Exact Solution of the Friction Circle Method
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Volume 16, Issue 4
Abstract
The modified friction circle method is still an important tool in slope-stability investigations. The theoretical soundness of this method was investigated, and it is shown here that there is theoretical inconsistency and that the radius of the friction circle is incorrect. Using fundamental relationships of classical mechanics, the exact solution is derived from first principles.
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International Journal of Geomechanics
Volume 16 • Issue 4 • August 2016
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© 2016 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Jan 12, 2015
Accepted: Oct 6, 2015
Published online: Jan 5, 2016
Discussion open until: Jun 5, 2016
Published in print: Aug 1, 2016
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