The Influence of Topography on Structural Dynamics in River-Adjacent Areas: A Study of Soil-Structure Interaction

Authors

  • Daouda Gaye Department of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710072, P. R. China
  • Hassan Omer Hassan Mohamed Department of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710072, P. R. China
  • Sene Serigne Saliou Department of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710072, P. R. China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61841/yqwgph16

Keywords:

Soil-Structure Interaction, river-adjacent structures, topography, seismic forces, foundation stability

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of topography on the structural dynamics of buildings located near rivers, focusing on Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI). Through a combination of geotechnical data analysis, finite element modeling, and hydrological measurements, the study evaluates the stability and performance of structures in river-adjacent environments during dynamic events such as seismic activity and floods. The results show that buildings located near riverbanks or on sloped terrain experience greater settlement and lateral displacement compared to inland structures. Additionally, the study highlights the risks of soil liquefaction and foundation instability in saturated soils during seismic events. Engineering recommendations include adaptive foundation designs, erosion control measures, and continuous monitoring to enhance the resilience of structures in river-adjacent areas.

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Published

2025-04-18

How to Cite

Gaye, D., Hassan Mohamed, H. O., & Serigne Saliou, S. (2025). The Influence of Topography on Structural Dynamics in River-Adjacent Areas: A Study of Soil-Structure Interaction. Journal of Advance Research in Food, Agriculture and Environmental Science (ISSN 2208-2417), 10(3), 41-55. https://doi.org/10.61841/yqwgph16