High-speed trains are a useful friendly option for ground transportation. Railway-induced ground vibrations can have a severe impact on human health and the communities that surround rail lines. Current research is showing the problem and its solution as technology is advancing steadily, still, there are some misunderstandings. This is because the propagation of railway vibration in urban areas is complex. So, this work focuses on reducing vibration by enhancing the ballast, and sub-ballast qualities of the railway track through the use of insulation technologies. The Finite Element Method (FEM) model offers insight into how vibrations propagate over a railway track’s foundation. The FEM model can be used to forecast the frequency of vibrations. The Plaxis 3D model’s results show a reduction in vibration propagation. Sylomer is used as a damping material to absorb the vibration and block the propagation path. The application of damping material changes the track-bed system’s dynamic response, effectively decreasing vibration transmission to the surrounding soil. Stress on the surrounding soil and structure foundation is reduced by the process of vibration mitigation. Establishing a benchmark reference for soil parameters is crucial for the accurate analysis and prediction of ground behavior. By creating a detailed and standardized set of soil data, engineers and planners can better understand the characteristics and capabilities of the ground on which they intend to build.
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Sayeed, A., Saha, S. (2024). Investigating the Behaviour of Railway Track Ground Vibrations for Different Track Foundation Conditions Using FEM. Journal of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, 9(4), 105-114. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.jccee.20240904.12
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Sayeed, A.; Saha, S. Investigating the Behaviour of Railway Track Ground Vibrations for Different Track Foundation Conditions Using FEM. J. Civ. Constr. Environ. Eng. 2024, 9(4), 105-114. doi: 10.11648/j.jccee.20240904.12
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Department of Civil Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Department of Civil Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
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