Coupled hydromechanical elastoplastic framework to assess stress state and stability of unsaturated soil

Key Points

• Stress state and soil stability were effectively evaluated using the proposed framework, demonstrating clear relevance to engineering projects.
• Important metrics showed improved prediction accuracy for soil behavior under various loading conditions, with significant implications for construction.
• Analysis employed a coupled hydromechanical elastoplastic framework to assess the interactions between hydrology and soil mechanics.
• These findings highlight the need for further exploration of unsaturated soils in practical applications, such as foundation design.