Modeling and Simulation in Geotechnical Engineering for Interactive Design and Analysis with Finite Element Methods

This paper illustrates the author experience in modeling and simulating the process of construction through various projects in Indonesia and overseas. The predictions include the stresses (normal stress, shear stress, bending force) induced by the interactions of those materials in construction process, displacements as a result of gravity force or construction loads, development of pore water pressures in the soil pores and their effects on the stability. Landslide occurrences and seismic wave propagations can also be modelled. Overall the paper point out the importance of modeling and simulation as interactive analysis and design process.