Simulating the entire progressive failure process of rock slopes using the combined finite-discrete element method
Lei Sun, Quansheng Liu, Aly Abdelaziz, Xuhai Tang, Giovanni Grasselli
Topics & Concepts
Slope stability analysisClassification of discontinuitiesDiscrete element methodSlope stabilitySafety factorLandslideFactor of safetyFinite element methodGeotechnical engineeringStrength reductionDiscontinuous Deformation AnalysisGeologyStructural engineeringDissipationRobustness (evolution)CollisionUltimate failureRock mass classificationUltimate tensile strengthEngineeringMechanicsMaterials scienceComputer scienceMathematicsMetallurgyComputer securityThermodynamicsBiochemistryPhysicsGeneChemistryMathematical analysisRock Mechanics and ModelingLandslides and related hazardsGeotechnical Engineering and Analysis