Research Article

Stability Analysis of Neighborhood Tunnels with Large Section Constructed in Steeply Jointed Rock Mass

Table 7

Maximums comparison of rock anchor.

Type of caseMaximum of tensile forceMaximum of compressive force
Value (kN)Safety factorLocation nearValue (kN)Safety factorLocation near

With joint79.081.46Left shoulder of left tunnelāˆ’49.972.31Left side wall of right tunnel
No joint29.113.96Crown of rightāˆ’15.547.42Right foot of left tunnel

Safety factor is equal to the ratio between strength and force of rock anchor.