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BEM Geomechanics
The boundary element method (BEM) for geomechanics is a numerical approach that solves problems by discretizing only the boundary of the domain, using analytical solutions for the interior. Introduced by Brebbia in 1978 and refined for geotechnical applications by Crouch and Starfield, BEM is particularly effective for infinite or semi-infinite domains (underground excavations, foundations, rock masses) where finite element methods are impractical.
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Sources
- Brebbia, C. A. (1978). The Boundary Element Method for Engineers. Pentech Press. ISBN: 0-08-020191-5
- Crouch, S. L., & Starfield, A. M. (1983). Boundary Element Methods in Solid Mechanics. George Allen & Unwin. ISBN: 0-04-624014-X
- Dasgupta, G., & Chopra, A. K. (1988). Dynamic stiffness of foundations on layered soil. Journal of Engineering Mechanics, 114(8), 1264-1286. DOI: 10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9399(1988)114:8(1264) ↗