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http://dx.doi.org/10.6106/KJCEM.2017.18.1.083

Design Optimization of Earth Retaining Walls Using the Taguchi Method  

Moon, Sungwoo (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Pusan National University)
Kim, Sungbu (Department of Technology Business Policy, Pusan National University)
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Korean Journal of Construction Engineering and Management / v.18, no.1, 2017 , pp. 83-89 More about this Journal
Abstract
Temporary structures provide the accessible working area when building a permanent building structure in the construction operation. Executed in a natural environment, the temporary structure is prone to the external influence factors of underground water, soil conditions, etc. These factors should be carefully considered in designing the temporary structure. The objective of this study is to apply the external influence factors in designing a more reliable earth retaining wall. The research methodology is based on the Taguchi method that has been studied to improve product quality in the industry. An orthogonal array was developed to analyze the interaction between the external influence factors and the internal influence factors. A sample case study demonstrated that the Taguchi method can be used in planning a more reliable temporary structure for earth retaining walls.
Keywords
Temporary Construction; Taguchi Method; External Influence Factor; Internal Influence Factor; Design Functions;
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