TELSTA

This product is designed for nonlinear static finite element analyses of static stress distribution and deformation problems using a modified "Duncan and Chang" hyperbolic model. Major components of this software include:

• Analysis of both excavation and construction events.
• Interface elements which allow sliding and gaping between the soil and any structure.
• Calculation of local and overall factors of safety.
• Specification of initial stresses and compaction-induced stresses that are higher than those consistent with the elastic value of K_o.

• Efficient modelling of the construction of embankment dams.
• Options to simulate reservoir filling.
• Semi-automatic mesh generation.
• Extensive plotted output options.