SLOPE STABILITY & SLOPE ANALYSIS
SETAF2018: Advanced Slope Stability Software
Rapidly identify critical failure surfaces in complex terrain geometries with integrated 2D limit equilibrium analysis, reinforcement systems, and transparent geotechnical reporting.
LİMİT DENGE PRENSİPLERİ
Natural and engineered slopes require precise modeling, rapid iterations, and reliable slope stability software to ensure long-term safety. SETAF2018 automatically optimizes the critical slip surface with the lowest Factor of Safety (FS) under both static and pseudo-static seismic conditions using advanced limit equilibrium methods.
AUTOMATIC CRITICAL SURFACE
MODELING POWER
1. Flexible Slope Modeling and Parametric Data Entry
Have full control while defining terrain shape and soil layers. Put an end to manual trial-and-error processes.
Layered Structures and G.I.S.
Integrate layers, water levels, and surcharge loads based on coordinates or interactively.
Geometric Freedom
Conduct realistic modeling over stepped slopes and complex soil profiles.
Automatic Optimization
The software automatically determines the most critical slip surface among thousands of iterations.
ANALYSIS METHODS
2. Limit Equilibrium Methods: Bishop and Fellenius
Calculate safety factors (FS) accurately using the most reliable and accepted slice methods in geotechnical literature.
Method Support
Perform analyses fully compatible with OMS/Fellenius and Simplified Bishop methods.
Advanced Surface Types
Model different soil behaviors with infrastructure supporting circular or polygonal slip surfaces.
Seismic Analysis (Earthquake Impact)
Include limit values and dynamic loads for earthquake conditions in addition to static conditions.
FHWA STANDARTLARI UYUMLU
REINFORCEMENT SOLUTIONS
3. Reinforcement Elements: Anchor and Soil Nail
Mathematically demonstrate the contribution of structural elements used to strengthen an existing structure to stability, and include it in your report.
Anchored Strengthening
Analyze the resistance-increasing effect on the structure considering the free and root lengths.
Soil Nail Capacity
Verify the system's safety regarding tendon break loads and sliding resistances with FHWA.
Comprehensive Calculation and Report
Monitor the effect of reinforcement elements in a 3D modeling environment and report it professionally.
REPORTING & OUTPUT
4. Transparent Reporting and Traceable Iterations
Each stability analysis conducted is ready to be presented to the regulatory authorities and is turned into professional technical reports. The calculation process is no longer a "black box".
Mathematical Evidence
The chosen analysis methods and the equations used are documented with a transparent infrastructure.
Graphical Outputs
Factors of safety distributions and iterations are presented visually in the reports.
Economic and Safe Design
Determine the most optimal solution by comparing alternative reinforcement methods.
PDF / EXCEL
DIRECT OUTPUT
Technical Advantages for Engineers
Discover scientific accuracy and reporting speed in complex structure and slope analyses.
Analiz Kriteri
SETAF2018 Yeteneği
Mühendislik Çıktısı
Yöntemler
Bishop, Fellenius (Dilim Yöntemleri)
Precise Factor of Safety (FS)
Kritik Yüzey
Otomatik Arama ve Optimizasyon
Identification of the Most Risky Sliding Surface
Güçlendirme
Ankraj, Zemin Çivisi, Sürşarj
Improved Structure Stability
Dökümantasyon
İzlenebilir İterasyon Raporu
Verifiable Technical Report
Manage Slope Stability with SETAF
Identify the most critical sliding surfaces in seconds and instantly generate your verifiable reports.
Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ) About Slope Stability
We have answered the most frequently asked questions about SETAF2018 for you.
What is slope stability software used for in geotechnical engineering?
Slope stability software is used to evaluate whether natural slopes, excavation faces, embankments, or reinforced soil structures can remain stable under static and seismic loading conditions. Engineers use these platforms to calculate the Factor of Safety (FS), identify potential failure surfaces, and assess the impact of groundwater, surcharge loads, and reinforcement systems. Modern slope stability software also helps optimize critical slip surfaces automatically instead of relying on manual trial-and-error calculations. SETAF2018 is designed specifically for rapid 2D limit equilibrium analysis workflows, allowing engineers to perform practical geotechnical evaluations with transparent and traceable calculations.
Which limit equilibrium methods does SETAF2018 support?
SETAF2018 supports the two most widely accepted slope stability methods in geotechnical engineering literature: Ordinary Method of Slices (OMS/Fellenius) and Simplified Bishop analysis. These slice-based limit equilibrium methods are commonly used for evaluating circular and complex slip surfaces in both natural and engineered slopes. The software automatically calculates driving and resisting forces while optimizing the critical failure surface with the lowest Factor of Safety (FS). By combining rapid computation with transparent reporting, SETAF2018 helps engineers produce reliable slope stability analyses without relying on black-box calculation systems.
Can SETAF2018 perform seismic slope stability analysis?
SETAF2018 is currently optimizing its core slope stability module with plans to launch full seismic slope stability analysis capabilities in the coming months. This upcoming update will allow engineers to directly integrate pseudo-static seismic loading conditions, earthquake coefficients, and dynamic boundary effects into limit equilibrium calculations (such as Bishop and Fellenius methods). This will enable a comprehensive evaluation of slope behavior and the potential reduction of the Factor of Safety (FS) under dynamic forces. Developed with high-seismic zones like Turkey in mind, this feature will ensure strict compliance with modern design standards (including TBDY and Eurocode 7), making SETAF2018 an even more robust solution for infrastructure and deep excavation projects in earthquake-prone regions.
Does SETAF2018 support soil nail wall and anchor reinforcement analysis?
SETAF2018 includes integrated reinforcement analysis tools for both anchored systems and soil nail wall applications. Engineers can evaluate tendon forces, root lengths, pull-out resistance, and reinforcement effects directly inside the original slope stability model without switching to external modules. The software also supports FHWA-compliant soil nail verification workflows, helping users validate tensile capacities and sliding resistances using accepted engineering standards. This integrated structure significantly reduces modeling time while improving consistency between slope geometry, reinforcement layout, and reporting outputs.
Why do engineers prefer transparent geotechnical reports instead of black-box outputs?
In many geotechnical projects, especially those submitted to municipalities or regulatory review boards, engineers must demonstrate how the calculations were performed instead of presenting only numerical results. Black-box software systems can create challenges during technical reviews because the underlying assumptions and equations are not always visible. SETAF2018 addresses this issue by generating transparent slope stability reports that clearly document formulas, slice iterations, pore pressure effects, and safety factor calculations. This traceable reporting structure helps engineers produce auditable technical documentation while improving confidence during project approval processes.
