Chengdu University of Technology

A Comparison Study on the Dynamic Response of Rectangular and Circular Pile–Slab Retaining Walls Against Rockfall Impact

Abstract Pile–slab retaining wall (PSRW), as an innovative passive protection structure for mitigating rockfalls, has been extensively utilized in the western mountainous regions of China. A typical PSRW is composed of reinforced concrete piles, concrete slabs, and a soil cushion...

Integrating Land Use Change and Vegetation Resilience to Assess Ecological Impacts of Expressway Construction: A Case Study of the Linghua Expressway

The rapid expansion of road construction has significantly contributed to economic development and regional connectivity. However, linear infrastructure such as roads, railways, and utility corridors has also introduced considerable ecological disruptions. Although increasing glo...