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Slope Stability Analysis Using Numerical Modelling

Received: 31 March 2014    Accepted: 10 April 2014    Published: 30 April 2014
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Abstract

This paper aims to analyze slope stability based on the numerical simulation using Plaxis software. The mechanical parameters of soil layers constituting the slope are evaluated from laboratory results and numerical simulations of in-situ pressuremeter tests. The study of the slope consists to determine the failure surface and the corresponding safety factor. This coefficient is calculated taking into consideration the influence of factors that contribute slope instability and following the use of several methods of reinforcement to strengthen the slope.

Published in American Journal of Civil Engineering (Volume 2, Issue 3)
DOI 10.11648/j.ajce.20140203.11
Page(s) 60-67
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Keywords

Soil, Numerical Simulation, Slope Stability, Safety Factor, Failure Surface

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  • Lebanese University, Institute of Technology (Saida) & Doctoral School of Sciences and Technologies, Modelling Centre, PRASE Beirut, Lebanon

  • Lebanese University, Doctoral School of Sciences and Technologies, Modelling Centre, PRASE, Beirut, Lebanon

  • Lebanese University, Institute of Technology (Saida) & Doctoral School of Sciences and Technologies, Modelling Centre, PRASE Beirut, Lebanon

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