141
Soil-carrying effect induced by super-large-diameter shallow-buried shield tunneling and treatment measures: A case study in Zhuhai, China	135
A simplified deformation forewarning method for longitudinal structural performance of existing shield tunnels based on Fast Fourier Transform	116
Fracture process of a simplified laboratory model for a cross-fault tunnel with rigid reinforcement rings: Experimental and numerical insights	110
Structural performance of corroded precast concrete tunnel lining	104
Early-stage assessment of structural damage caused by braced excavations: Uncertainty quantification and a probabilistic analysis approach	103
First application of mechanized method using earth pressure balance TBM with large horseshoe-shaped cross section to loess mountain tunnel: A case study of Baicheng tunnel	102
Seismic performance of tunnels and verification of available seismic risk models for the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes	101
Disaster prevention and structural resilience of metro tunnels crossing active ground fissures in Xi’an, China	99
The impact of lighting and longitudinal slope on driver behaviour in underwater tunnels: A simulator study	96
Combined effects of fault geometry and roadway cross-section shape on the collapse behaviors of twin roadways: An experimental investigation	92
New design equation for maximum allowable mud pressure in sand during horizontal Directional drilling	88
The formation mechanism of dynamic water and mud inrush geohazard triggered by deep-buried tunnel crossing active fault: Insights from the geomechanical model test	88
Construction risk probability assessment of shield tunneling projects in karst areas based on improved two-dimensional cloud model	86
HGV fire risk assessment method in highway tunnel based on a Bayesian network	84
Analysis of face stability at the launch stage of shield or TBM tunnelling using a concrete box in complex urban environments	83
Quantitative evaluation of rockburst proneness for surrounding rocks considering combined effects of the structural plane and excavation disturbance	83
Investigation of hydro-thermal variations and mechanical properties in cold region tunnels under long-term freeze–thaw cycles	83
Automated crack classification for the CERN underground tunnel infrastructure using deep learning	82
Optimal range of ventilation velocity in tunnel fires under subcritical longitudinal ventilation	81
Experimental study on the progressive collapse mechanism of excavations retained by tied-back retaining systems	81
Effect of interfacial characteristics on dynamic splitting behavior of quasi rock-concrete composite layer: Towards resilient tunnel support against rock burst	80
A new experimental method of one single lining with airbag resistance limiter support for large deformation	80

Physical model test of NPR anchor cable-truss coupling support system for large deformation tunnel in fault fracture zone	79
A novel flexible joint mechanical model and application in semi-analytical solution for longitudinal response of tunnel subjected to fault movement	79
Mechanical response of pile group and stratum induced by shallow tunneling based on the model test	78
Detection of grouting defects behind shield segments via shear wave ultrasound arrays: Numerical and full-scale model experiments	77
Quantification of seismic performance index limits and evaluation of seismic fragility for a new rectangular prefabricated subway station structure	76
Innovative design and construction of a closure joint for inland-river immersed tunnels via dry-land construction methods: A case study of the Yuliangzhou tunnel in China	75
Analytical study and field investigation on the effects of clogging in slurry shield tunneling	75
Semi-supervised ensemble model for TBM rock mass classification	74
Large deformation characteristics and the countermeasures of a deep-buried tunnel in layered shale under groundwater	72
Dynamic triggering mechanism of rockburst in highly stressed rectangular tunnel under impact load	72
Research on reuse of silty fine sand in backfill grouting material and optimization of backfill grouting material proportions	71
Research on the influence of high-altitude tunnel environment on gas explosion characteristics and explosion limits	68
Detecting pipeline leakage using active distributed temperature Sensing: Theoretical modeling and experimental verification	68
Thermomechanical characteristics of a thermally inactive neighboring pile of an energy soldier pile during constraint changes	67
Study on the deformation and failure mechanism of tertiary water-rich soft rock tunnels based on the moisture migration-fracture coupling model	65
Damage mechanism of tunnel base heave under interlayer weakening effect in nearly horizontal layered rock	65
Golden Horn Unkapanı Highway Tube Tunnel – Istanbul: Underwater bridge design in seismic environment	64
In situ flexural failure of unbonded fibre reinforced shotcrete linings in response to point loading	64
A particle-scale insight into the face stability of shallow EPB shield tunnels in dry cobble-rich soil	63
Bending performance of Y-shaped joints of subway station built by enlarging two parallel shield tunnels	62
Experimental study on obstacle visibility and driving safety in lighting environment of road tunnel interior zone	62
Discussion on the paper “Success and challenges in predicting TBM penetration rate using recurrent neural networks” by Feng Shan, Xuzhen He, Danial Jahed Armaghani, Pin Zhang, Daichao Sheng	62
A comprehensive novel approach for fire analysis of tunnels structural design	61
Prediction of GHG emissions from Chengdu Metro in the construction stage based on WOA-DELM	61
Experimental and theoretical analysis on extension flame length of buoyancy-induced fire plume beneath the curved ceiling	60
Impact of bedding layers to soil-pipe-liner structure under static and traffic loads with EPR technology	60
Stability analysis of fractured rock masses based on an extended key block theory considering the forces between blocks and block rotation	60
Comparative response of tiled finishes and bonded fire resistive coatings for normal weight concrete tunnel liners under high-intensity one-sided heating	60
BI-IEnKF coupling model for effective source term estimation of natural gas leakage in urban utility tunnels	59
Full-scale testing of precast tunnel lining segments under thrust jack loading: Design limits and ultimate response	58
Repeated lidar acquisitions in an underground salt gallery in the Alsatian potassic basin (France): Monitoring and geomechanical modelling	57
A new concept to design combined support under dynamic loading using numerical modelling	56
The effect of ground improvement materials on the impact resistance and behavior of buried pipes: An experimental and numerical study	56
Vibration characteristics of spalling defects in concrete lining	56
Application of CO2-foamed lightweight grout with early strength and low density as a low-carbon material in shield synchronous grouting	56