Lateral Seismic Action on Gravity Retaining Wall along the Height

Abstract:

Lateral seismic action on retaining wall along the height is a key parameter in the design of the wall against earthquake. Seismic responses of 6 gravity retaining walls with heights from 7 to 25 meters are analyzed by finite element method with considering the soil-structure interaction. A formula of the action on retaining wall is summarized from the response results with input acceleration time histories simulated for Intensity Ⅵ, Ⅶ, Ⅷ and Ⅸ.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 166-169)
• Pages: 2132-2137
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.166-169.2132
• Online since: May 2012
• Authors: Hai Ming Liu, Xia Xin Tao, Xiao Yan Zhou
• Keywords: Equivalent Linearization, Lateral Earthquake Action, Retaining Structure, Wave Propagation Finite Element Method

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