Buried structures play a crucial role in modern infrastructure, offering solutions for urbanization, transportation, energy distribution, and more. Recent advancements in buried structure research have led to significant improvements in design, construction, monitoring, and maintenance techniques. The advances include but are not limited to:

Advanced Geotechnical Analysis;
Smart Monitoring Systems;
Trenchless Technologies;
Novel Ground Improvement Techniques;
Resilience to Natural Hazards;
Advanced Corrosion Protection;
Robotics and Inspection Technologies;
Sustainable Design and Construction;
Enhanced Risk Assessment;
Collaborative Research and Data Sharing;
Application of New Materials;
Maintenance and Rehabilitation Methods.

These advances collectively contribute to the improved performance, safety, and longevity of buried structures. As research continues to evolve, it is expected that innovative solutions will emerge, further shaping the future of buried infrastructure in an increasingly urbanized world. Absolutely, compiling the latest advancements in buried structure research into a special issue for your journal is a timely and valuable endeavour. Such a special issue would undoubtedly attract significant attention from researchers and engineers in the field. This platform could serve as a comprehensive resource for sharing insights, methodologies, and findings, thereby contributing to the broader understanding and development of innovative solutions in the realm of buried structure engineering.

• Geotechnical Engineering: Explore the latest developments in soil-structure interaction, foundation design, ground improvement techniques, and geotechnical site investigations related to buried structures.

• Structural Health Monitoring: Present your research on innovative methods for monitoring the condition, integrity, and performance of buried structures, including pipelines, tunnels, and underground chambers.

• Tunneling and Underground Construction: Share your findings on tunnelling techniques, tunnel stability, excavation methods, and ground support systems for various geological conditions.

• Pipeline Integrity and Corrosion: Discuss advancements in corrosion protection, inspection technologies, leak detection, and maintenance strategies for buried pipelines in diverse environments.

• Urban Infrastructure Resilience: Present studies related to the resilience and sustainability of buried urban infrastructure, considering factors like climate change, population growth, and disaster preparedness.

• Case Studies and Lessons Learned: Share real-world case studies, success stories, challenges faced, and lessons learned from the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of buried structures

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