Table 2 Geotechnical parameters for slope stability analysis.
Parameter | Abbreviation | Description | Symbol | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Soil/rock properties | ||||
Unit weight | UNW | Bulk density of soil/rock | γ | kN/m3 |
Cohesion | COH | Shear strength from bonding | c | kPa |
Friction angle | FRI | Frictional shear strength component | ϕ | ° |
Slope geometry | ||||
Slope angle | SLA | Inclination of the slope face | β | ° |
Height | HEI | Vertical thickness of slope | H | m |
Stability indicators | ||||
Pore pressure ratio | PPR | Degree of drainage/saturation | ru | – |
Stability status | SST | Stable/unstable condition | – | – |
