Abstract
In this research, a fuzzy rule–based decision support (FRBDS) tool is developed to assist selection of ground treatment techniques for road embankments. Using input variables such as embankment height, geological condition and soft soil thickness, the FRBDS evaluates the ground treatment level, based upon which the highway engineer determines a suitable treatment method taking into account project constraints. In the case study, the FRBDS is applied for a 10-km package of HaNoi–HaiPhong expressway construction project and is evaluated in comparison to expert judgements. The results show that the treatment methods provided by the two approaches are similar for 36 out of 52 sections of the package, but the FRBDS provides more consistent and rational solutions. In particular, the FRBDS significantly reduces technological fragmentation. It can be concluded that the FRBDS is a useful tool that establishes structured innovative solutions to improve the quality of decision-making for large transportation projects.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 298-309 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | International Journal of Geotechnical Engineering |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
- Soil Science
Keywords
- decision support
- decision-making
- Fuzzy rule base
- soft ground
- treatment technique