In a Deterministic analysis it is assumed that all input parameters are 'exactly' known (e.g. Wedge plane orientations, shear strength, etc). SWedge computes the.
The SWedgetutorials provide easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions on using the various features of the program. The example model files for use with the tutorials can be found by choosing File > Recent Folders > Tutorials Folder in the SWedge menu.
Tutorial 01 - SWedge Quick Start
- Project Settings
- Deterministic and Sensitivity Analysis
- Input Data
- Different Views and Viewing Options
- Analysis Results
- Water Pressure, External Force, and Seismic Force
Tutorial 02 - Probabilistic Analysis in SWedge
- Random Variables
- Fisher Distribution
- Tension Crack
- Mean and Picked Wedges
- Histograms and Scatter Plots
- Failure Mode Filter
- Design Factor of Safety
Tutorial 03 - Combinations Analysis in SWedge
- Project Settings
- Combinations Analysis Type
- Limiting Wedge Size
- Barton-Bandis Strength
- Persistence Scaling
- Bolts
Tutorial 04 - Support in SWedge
- Bolts
- Shotcrete
- Pressure
- External Force
- Sensitivity Analysis
Tutorial 05 - Wedge Size in SWedge
- Slope Height
- Bench Width
- Slope Length
- Scale Wedge
- Minimum Wedge Size
Tutorial 06 - Joint Persistence Analysis in SWedge
- Persistence
- Limiting Wedge Size
- Slope Length and Bench Width
- Persistence Distribution
- Wedge Spatial Location
Tutorial 07 - Slope Design in SWedge with Eurocode 7
- Example for Design Approach 1, Combination 2
- Example for Design Approach 2
- Single Source Principle
Tutorial 08 - Water Pressure in SWedge
- Ponded Water Pressure
- Joint Water Pressure
- Slope Type Models
- Water Pressure Distribution Models
- Percent Filled Option
- Water Pressure Display Options
- Sensitivity Analysis
Tutorial 09 - Basal Joint in SWedge
- Block Shape
- Basal Joint
- Tension Crack
Tutorial 10 - Bench Design in SWedge
- Random Variables
- Persistence Analysis
- Bench Loss
- Managed Slope Design
- Quantitative Hazard Analysis
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