Table 4 Theoretical earth pressure calculation for excavation chamber.
From: CFD-DEM coupling analysis of EPB screw conveyor muck discharge in water-rich sandy cobble strata
Position | Overburden depth H (m) | Active earth pressure (kPa) | Passive earth pressure (kPa) |
|---|---|---|---|
Top | 9.13 | 30.37 | 349.48 |
Bottom | 17.99 | 43.83 | 504.34 |