scholarly journals Research on the coupling effect of the composite slope geometrical parameters

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 35-46
Author(s):  
Yamah Joy Barvor ◽  
Sher Bacha ◽  
Cai Qingxiang ◽  
Chen Shu Zhao ◽  
Nisar Mohammad ◽  
...  

Purpose. To analyze the coupling effect between composite slope geometrical parameters. Methods. The slope angle and excavation depth are coupled with load which is waste dump in this case. Several models were created and analyzed to capture their coupling effect and interactions using FLAC/Slope. Findings. When the slope angle and excavation depth are coupled with a load such as that of a waste dump, the factor of safety decreases. But a suitable dumping position can prove vital to enhancing stability. The primary cause of this phenomenon is that the stresses induced by the waste dump decrease as the dump is moved away from the crest of the slope and the stress induced within the zone of active wedge beneath the dump reduces on the reference slip plane. Hence, it can be said that the position of the waste dump in the formation of a composite slope plays a key role in enhancing stability. Factor of safety have the same influence pattern for all parameters induced by stress as that of influence rule. The results obtained from the finite element stress analysis are the same with those obtained for the slope stability analysis. Originality. The current research presents for the first time the coupling effect of the composite slope geometrical parameters and the results of finite element stress analysis, which are similar to those of slope stability analysis. Practical implications. The current research results can be used to effectively analyze and design the composite slopes in soft rocks specially in surface mines.


2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darmadi Ir

Abstract Slope stability analysis with SOFTWARE ROCSCIENCE SLIDE case studies in residential barracks of PT. Freport with various variations in loading and conditions show results The greater the load on the slope, the lower the Factor of Safety value. FS values for all methods, sections, and ramp widths are greater in dry than wet conditions. The greater the load distance from the slope, the greater the FS value. At a distance of 3m from the crest slope the decrease in FS value is very significant, in sections 1 and 2 there is still a secure FS value with a load of 50 kN / m, the smaller the overall slope angle (slope) the greater the FS value.Keywords: Slope stability, safety factor, maximum load





2002 ◽  
Vol 39 (5) ◽  
pp. 1026-1038 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeaan Hwang ◽  
Mandar Dewoolkar ◽  
Hon-Yim Ko

Using the finite element method, a cohesive horizontal ground is sequentially excavated until the stress state along a potential slip surface of the excavated slope reaches the critical state. Mobilized friction angle and stress ratio contours in the slope generated by the finite element solution are examined to quantify the part of the slip surface that undergoes extension resulting in anisotropic conditions. The effects of factors such as excavation depths, drainage boundary conditions, slope angles, and initial stress conditions on slope stability are investigated. It is shown that excavated slopes display anisotropic behavior and that the consideration of strength anisotropy in slope stability analysis is essential. For the example considered, it was found that the extent of the extension zone of the slip surface increases as the slope angle decreases and that this relationship is linear.Key words: slope stability, strength anisotropy, finite element method, limiting equilibrium.



2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 4568
Author(s):  
Muhammad Israr Khan ◽  
Shuhong Wang

Assessment and analysis of soil slope stability is an important part of geotechnical engineering at all times. This paper examines the assessment of soil slope stability in fine-grained soils. The effect of change in shear strength (τ), shear stress (σ) and slope angle (β) on the factor of safety has been studied. It correlates shear strength with slope angle and shear stress by considering the horizontal seismic coefficients in both saturated and unsaturated conditions. The slope failure surface was considered a circular slip surface. Statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) and Slide, numerical modeling software and limit equilibrium slope stability analysis software, respectively, are used to find out the correlations between the three basic parameters. The slope angle varied from 70 to 88 degrees, which are the most critical values for slope angles, and a total of 200 analyses were performed. τ, β and σ are correlated, and the correlations are provided in the results section. The results indicate that the correlations developed between the parameters have a very close relationship. The applicability of the developed equations is above 99%. These correlations are applicable in any type of soil slope stability analysis, where the value of shear strength and factor of safety is required with the variation of slope angle and shear stress.



Geosciences ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damtew Tsige ◽  
Sanjaya Senadheera ◽  
Ayalew Talema

Engineering methods such as soil nails, geosynthetic reinforcement, retaining structures, gabions, and shotcrete are implemented to stabilize road cut slopes along mountainous areas. However, these structures are not environmentally friendly and, particularly in Ethiopia, it is impossible to address all road problems due to financial limitations. Nowadays, soil reinforcement with plant roots is recognized as an environmentally sustainable alternative to improve shallow slope failure along mountainous transportation corridors. The aims of this study was, therefore, to conduct slope stability analysis along a road corridor by incorporating the effect of plant roots. Five plant species were selected for the analysis based on their mechanical characteristics. Namely, Eucalyptus globules (tree), Psidium guajava (shrub), Salix subserrata (shrub), Chrysopogon zizanioides, and Pennisetum macrourum (grasses). The roots’ tensile strength and soil parameters were determined through tensile strength testing and triaxial compression tests, respectively. The factor of safety of the slope was calculated by the PLAXIS-2D software. The study showed that when the slope was reinforced with plant roots, the factor of safety (FOS) improved from 22–34%. The decreasing effect of vegetation on slope stability was observed when soil moisture increased. The sensitivity analysis also indicated that: (1) as the spacing between plants decreased, the effect of vegetation on the slope increased. (2) Slope angle modification with a combination of plant roots had a significant impact on slope stabilization. Of the five-selected plant species, Salix subserrata was the promising plant species for slope stabilization as it exhibited better root mechanical properties among selected plant species.





1996 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 349-366 ◽  
Author(s):  
T-M. Wang ◽  
I. M. Daniel ◽  
K. Huang

Abstract An experimental stress-strain analysis by means of the Moiré method was conducted in the area of the tread and belt regions of tire sections. A special loading fixture was designed to support the tire section and load it in a manner simulating service loading and allowing for Moiré measurements. The specimen was loaded by imposing a uniform fixed deflection on the tread surface and increasing the internal pressure in steps. Moiré fringe patterns were recorded and analyzed to obtain strain components at various locations of interest. Maximum strains in the range of 1–7% were determined for an effective inflation pressure of 690 kPa (100 psi). These results were in substantial agreement with results obtained by a finite element stress analysis.



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