Input Data Overview
The Input Data option is the primary data input dialog in CPillar. The dialog contains four tabs which allow you to define the following model parameters:
- Geometry
- Lateral Stresses
- Material Properties
- Strength
Input Data is available on the toolbar, the Analysis menu or the right-click menu (on most views).
Geometry
The Geometry tab of the Input Data dialog allows you to enter the following input data:
- Pillar Dimensions
- Abutment Orientation
- Rock Unit Weight
Stresses
The Stresses tab of the Input Data dialog allows you to enter the following input data:
- Lateral Stress (Constant or Gravity)
- Overburden
- Water
Material Properties
The Material Properties tab of the Input Data dialog allows you to define abutment material shear strength properties. See the Shear Strength topic for details.
Rock Mass and Abutment Strength
The Material Properties tab of the Input Data dialog allows you to enter Rock Mass strength properties and assign Material Properties to Abutments.