Preface

Abstract

GeoShanghai 2024 International Conference Volume 3: Transportation Geotechnics Shanghai, 26-29 May, 2024 GeoShanghai 2024 International ConferenceCollege of Civil Engineering, Tongji University, 2024All Rights ReservedGeoShanghai is a series of international conferences on geotechnical engineering held in Shanghai quadrennially. The conference was inaugurated in 2006 and was successfully held in 2010, 2014 and 2018, with more than 1600 participants in total. Since the last conference, the geotechnical community has witnessed many advances both in fundamental understanding and engineering practices. To demonstrate the latest developments and promote collaborations in geotechnical engineering and related fields, we launch the 5th GeoShanghai International Conference to be held in May 2024.Transportation geotechnics is a vitally interdisciplinary aspect encompassing engineering, geology, and materials science, exploring the durability, safety, and efficiency of transportation networks. Within this domain, pavement materials and structures, railroad engineering, airfield construction, and pipeline infrastructure represent the focal points. Pavements, serving as crucial interfaces between vehicles and the ground, demand attention to material properties and structural integrity. Railroads require resilient tracks capable of withstanding dynamic loads, while airfields necessitate robust pavements to support heavy aircraft. Similarly, pipelines rely on reliable foundation designs to ensure stability and mitigate risks. This topic delves into the latest advancements, challenges, and innovations within transportation geotechnics, with a specific focus on these critical themes. Through collaborative discussions and knowledge exchange, we aim to enhance the resilience, sustainability, and performance of transportation infrastructures worldwide.This volume received a total of 47 papers from countries such as China, United States, Russia, Australia, Thailand, Portugal and others, totaling 41 papers accepted. All papers were reviewed and the accepted papers will be submitted to IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science indexed by Scopus.Cordially yours,Feipeng Xiao, David Connally, Peerapong Jitsangiam, Lin Cong, Fan Gu, Yao ShanThe editors of Volume 3: Transportation GeotechnicsList of Tracks, Conference Steering Committee, International Advisory Committee, Technical Committee, Organizing Committee are available in this pdf.