Static Finite Particle Method and Geomechanics Application

Abstract

Like Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics, the Finite Particle Method is conventionally formulated for dynamic problems and suitable for simulating dynamic motion of liquids and solids. In this work, the FPM is formulated as equilibrium problems large deformation of solids. Numerical aspects for implementation, including solution method, control of numerical instability, stress integration, are discussed. Application of the method to slope stability analysis is presented to demonstrates the effective, accuracy and the potential in solving large deformation and failure flow problems