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Stability Analysis of a Temperature-Dependent Jointed Rock Mass

Authors
S. Moallemi1, *, M. Bazargan2, K. Dang1, A. Azami1, M. Abouelhassan3
1Rocscience Inc, Toronto, Canada
2Institute for Geotechnical Engineering, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
3WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF, 7260, Davos Dorf, Switzerland
*Corresponding author. Email: Sina.moallemi@rocscience.com
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S. Moallemi
Available Online 8 November 2023.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-258-3_52How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Slope Stability; Thermal Dependent Material; Jointed rock; DFN
Abstract

Permafrost degradation is a critical factor to consider when examining the destabilization of rock slopes in cold regions. This study focuses on the numerical analysis of the Zugspitze summit-crest in Germany, utilizing a temperature-dependent mechanical model. Material properties and degradation parameters were measured by an independent research group who conducted various geomechanical and geotechnical laboratory tests, as well as field study. The analysis covers the effects of temperature on the mechanical properties of the rock mass, and the results indicate that the slope's stability is affected by temperature changes in the model. The model demonstrates a positive correlation between increasing temperatures due to climate change and the likelihood of rock slope instability and failure. The model presented in this study can aid in managing the risks associated with permafrost degradation and rock slope instability.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the Rocscience International Conference (RIC 2023)
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Atlantis Highlights in Engineering
Publication Date
8 November 2023
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978-94-6463-258-3
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2589-4943
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10.2991/978-94-6463-258-3_52How to use a DOI?
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© 2023 The Author(s)
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