Date
03 Jun 1988, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Abstract
This paper describes a number of case studies by using numerical procedures conducted by the author and his co-workers over a number of years. The case studies involve a wide range of static and dynamic stress-deformation, seepage and stability, and consolidation problems. The numerical procedures use simple linear and nonlinear elastic models, to advanced but simplified hierarchical plasticity based models for geologic materials and interfaces/joints. The evolution from the use of simple to advanced models is guided by the realization that it is essential to employ models that are capable of handling the complexities in geotechnical systems. In addition to use of the conventional and empirical methods, it is advisable to develop and utilize improved and simplified techniques based on basic principles of mechanics. This approach can allow the geotechnical engineer access to models and procedures towards improved and rational solutions for case studies and for practical applications.
Department(s)
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Meeting Name
2nd Conference of the International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
Publisher
University of Missouri--Rolla
Document Version
Final Version
Rights
© 1988 University of Missouri--Rolla, All rights reserved.
Creative Commons Licensing
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
File Type
text
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Desai, C. S., "Case Studies Through Material Modelling and Computation" (1988). International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering. 13.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/icchge/2icchge/2icchge-session6/13
Case Studies Through Material Modelling and Computation
This paper describes a number of case studies by using numerical procedures conducted by the author and his co-workers over a number of years. The case studies involve a wide range of static and dynamic stress-deformation, seepage and stability, and consolidation problems. The numerical procedures use simple linear and nonlinear elastic models, to advanced but simplified hierarchical plasticity based models for geologic materials and interfaces/joints. The evolution from the use of simple to advanced models is guided by the realization that it is essential to employ models that are capable of handling the complexities in geotechnical systems. In addition to use of the conventional and empirical methods, it is advisable to develop and utilize improved and simplified techniques based on basic principles of mechanics. This approach can allow the geotechnical engineer access to models and procedures towards improved and rational solutions for case studies and for practical applications.
