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Last published 2020
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Yi Zhao

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Geotechnical Engineer

Also affiliated: China Railway Corporation (2013); Southwest Jiaotong University (2014)

Faculty Researcher

4 h-index 10 pubs 47 cited

Biography and Research Information

OverviewAI-generated summary

Yi Zhao's research focuses on geotechnical engineering principles, including the study of soil behavior and its applications in civil infrastructure. Zhao has investigated the mechanical properties of soils, particularly in relation to foundation design and slope stability. Work has involved laboratory testing and numerical modeling to understand subsurface conditions and their impact on structural integrity.

Metrics

  • h-index: 4
  • Publications: 10
  • Citations: 47

Selected Publications

  • Soil Fabric and Anisotropy as Observed Using Bender Elements during Consolidation (2020)
    International Journal of Geomechanics 17 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • Small-Strain and Large-Strain Modulus Measurements with a Consolidation Device (2018)
    Journal of Testing and Evaluation 11 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • Numerical Analysis of the Effects of the Wind Velocity Amplification Factor on the Height of Buildings (2016)
  • Back-Pressure Saturated Constant-Rate-of-Strain Consolidation Device With Bender Elements: Verification of System Compliance (2016)
    Journal of Testing and Evaluation 8 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • Discussion of “Measurement of Stiffness Anisotropy in Kaolinite Using Bender Element Tests in a Floating Wall Consolidometer” by X. Kang, G.-C. Kang, and B. Bate (2014)
    Geotechnical Testing Journal 5 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • Tunneling-Induced Settlement Evaluation for Underneath Existing Tunnel (2014)
  • Tunneling-Induced Settlement Evaluation for New Tunnel Underneath Existing Tunnel (2014)
    3 citations DOI OpenAlex

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