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Our proposed integrated evaluation method for the grouting effect in karst areas is based on the cloud model (CM), the analytic hierarchical process (AHP), and a fuzzy comprehensive evaluation system. Our method fully considers the fuzziness and randomness of the evaluation indices, and bridges the gap between qualitative information and a quantitative evaluation value. The evaluation index system for the grouting effect is established by integrating metrics related to the construction technology, apparent parameters, and observational data from inspection holes and geophysical exploration techniques. First, the weight of each index is calculated using the AHP, which has been modified by the CM. Then, we calculate the cloud model membership degree for each index. Finally, we determine the comprehensive evaluation level by examining the similarity measures between the various cloud models. In this case study, we use our integrated method to evaluate the initial results of the grouting treatment project in the China Resources Cement (Pingnan) Limestone Mine. Our results are validated by subsequent monitoring results for this project. This study provides valuable insight into the treatment of water inflow in karst areas.
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We would like to acknowledge the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.s: 52022053, 51879153) and the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (Grant No.s: ZR201910270116, ZR201808080053).
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Jin, Q., Bu, Z., Pan, D. et al. An Integrated Evaluation Method for the Grouting Effect in Karst Areas. KSCE J Civ Eng 25, 3186–3197 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12205-021-1864-1
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