Geotechnical Analysis

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of Geotechnical numerical analysis. we will learn about the Single degree of freedom system (SDOF) and multiple degrees of freedom system (MDOF). then, we will see in detail the procedure to perform numerical (FEM) analysis using the software. After that, we Analyse the 1D, 2D, and 3D models using GTS NX software.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of linear numerical analysis. Also, we will learn about the matrix method of numerical analysis. In order to comprehend the linear analysis utilizing GTS NX software, we will also conduct the uniaxial compression test on a granite rock specimen. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of nonlinear numerical analysis. Through this lecture, we will understand the working of nonlinear numerical analysis deeply. In order to comprehend the nonlinear analysis utilizing GTS NX software, we will also conduct the uniaxial compression test on a granite rock specimen. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of soil stress. Through thus We will learn about the two major stresses which are generated in the soil, i.e. initial and induced stress. We will also see the different theories/methods to calculate soil stress based on the loading type. In order to comprehend the Soil stress utilizing GTS NX software, we will model the strip load on the elastic ground.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of soil deformation. Through this lecture, we will look into the immediate settlement of soil. We will also discuss the method of numerical solution for soil deformation. Moreover, In order to comprehend the soil deformation utilizing GTS NX software, we will also conduct the settlement analysis due to the continuous foundation installed on the elastic ground.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of Shear stress of soil. Then we will discuss the various parameters to determine the shear stress. We will also discuss the field method to determine the shear stress of soil. Moreover, In order to comprehend the soil shear stress utilizing GTS NX software, we will simulate the triaxial test with different drained conditions of the soil. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of the bearing capacity of the soil. Then we will discuss the various method to determine the bearing capacity of the soil, which include both the theoretical method and field test method. Moreover, In order to comprehend the bearing capacity of the soil utilizing GTS NX software, we will simulate a simple shallow foundation (strip footing). The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of slope stability. We will discuss the various type of slopes and their analysis method separately. We will learn how to calculate the factor of safety (FOS) for various types of slopes. Moreover, In order to comprehend the slope stability utilizing GTS NX software, we will simulate a Circular failure in the Slope. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of Earth Pressure. We will understand the Active and Passive earth pressures deeply. Moreover, In order to comprehend the earth pressure utilizing GTS NX software, we will simulate the active and passive pressure of a retaining wall structure. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

In this lecture, We will learn about the concepts and principles of Seepage analysis. We will understand the theoretical methods to determine seepage deeply. Also we will discuss the phreatic line theory of a dam body. Moreover, In order to comprehend the seepage utilizing GTS NX software, we will Calculate the seepage flow rate that occurs in the ground including the embankment. The findings will be compared with those obtained manually and using the program.

There are 20 quizzes consisting of the contents of Geotechnical Analysis Lectures 1-10. A certificate is issued when you answer 60% or more correctly.