Modelling Rock and Tunnels in PLAXIS, 17 October 2024, The Netherlands

Discover the capabilities of model tunnelling in rock with PLAXIS. With several models available for different types of rock, including intact, fractured, stratified, and swelling rock, you can design and reinforce underground excavations with ease. Use the Tunnel Designer to create the tunnel cross-section, add reinforcement such as rock bolts or cables, and specify the construction trajectory.

Register to Modelling Rock and Tunnels in PLAXIS Workshop 

This workshop on Rock and Tunnels is an additional special topic day to the Advanced Course on Computational Geotechnics. It can also be attended as a standalone workshop. The workshop focuses on modelling and calculating tunnels in rock using the NATM method. Initially, the workshop concentrates on modelling the rock itself, including intact, fractured, stratified, and even swelling rock. Afterward, the focus shifts to modelling the tunnel construction, including excavation stages, reinforcement, and tunnel lining.

What will the course cover?

• General aspects of Rock behaviour
• The Hoek-Brown and Jointed Rock models
• Modelling swelling rock
• Modelling tunnels in 2D and 3D
• Hands-on exercises

What should I have?

• Prior experience in either using PLAXIS for engineering applications or in the field of tunnelling

For more information about the Advanced Course on Computational Geotechnics, CLICK HERE.