Effects of Joint Spacing on Static Bearing Capacity of Rock Foundations in the case of Punching Failure

In this paper, using distinct element method, static bearing capacity of rock foundations containing one, two or three joint sets is investigated in the case of punching failure. The effect of joint spacing is incorporated in the analyses using a dimensionless factor, named spacing ratio (SR). Dif...

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Main Authors: Sharifzadeh, Mostafa, Imani, S., Fahimifar, A.
Format: Journal Article
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/75185