Deterministic Analysis Overview

In a Deterministic analysis, it is assumed that all input parameters are "exactly" known (e.g. wedge plane orientations, shear strength, etc.), and SWedge computes the factor of safety (FS) for a single wedge.

The general procedure for carrying out a Deterministic Analysis with SWedge is as follows.

1. Select Analysis Type

   Set the Analysis Type to Deterministic in the Project Settings dialog.

2. Enter Input Data

   In the Input Data dialog, enter the data as described in the following topics.
   • Slope Properties
   • Joint Properties
   • Tension Crack
   • Forces
   • Support (e.g. bolts, shotcrete) can be added as described in the Support Overview topic.

3. Compute

   The Deterministic Analysis is computed when you select OK (or Apply) in the Input Data dialog, or when support is added or modified.

4. View Analysis Results

   After the analysis is computed, the Sidebar will display a summary of results (factor of safety, wedge weight, etc.). A complete listing of all analysis input and output data, can be found in the Info Viewer.