OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers-Geotechnical Enginee is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-05-01 to 2026-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Methodology for geometry assessment of self-drilling micropiles using distributed fibre optic sensors	13
Investigation of the shear characteristics of snakeskin-inspired interface using discrete-element method	10
Editorial: Geo-environmental loads acting on tunnels	10
Response of rigid drainage pile–superstructure–quay wall system under lateral spreading	9
Large-strain consolidation model for composite foundation improved with stone columns	8
Field and laboratory study of iron ore tailings–Portland cement blends for dry stacking	8
Evaluating friction angles for clays: piezocone tests compared with Atterberg limits	8
Study of the triggering mechanism for rainfall-induced reactivated landslide occurred in a gentle slope	8
Improved radial consolidation in soft clay using pervious concrete piles	8
Full-scale tests of a long energy pile subjected to separated and coupled thermo-mechanical loads	8
Effect of structural parameters on the opening ratio of atmospheric cutterheads	7
Practical use of shear wave velocity measurements in UK clays (BGA Touring Lecture 2023)	7
Bearing capacity of strip foundations near vertical cuts in unsaturated clay	6
Tensile response of screw piles with varying installation approaches in layered sand	6
Numerical simulation study on rock breaking by high-energy impact stress waves	6
Behaviour of a weakly bonded residual soil subjected to monotonic and cyclic loading	6
Discussion: Predicting compaction properties of soils at different compaction efforts	6
Investigation of deformation coordination between optical fibre and borehole sand backfill	6
Editorial	6
Publisher’s note	5
Editorial: Piled foundation behaviour: monitoring, modelling and measurement	5
Incorporating inherited variability into drainage effect analysis of piezocone tests in gold tailings	5
Importance of 3D analyses on static and seismic stability of jointed open-pit mine slopes	5
Comparative study of data from geotechnical field penetration tests on sandy subsoils	4
Limit equilibrium theory in calculating screw pile bearing capacity under compression	4

Response to discussion: Silt and its misrepresentation on the conventional plasticity charts	4
Discussion: Silt and its misrepresentation on the conventional plasticity charts	4
Finite-element modelling of axial capacity of tapered steel piles in coarse-grained soil	4
A novel interpretation for the dilatancy behaviour of saturated clays	4
Torsional vibration of tapered pile including circumferential support of surrounding soil	4
Micro–macro analysis of shear band formation in various normalised reverse fault throws	4
Increasing the undrained shear strength of soft ground improved by vacuum consolidation	4
Evaluation of compression interpretation criteria for drilled shafts socketed into rocks	4
Design of deep excavation with secant pile wall: a case study on performance of structure	4
Editorial	3
Settlement analysis of residential buildings with eccentric loads and complex subsoil conditions	3
A new grouting procedure to enhance axial response of helical piles in sand	3
Editorial	3
Discussion: Effect of soil models on the prediction of tunnelling-induced deformations of structures	3
Size effect on creep behaviour and creep model of slate rockfill with oversized particles	3
Geotechnical Engineering: Referees 2023	3
Field trial for the evaluation of ground-borne vibrations: East West Rail case study	3
Mitigating swelling in unpaved roads with geotextile and geocell composites: an experimental study	3
An improved creep correction factor for footings on sand using macro-element simulations	3
Data-driven forecasting of embankment settlements on soft soils using constant rate of strain test data	3
Groundwater pressure induced failure of sprayed waterproof membrane interface in tunnels	3
Estimating settlements due to tunnel boring machine excavation	3
Investigation of rock-cutting behaviour in high-temperature and high-pressure conditions	3
Sustainable overhead line equipment foundations with optimised shape and backfilling	3
New numerical technique for the inbuilt modified Cam clay constitutive model in Flac3D	3
Road performance of new modified filter mudcake filling by composite curing agent	3
Piled footings in weakly bonded residual soils: field performance and numerical insights	3
TengizChevroil future growth project, Kazakhstan – the design of temporary haul roads	3
Construction of a deep basement with a single-level prop – prop forces and wall movements	3
Editorial	3
Numerical investigation of the main factors influencing rocking responses of shallow foundations	2
Applicability of construction dewatering techniques for randomly fractured rock	2
Editorial	2
Correction effect of jet-grouting on high-speed railway subgrade lateral deformation	2
Effects of changing geology on the performance of a tunnel boring machine for the Thames Tideway Tunnel, London, UK	2
Uncertainty reduction in MASW inversion and ground response analysis using a-priori information	2
Theoretical model of lateral soil arching effect in sand with flexible retaining wall	2
An investigation into the use of 3D printing technology for geogrids	2
Performance of fin pile subjected to torsional loads embedded in dry sand	2
Method for predicting deformation field of deep foundation pit considering spatial effect	2
Superposition behaviour of ground settlements caused by symmetrical deep excavations in soft soils	2
A methodology for improved predictions of surface ground movements around shafts	2
Secondary reinforcement effect on the value and location of maximum reinforcement load	2
Soil–structure interaction behind integral bridge abutments	2
Geotechnical Engineering: Reviewers 2024	2
Review of the XVIII European Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering	2
Obituary: Robert (Bob) Forbes Craig	2
Award-winning paper in 2021	2
The effect of variation in the strength of weathered Kowloon granite on slurry tunnel boring machine tunnelling	2
Effect of fine content on asphalt concrete core-transition layer interface shear behaviour	1

Probabilistic and finite-element method hydro-mechanical analysis of rainfall-induced slope instability	1
Effect of thickness and deformation of sand–bentonite liner system on permeability	1
A field study on the behaviour of driven and drilled micropiles implemented in clay	1
Back-analysis of an embedded retaining wall in stiff clay	1
Quantitative analysis of desiccation crack evolution based on digital image correlation	1
Shear behaviour of infilled rock joints under different boundary conditions	1
Multi-resistivity survey method to confirm the quality of grouting injection	1
Editorial	1
A method of isolating different components of prop axial force through FFT&BWF signal filters	1
Publisher’s note	1
Spatial shape determination method of horizontal soil arching between single-row piles	1
Editorial	1
Vacuum consolidation of soil: clogging effect, varying permeability and compressibility	1
Obituary: Professor Bengt B. Broms	1
Editorial: Field and Laboratory Geotechnical Testing	1
Dynamic behaviour of new anchor cable ribbed rockfall retaining walls on rock shed	1
Determining parameters of peat soil for finite-element analysis using the Cam Clay model	1
Stresses in sprayed concrete tunnel linings at Heathrow Terminal 4	1
The compression characteristics and lateral earth pressure coefficient of sand–HDPE mixtures	1
Resilient strain and stiffness degradation of Yellow River silt under cyclic loads	1
Performance of geotextile roofing felts and natural grass roots in a cricket pitch	1
Award-winning papers in 2022	1
Discussion: Twin earth pressure balance tunnelling – monitoring and numerical study of an urban case	1
Long-term effect of vertical and lateral loads on piled raft foundations: a case study	1
In situ axial loading tests on H-shaped steel strut with double splay supports	1
Silt and its misrepresentation on the conventional plasticity charts	1
Study on monotonic direct shear characteristics of geosynthetics–calcareous sand interface	1
The surface bearing capacity of a strong granular layer on weaker sand	1
Settlement characteristics of immersed tunnel of Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge project	1
Estimation of internal friction angle for working platform materials by plate load test	1
Stability correction calculation of new debris flow grille dam considering permeation	1
Design of deep rock tunnels using hyperstatic reaction and convergence confinement methods	1
Dry stacking of iron ore tailings: possible particle breakage during compaction	1
Editorial	1
Effects of seawater on properties of bentonite cut-off walls with/without cement addition	1
Subgrade reaction for closely spaced raft and isolated foundations on sand: case study	1
An anchoring system for supporting platforms for wind energy devices	1
A non-linear stress–strain relationship for soil and rock	1
Effect of compaction water on strength and hydraulic properties of bentonite-based liner	1
Performance of a long, irregular top-down excavation in the centre of Nanjing, China	1