ANALYSIS OF THE COMBINED STRUCTURE OF THE SHAFT OF THE DNIPRO METRO BY THE FINITE ELEMENTS METHOD

Abstract

Purpose. The development of construction of underground excavations of the Dnipro Metro requires analysis and scientific substantiation of design solutions based on technologies that are new for Ukraine. The aim of the scientific article is to analyze the combined design of the shaft of the Dnipro Metro by the finite element method with determination of force factors in the linings of the pile system and shotcrete system with further substantiation based on the results of design solutions to the real situation of Dnipro Metro construction. Methodology. Two finite element models were constructed for the analysis of the shaft № 1 of the Dnipro Metro by the finite element method. They reflect the combined design of the shaft, which consists of two parts. The finite-element model of the pile system, which reflects the shell of bored piles, supported by a cap beam and ring beams, is analyzed separately. The model for the shotcrete system, which is used for the second part of the shaft, which lies in a solid rock mass, is separately modeled and analyzed. Finite-element models of both systems are assigned real deformation and geometric parameters, as well as the load, which became the key to adequate calculations by the finite element method. Findings. During the numerical analysis of the combined structure of the shaft № 1 of Dnipro Metro, the force factors (normal forces and bending moments) for the pile system and the shotcrete system were determined. These results became the basis for the reinforcement of both systems. Originality. A numerical analysis of the shaft structure was performed, which provided a complete picture of the force factors that allow predicting the appearance of normal forces and bending moments in similar engineering and geological conditions. Practical value. The results of the analysis of the combined design of the shaft of the Dnipro Metro by the finite element method allowed to scientifically substantiate the design solutions and ensure high performance of both shaft systems № 1.