Geotechnical simulation using finite element method (FEM) is a powerful tool for analyzing soil and rock mechanics in various applications. FEM software provides a wide range of state-of-the-art constitutive models for tackling soil and rock materials in foundations, embankments, tunnels, excavations, slope stability, mines, and dams.
In geotechnical applications, the interaction between the ground and the structure is critical. FEM can be used to analyze the behavior of the soil or rock surrounding a structure and the interaction between the structure and the ground. This analysis help us to optimize the design of foundations, retaining walls, and other structures that interact with the ground.
FEM can also be used to analyze the stability of slopes and excavations. These analyses evaluate the potential for landslides or slope failures and help to optimize the design of stabilization measures, such as retaining walls or soil reinforcement.
In mining applications, FEM can be used to analyze the behavior of rock masses in underground mines and open pits. This analysis helps us to optimize the design of support systems, such as rock bolts and shotcrete, and to evaluate the potential for rock falls and collapses.
In dam engineering, FEM can be used to analyze the behavior of soil and rock materials under the loads imposed by the dam and the reservoir. This analysis helps us to optimize the design of the dam and its foundation and to evaluate the potential for seepage and piping.
