Geo-Congress 2020
The Art of Numerical Modeling in Geomechanics
Publication: Geo-Congress 2020: University of Minnesota 68th Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference (GSP 321)
ABSTRACT
Numerical modeling is used extensively in the design and evaluation of projects that involve the behavior of rock, soil, and groundwater. There are many potential pitfalls for the modeler, particularly if inexperienced, some of which are discussed. The importance of understanding mechanisms is stressed, and this point is illustrated with examples that show the advantages of building simplified models in addition to detailed models for site analysis.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Itasca colleagues are thanked for their support and help over many years. They are exceptional engineers, dedicated to ensuring that correct physics is embodied in numerical models.
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Geo-Congress 2020: University of Minnesota 68th Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference (GSP 321)
Pages: 1 - 13
Editors: Joseph F. Labuz, Ph.D., University of Minnesota, Brent A. Theroux, Barr Engineering Co., James P. Hambleton, Ph.D., Northwestern University, Roman Makhnenko, Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Aaron S. Budge, Ph.D., Minnesota State University, Mankato
ISBN (Online): 978-0-7844-8284-1
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© 2020 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Feb 21, 2020
Published in print: Feb 21, 2020
ASCE Technical Topics:
- Buildings
- Construction engineering
- Construction management
- Engineering fundamentals
- Geology
- Geomechanics
- Geotechnical engineering
- Groundwater
- Material mechanics
- Material properties
- Materials engineering
- Models (by type)
- Numerical models
- Project management
- Rocks
- Soil mechanics
- Soil properties
- Structural engineering
- Structures (by type)
- Water (by type)
- Water and water resources
- Water management
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