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Experimental investigation of the long-term mechanical behavior of mudstone under varying water contents
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China Anneng Group Third Engineering Bureau Co.Ltd., Chengdu, China
Submission date: 2025-03-20
Final revision date: 2025-05-21
Acceptance date: 2025-06-24
Online publication date: 2025-11-08
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Zhuangen Qin
China Anergy Group Third Engineering Bureau Co.Ltd., China Anergy Group Third Engineering Bureau Co.Ltd., China
China Anergy Group Third Engineering Bureau Co.Ltd., China Anergy Group Third Engineering Bureau Co.Ltd., China
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This study presents a series of uniaxial compression and creep tests designed to elucidate the long-term mechanical properties of mudstone subjected to different water content conditions. The results demonstrate that water content exerts a significant influence on the short-term strength, elastic modulus, and creep response of mudstone. Specifically, the uniaxial compressive strength and elastic modulus exhibit an exponential decrease with increasing water content. Furthermore, the creep behavior of mudstone is markedly affected by water content. A creep damage model, integrating the Burgers model with water-induced and creep-induced damage variables, is proposed.
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