Measuring the strength and elastic moduli of rock using uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) testing is an important aspect of geotechnical investigations. The measured parameters include the peak strength, elastic modulus (E), and Poisson’s ratio (ν) which are among the key parameters used in any rock engineering project. To assess the E and ν, the test … Read more
In Irazu version 6.1, a new elastic FEM material model has been added to grant the ability to explicitly define unfracturable domains within an FDEM model. Ultimately, this leads to significantly reduced simulation run times without compromising the accuracy of the result. In addition, we would like to provide a sneak peek of new elasto-plastic … Read more
We recently hosted a webinar to provide an overview of the latest features of Irazu version 6.1 in action. We also demonstrated two practical applications of Irazu, including a slope stability problem using the new time-varying, user-imported water table profiles, as well as a tunnel excavation model with mixed FEM and FDEM material models. For … Read more
When you think about the future, what comes to mind? Maybe flying cars or robots that can do our laundry? While these advancements are certainly exciting, they all have one thing in common: they rely on minerals and rocks. It’s true. From the metaverse to driverless vehicles, healthcare to smart housing, and food production to … Read more
Easter Egg decorating and hunting are without a doubt the most popular Easter tradition. Although it’s not 100% clear where it all began, a popular theory about the origin of Easter eggs, according to Carole Levin, professor of history and director of the Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program at the University of Nebraska, eggs were … Read more