journal article·2025-01-01Open access

Analysis of parameter sensitivity and rainfall protection of vegetated concrete slab wall design on ecological slope

Kunrong Rao, Yiyan Liang, Wencan Jiao, Zhaojian Hu, Xiaofei Liu, Zhen Huang

AIP Advances· Volume 15· Issue 1

Abstract

Realizing coordination and unity between the safety and stability of high and steep slopes and ecological protection is a hot topic in the field of engineering. In this study, the combination of vegetated concrete slab walls and anchor cables is proposed to increase the stability of slopes against a background of engineering activities and natural disasters. Through indoor tests and numerical simulations, the mechanical properties and water permeability characteristics of recycled aggregate concrete produced from waste gravel are evaluated, and the correlation between the sensitivity and deformation laws of the slab wall parameters and slope stability are analyzed, as well as the role of the slab wall in achieving rainfall protection. The results show that the recycled aggregate permeable concrete has excellent water permeability while meeting the strength requirements; the thickness, bulk weight, and modulus of elasticity of the slab wall are positively correlated with slope stability, in which the thickness has the greatest influence; in addition, the vegetated concrete slab wall can effectively inhibit rainwater erosion and the formation of sliding surfaces and improve the safety of slopes. This study provides new ideas for resource recycling and the environmentally friendly ecological protection of slopes.
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Research context

OpenAlex topics: Geotechnical Engineering and Analysis · Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization · Tree Root and Stability Studies

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Affiliations

Guangxi Road Construction Engineering Group Co., Ltd. 1 , Nanning, Guangxi 530200,

School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Guangxi University 2 , Nanning, Guangxi 530004,

Guangxi Xinfazhan Communication Group Co., Ltd. 3 , Nanning, Guangxi 530029,

Guangxi Beibu Gulf Investment Group Co., Ltd. 4 , Nanning, Guangxi 530029,

Funding

Zhen Huang

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