Congxin Chen(Professor)

  • Email:cxchen@whrsm.ac.cn
  • Tel:8602787198931
  • Affiliation:Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
  • Address:Xiaohongshan, Wuchang,Wuhan,Hubei 430071,P. R. China
Education

Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China, 2002

Master in Rock Mechanics, Chongqing University, China, 1985

Bachelor in Mining Engineering, Chongqing University, China, 1982
Work Experience

10.2002 - present      Professor

Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

10.1994 - 09.2002 Associate Professor
Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
06.1985 -09.1994 Assistant professor
Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Research Interests [1] Slope Engineering
[2] Underground Mining Stability
[3] Ground Subsidence
[4] Rock Seepage

Major Publications [1] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Fei Meng, Haina Zhang, Kaizong Xia. Assessing the stability of rock slopes with respect to block‑flexure toppling failure using a force‑transfer model and genetic algorithm. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 2020, 53: 3433–3445. 
[2] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Fei Meng, Tingting Liu, Kaizong Xia. Assessing the stability of rock slopes with respect to flexural toppling failure using a limit equilibrium model and genetic algorithm. Computers and Geotechnics, 2020, 124, 103619. 
[3] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Yong Shao, Yapeng Zhang. Leakage detection and long-term monitoring in diaphragm wall joints using fiber Bragg grating sensing technology. Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, 2020, 98, 103331. 
[4] Chaoyi Sun, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Kaizong Xia. A limit equilibrium analysis of the stability of a footwall slope with respect to bi-planar failure. International Journal of Geomechanics-ASCE, 2020, 20(1): 04019137. 
[5] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Wei Zhang. Numerical study of P-Waves propagating across deep rock masses based on the Hoek-Brown model. International Journal of Geomechanics-ASCE, 2020, 20(2): 04019152.
[6] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Kaizong Xia, Chaoyi Sun, Longlong Chen. Analysis of a retrogressive landslide with double sliding surfaces: A case study. Environmental Earth Sciences, 2020, 79: 21.
[7] Haina Zhang Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Qunqun Yu, Wei Zhang. Centrifuge modeling of layered rock slopes susceptible to block-flexure toppling failure. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2020, 79: 3815–3831. 
[8] Yapeng Zhang, Congxin Chen, Meiqing Lei, Yun Zheng, Haina Zhang, Yong Shao. Preliminary numerical analysis of a novel retaining system in dry sandy soil and its first application to a deep excavation in wuhan (china). Appl. Sci. 2020, 10, 2006.
[9] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Kuoyu Yang, Haina Zhang, Hansong Pang. A case study on the characteristics of footwall ground deformation and movement and their mechanisms. Natural Hazards, 2020, 104:1039–1077.
[10] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Kuoyu Yang, Chaoyi Sun, Xiumin Liu, Yichao Zhou. Influence of relative humidity on the non-linear failure and stability of gypsum mines. European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering, 2020, online. 
[11] Yangyang Deng, Congxin Chen, Kaizong Xia, Chaoyi Sun, Shan Chen, Yapeng Zhang, Xianwei Zheng. A field investigation on the distribution characteristics of structure cracks in the Chengchao Iron Mine, China. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 2020, 13, 231.
[12] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Haina Zhang, Chaoyi Sun. Theoretical and numerical study on the block-flexure toppling failure of rock slopes. Engineering Geology, 2019, 263, 105309. 
[13] Chaoyi Sun, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Wei Zhang, Feng Liu. Numerical and theoretical study of bi-planar failure in footwall slopes. Engineering Geology, 2019, 260, 105234.
[14] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Dongri Song, Fei Meng. Stability analysis of anti-dip bedding rock slopes locally reinforced by rock bolts. Engineering Geology, 2019, 251: 228-240. 
[15] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Haina Zhang, Xiumin Liu, Yangyang Deng, Kuoyu Yang. Engineering Geology and ground collapse mechanism in the Chengchao Iron-ore Mine in China. Engineering Geology, 2019, 249: 129-147. 
[16] Kaizong Xia, Xiumin Liu, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Zude Lu, Yangyang Deng. Time-Dependent Ground Movement Behavior in a metal mine. International Journal of Geomechanics, 2019, 19(8): 04019095. 
[17] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Zude Lu, Kuoyu Yang, Yun Zheng, Hansong Pang, Chaoyi Sun. Investigation of the ground movement due to underground mining at the Jinshandian Iron Mine in China. Environmental Earth Sciences, 2019, 78:715. 
[18] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Yichao Zhou, Xiumin Liu, Yun Zheng, Yucong Pan. Catastrophe instability mechanism of the pillar-roof system in gypsum mines due to the influence of relative humidity. International Journal of Geomechanics, 2019, 19(4): 06019004.
[19] Yangyang Deng, Congxin Chen, Kaizong Xia, Hansong Pang, Chaoyi Sun, Kuoyu Yang, Xianwei Zheng. Investigation on the distribution characteristics of ground cracks in the Chengchao Iron Mine, China. Environmental Earth Sciences, 2019, 78(9):280.1-280.21.
[20] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Haina Zhang, Kaizong Xia, Feng Liu. Study on the mechanisms of flexural toppling failure in anti-inclined rock slopes using numerical and limit equilibrium models. Engineering Geology, 2018, 237: 116-128.
[21] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Kaizong Xia, Xiumin Liu. Stability analysis of rock slopes against sliding or flexural-toppling failure. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2018, 77(4): 1383-1403. 
[22] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Yangyang Deng, Guofeng Xiao, Yun Zheng, Xiumin Liu, Hua Fu, Xugen Song, Longlong Chen. In situ monitoring and analysis of the mining-induced deep ground movement in a metal mine. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 2018, 109: 32-51. 
[23] Yangyang Deng, Congxin Chen, Kaizong Xia, Kuoyu Yang, Chaoyi Sun, Xianwei Zheng. Investigation on the characteristics of overlying strata caving in the Chengchao Iron Mine, China. Environmental Earth Sciences, 2018, 77(10):362. 
[24] Guanwen Cheng, Congxin Chen, Lianchong Li, Wanchen Zhu, Tianhong Yang, Feng Dai, Bo Ren. Numerical modelling of strata movement at footwall induced by underground mining. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 2018, 108:142-156.
[25] Xugen Song, Congxin Chen, Kaizong Xia, Kuoyu Yang, Shan Chen, Xiumin Liu. Analysis of the surface deformation characteristics and strata movement mechanism in the main shaft area of Chengchao Iron Mine. Environmental Earth Sciences, 2018, 77(9): 335. 
[26] Yun Zheng, Congxin Chen, Tingting Liu, Wei Zhang, Yafen Song. Slope failure mechanisms in dipping interbedded sandstone and mudstone revealed by model testing and distinct-element analysis. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2018, 77(1): 49-68.
[27] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Xiumin Liu, Yun Zheng, Hua Fu. Ground movement mechanism in tectonic stress metal mines with steep structure planes. Journal of Central South University, 2017, 24 (9): 2092-2104. 
[28] Guanwen Cheng, Congxin Chen, Tianhui Ma, Hongyuan Liu, Chunan Tang. A Case Study on the Strata Movement Mechanism and Surface Deformation Regulation in Chengchao Underground Iron Mine. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 2017, 50(4):1011-1032.
[29] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Hua Fu, Yucong Pan, Yangyang Deng. Mining-induced ground deformation in tectonic stress metal mines: A case study. Engineering Geology, 2016, 210: 212–230. 
[30] Kaizong Xia, Congxin Chen, Xiumin Liu, Hua Fu, Yucong Pan, Yangyang Deng. Mining-induced ground movement in tectonic stress metal mines: a case study. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2016, 75(3): 1089–1115.
[31] Zude Lu, Congxin Chen, Xiating Feng, Youliang Zhang. Strength failure and crack coalescence behavior of sandstone containing single pre-cut fissure under coupled stress, fluid flow and changing chemical environment. Journal of Central South University, 2014, 21(3): 1176-1183.
[32] Yichao Zhou, Congxin Chen, Xiumin Liu, Kaizong Xia. Study on surface deformation law of western chengchao iron induced by underground mining . Applied Mechanics and Materials, 2014, 580 –583: 2513-2517. 
[33] Yun Zheng,Congxin Chen,Xixi Zhu,Xiumin Liu,Guanwen Cheng. Stability Analysis of Open-pit Slope Containing a Fault Utilizing UDEC. Applied Mechanics and Materials. 2013,Volumes 444 - 445:1204-1210. 
[34] Shen Qiang, Chen Congxin. Study on monitoring slope deformation with GPS in highway of mountainous region, Advanced Materials Research, 2013, 804:233-238
[35] Xiumin Liu, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng. Stability and Failure Mechanism of Tunnel Anchorage for Suspension Bridge. Disaster Advances, 2012, vol5 (s1). 181-186. 
[36] Congxin Chen, Pinglu Huang, Guofeng Xiao. A study of cause of abrupt ground surface collapse under special geological conditions. Disaster Advances, 2012, 5 (1), 152–157.
[37] Xiumin Liu, Congxin Chen, Yun Zheng, Zhe Ou. Stability Analysis of Anchorage Slope based on Limit Equilibrium Theory. Disaster Advances, 2012, vol5 (4). 892-895. 
[38] Zude Lu, Congxin Chen. A study of shear strength property and deformability of hard structural planes under hydro-mechanical coupling. Disaster Advances, 2012, 5(S1): 158-163. 
[39] Zude Lu, Congxin Chen, Xiating Feng, Youliang Zhang. Time-dependent characteristics of sandstone with a single pre-cut crack under chemical corrosion. Disaster Advances, 2012, 5(4): 387-395.
[40] Xiumin Liu, Congxin Chen, Yongwei Wang. Failure Mode and Safety Assessment of Rock Mass around Anchorage on Rock Slope. Disaster Advances, 2011, vol4 (s1). 29-35. 
[41] Caihua Liu, Congxin Chen. A new apparatus for investigating stress, deformation and seepage coupling properties of rock fractures. Journal of south university of technology, 2011, 18(5), 1662-1666.

Honors and Social Service Honors
[1] Prediction and treatment of instability of high steep slope on mountain highways, First-class Prize of Scientific and Technology Progress of Hubei province, 2012, ranked No.1.
[2] Surface movement pattern and safety countermeasures of surface structures in the east area of Jinshandian iron ore mine of WISCO, Second-class Prize of Scientific and Technology Progress of Hubei province, 2012, ranked No.2.
Social Service
[1] Deputy Director, Ground Professional Committee of Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics & Engineering
[2] Executive Director, Hubei Rock Mechanics and Engineering Society, China
[3] Council Member, Hubei Disaster Prevention Association, China
[4] Editorial Board, Rock and Soil Mechanics
[5] Special government allowances of the State Council