Research Article

Analysis of Strengthening Mechanism of the Steep Slope Embankment through Centrifugal Model Test

Table 1

Different centrifuge model test schemes.

No.Test schemeSpacing between geogrid layers (cm)

RS1Centrifuge model test on unreinforced gravelly soil steep slope embankment
RS2Centrifuge model test on geogrid-gravelly-soil-reinforced steep slope embankment based on prototype5.0
RS3Same as RS2, except with increased geogrid spacing (from 5.0 cm to 7.5 cm)7.5
RS4Same as RS2, except with increased geogrid spacing (from 5.0 cm to 10.0 cm)10.0