Research Article

Bayesian Approach for Sequential Probabilistic Back Analysis of Uncertain Geomechanical Parameters and Reliability Updating of Tunneling-Induced Ground Settlements

Table 2

Geomechanical parameters for different soil layers.

Soil layersDensity (kg/m3)Young’s modulus (MPa)Poisson’s ratioCohesion (kPa)Friction angle (°)

Plain fill1813150.42510
Silty clay1933150.3544.719.3
Fine sand1913160.4130
Gravel1893280.39136
Highly weathered silty mudstone20501200.36037
Moderately weathered silty mudstone23904500.3912032