Continuum numerical modeling is inherently limited when the rock behavior involves mechanisms such as spalling and bulking. The Bonded Block Model (BBM) approach simulates the initiation of cracks that can coalesce and/or propagate leading to extension and shear fracturing, as well as the rock (e.g., intact, jointed, or veined) strength dependency on confinement.
This tutorial will show how to paint zone data onto an imported geometric surface in FLAC3D.
This example describes how to import and use structural data generated by Rockmass Technologies mapping instrumentation.
A geochemical model was developed to predict future water quality of the Cove pit lake in support of site closure and regulatory permitting.
Study stress situation for potential continued mining towards greater depths; stress calibration against stress measurements using numerical modeling; and use of calibrated model to study stresses at existing infrastructure, study stresses at potential future haulage level locations, and as input to local models.