EAAI Journal 2026 Journal Article
Enhanced graph neural network for rapid multi-field seismic prediction in shield tunnels with contact loss defects
- Xianlong Wu
- Jun Shen
- Xiaohua Bao
- Xiangsheng Chen
- Hongzhi Cui
Contact loss defects (CLDs) frequently occur between tunnel linings and surrounding soil, substantially affecting soil–structure interaction and seismic behavior. Traditional finite element method (FEM) analyses are limited by complex modeling and high computational demands, making them impractical for large-scale or multi-scenario evaluations. To address these challenges, this study develops a graph neural network (GNN)-based framework to predict the multi-physics seismic response of shield tunnels with contact loss defects. The framework maps actual inspection data into a training dataset, using CLD parameters identified via ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and shear wave velocity as input features. A hybrid architecture combining multilayer perceptron (MLP) and GNN is employed to simultaneously predict radial displacement, Mises stress, and damage field distributions. Applied to a real-world shield tunnel project, the model achieved high prediction accuracy (R2 = 0. 98 for displacement, 0. 95 for stress, and 0. 92 for damage), with a total loss of 5. 4. Each prediction takes just 0. 15 s-over 5800 times faster than FEM simulations. To support practical use, the method has been implemented in an interactive tool, CLD-QuakePredictor V1. 0, demonstrating strong potential for efficient and scalable seismic performance assessment of shield tunnels.