This paper adopted both the numerical and analytical methods to investigate the excavation
stability against base heave failure. The finite element limit analysis method (OPTUM) was …

In this paper, novel stability solutions of unsupported conical slopes in anisotropic clays are
presented by using the lower bound and upper bound finite element limit analyses under an …

In general, the undrained strength anisotropy of clays is found in nature. Its effect on a
stability problem during undrained loading should be considered in order to get a more …

This paper presents new plasticity stability solutions of unsupported conical rock slopes,
obeying generalised Hoek-Brown failure criterion. To solve the problem, a finite element …

Solutions for the undrained stability of unsupported excavations are important in practice as
they can be used for assessing the safety of temporary excavations associated with various …

Braced circular excavations are commonly used as one of effective retaining structures in
practice. Despite a number of studies in the past on the stability of this problem, its stability …

Circular shafts are widely concerned in the construction of urban underground
infrastructures and their stability is essential. Uncertainties and randomness in soil …

The novel stability solutions of unsupported conical slope in anisotropic and
inhomogeneous clays utilizing the lower-bound (LB) and upper-bound (UB) finite-element …

A conical slope is widely used in many constructions of in situ piles, piers, footings, mat
foundations, raft foundations, energy storages, or water tanks since this unsupported …

New plasticity solutions to the drained stability of conical slopes in homogeneous cohesive-
frictional soils were investigated by axisymmetric finite element limit analysis. Three …