Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm Coupled with Finite Element Limit Equilibrium Method for Geotechnical Practices
Joint Authors
Li, Hongjun
Zhong, Hong
Yan, Zuwen
Zhang, Xuedong
Source
Mathematical Problems in Engineering
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-14, 14 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-12-11
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
14
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
This paper proposes a modified particle swarm optimization algorithm coupled with the finite element limit equilibrium method (FELEM) for the minimum factor of safety and the location of associated noncircular critical failure surfaces for various geotechnical practices.
During the search process, the stress compatibility constraints coupled with the geometrical and kinematical compatibility constraints are firstly established based on the features of slope geometry and stress distribution to guarantee realistic slip surfaces from being unreasonable.
Furthermore, in the FELEM, based on rigorous theoretical analyses and derivation, it is noted that the physical meaning of the factor of safety can be formulated on the basis of strength reserving theory rather than the overloading theory.
Consequently, compared with the limit equilibrium method (LEM) and the shear strength reduction method (SSRM) through several numerical examples, the FELEM in conjunction with the improved search strategy is proved to be an effective and efficient approach to routine analysis and design in geotechnical practices with a high level of confidence.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Li, Hongjun& Zhong, Hong& Yan, Zuwen& Zhang, Xuedong. 2012. Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm Coupled with Finite Element Limit Equilibrium Method for Geotechnical Practices. Mathematical Problems in Engineering،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1029601
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Li, Hongjun…[et al.]. Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm Coupled with Finite Element Limit Equilibrium Method for Geotechnical Practices. Mathematical Problems in Engineering No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1029601
American Medical Association (AMA)
Li, Hongjun& Zhong, Hong& Yan, Zuwen& Zhang, Xuedong. Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm Coupled with Finite Element Limit Equilibrium Method for Geotechnical Practices. Mathematical Problems in Engineering. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1029601
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1029601