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An Implementation Framework for On-Site Shield Spoil Utilization—A Case Study of a Metro Project

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  • Fangsheng Yang

    (China Construction First Group South China Region, Shenzhen 518040, China)

  • Taibo Cao

    (China Construction First Group South China Region, Shenzhen 518040, China)

  • Tingrong Zhang

    (China Construction First Group South China Region, Shenzhen 518040, China)

  • Junfeng Hu

    (China Construction First Group South China Region, Shenzhen 518040, China)

  • Xinrui Wang

    (Key Laboratory for Resilient Infrastructures of Coastal Cities, Ministry of Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China
    Sino-Australia Joint Research Centre in BIM and Smart Construction, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China)

  • Zhikun Ding

    (Key Laboratory for Resilient Infrastructures of Coastal Cities, Ministry of Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China
    Sino-Australia Joint Research Centre in BIM and Smart Construction, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China)

  • Zezhou Wu

    (Key Laboratory for Resilient Infrastructures of Coastal Cities, Ministry of Education, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China
    Sino-Australia Joint Research Centre in BIM and Smart Construction, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China)

Abstract

A majority of metro projects have been constructed to reduce urban traffic congestion and to improve the convenience of public transportation, but these projects also produced a significant amount of engineering slag and mud. The shield construction method could improve the efficiency and safety; this technique has been frequently used in tunnel excavation projects. However, the spoil produced during the shield construction is challenging to deal with. In literature, though there has been an increasing number of studies on the technologies of utilizing shield spoil, the on-site utilization of shield spoil is still a subject of little research. This study introduced an implementation framework for the on-site utilization of shield spoil based on successful case experiences. It aims to assist project managers in efficiently implementing on-site resource utilization projects and to address the gaps in the relevant field. A case study was conducted in the Shenzhen Metro Line 13 North Extension Project; this study collected data through six semi-structured interviews and field research, analyzed the data, and constructed a framework using thematic analysis and focus group discussions. The three components of the implementation framework are project planning, project construction, and project closing, and each section describes what must be accomplished during that phase. Additionally, three recommendations—(1) combining intelligent technology to optimize the existing equipment, (2) utilizing lean technology in project execution, (3) establishing strategic partnerships with construction waste recycling enterprises—are also made for the development of the shield spoil utilization project. This study uses the Shenzhen Metro Line 13 North Extension Project as a model to theoretically underpin future research on shielding spoil on-site during resource utilization projects and to achieve the repeatable promotion of shield spoil utilization technology in Shenzhen.

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  • Fangsheng Yang & Taibo Cao & Tingrong Zhang & Junfeng Hu & Xinrui Wang & Zhikun Ding & Zezhou Wu, 2023. "An Implementation Framework for On-Site Shield Spoil Utilization—A Case Study of a Metro Project," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(12), pages 1-16, June.
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