Multiyield-Surface Implementation of a Simplified Three-Dimensional Hoek–Brown Strength Criterion
Publication: International Journal of Geomechanics
Volume 22, Issue 3
Abstract
This work presents the implementation of a simplified three-dimensional Hoek–Brown strength criterion using a multiyield-surface plasticity approach. The adopted three-dimensional simplification of the strength criterion accounts for the intermediate principal stress influence, maintaining the simplicity in the numerical implementation. This criterion corresponds to a paraboloid surface of circular cross section in the principal stress space. The introduction of multiple yield surfaces allows for a smooth definition of the nonlinear stress–strain behavior of the material. In addition, a kinematic hardening rule is adopted, allowing yield surfaces to translate with loading, enabling a hysteretic and path-dependent stress–strain response.
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Acknowledgments
The authors would like to acknowledge the support obtained from the FONDECYT-INICIACION research (Grant No 11181252) and from Universidad de Chile, Project U-Inicia Code (N° UI 24/2018).
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Received: Dec 14, 2020
Accepted: Oct 12, 2021
Published online: Dec 17, 2021
Published in print: Mar 1, 2022
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