The present invention belongs to the field of
tunnel engineering technology, specifically relating to a method and
system for testing the mechanical properties of tunnel structures subjected to progressive degradation of primary supports. The method converts
geometric similarity ratios based on operating conditions, configures surrounding rock similar materials, and combines
similarity theory to determine similar materials and material parameters for support, thereby creating a temperature-controlled deteriorated tunnel
structure support model. The present invention characterizes the degradation effect of the primary support structure by adjusting the temperature of the anchor
mortar and primary support similar materials to alter their macroscopic mechanical properties, thereby simulating the progressive
degradation process of the primary support structure. This method can demonstrate the load
transfer mechanism and bearing characteristic evolution of soft
rock tunnel structures under progressive degradation conditions of the primary support structure. Furthermore, it can systematically analyze the influence of various factors, such as the anchor degradation rate, anchor degradation location, surface primary support degradation rate, surface primary support degradation location, surface primary support inner
surface roughness (smooth, moderate, rough), and secondary lining
mechanics, on surrounding rock deformation, support structure deformation, and stress.