Soil stability during pipe jacking construction crucial for infrastructure safety.
The study analyzed soil disturbance caused by pipe jacking construction under a river in China. By monitoring earth pressure and lateral displacement of the soil, researchers found that soil density can be determined based on the earth pressure changes during construction. They also concluded that monitoring these factors can predict the stability of the construction. The study suggests that monitoring vertical displacement near the sliding surface is crucial during pipe jacking. Monitoring the soil behind the reaction wall is essential for safe pipe jacking construction.