2016

Jiang, Mingjing, Shen, Zhifu and Utili, Stefano (2016) DEM modeling of cantilever retaining excavations : implications for lunar constructions. Engineering Computations, 33 (2). pp. 366-394. doi:10.1108/EC-06-2014-0140

Utili, Stefano and Abd, Akram Hasan (2016) On the stability of fissured slopes subject to seismic action. International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, 40 (5). pp. 785-806. doi:10.1002/nag.2498

2015

Wang, H. N., Utili, Stefano, Jiang, Mingjing and He, P. (2015) Analytical solutions for tunnels of elliptical cross-section in rheological rock accounting for sequential excavation. Rock mechanics and rock engineering, 48 (5). pp. 1997-2029. doi:10.1007/s00603-014-0685-7

Jiang, Mingjing, Zhu, Fangyuan and Utili, Stefano (2015) Investigation into the effect of backpressure on the mechanical behavior of methane-hydrate-bearing sediments via DEM analyses. Computers and geotechnics, 69 . pp. 551-563. doi:10.1016/j.compgeo.2015.06.019

Utili, Stefano (2015) Discussion of “Limit analysis of slopes with cracks : comparisons of results”. Engineering Geology . doi:10.1016/j.enggeo.2015.05.002 (In Press)

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2015) A new rock slicing method based on linear programming. Computers and geotechnics, 65 . pp. 12-29. doi:10.1016/j.compgeo.2014.11.007

Zhao, Tao, Utili, Stefano and Crosta, Giovanni B. (2015) Rockslide and impulse wave modelling in the Vajont Reservoir by DEM-CFD analyses. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering . doi:10.1007/s00603-015-0731-0 (In Press)

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2015) Designing tunnel support in jointed rock masses via the DEM. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 48 (2). pp. 603-632. doi:10.1007/s00603-014-0579-8

Utili, Stefano, Castellanza, Riccardo, Galli, Andrea and Sentenac, Phillippe (2015) Novel approach for health monitoring of earthen embankments. Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering , 141 (3). 04014111. doi:10.1061/(ASCE)GT.1943-5606.0001215

Utili, Stefano, Zhao, Tao and Houlsby, G. T. (2015) 3D DEM investigation of granular column collapse : evaluation of debris motion and its destructive power. Engineering geology, 186 . pp. 3-16. doi:10.1016/j.enggeo.2014.08.018

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2015) DEM modelling of a jointed rock beam with emphasis on interface properties. Géotechnique Letters, 5 (1). pp. 49-55. doi:10.1680/geolett.14.00105

Murugaratnam, Kovthaman, Utili, Stefano and Petrinic, Nik (2015) A combined DEM–FEM numerical method for Shot Peening parameter optimisation. Advances in engineering software, 79 . pp. 13-26. doi:10.1016/j.advengsoft.2014.09.001

2014

Jiang, Mingjing, Zhu, Fangyuan, Liu, Fang and Utili, Stefano (2014) A bond contact model for methane hydrate-bearing sediments with interparticle cementation. International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, 38 (17). pp. 1823-1854. doi:10.1002/nag.2283

Zhao, Tao, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2014) Investigation of granular batch sedimentation via DEM–CFD coupling. Granular Matter, 16 (6). pp. 921-932. doi:10.1007/s10035-014-0534-0

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2014) New insights into the 1963 Vajont slide using 2D and 3D distinct-element method analyses. Geotechnique, 64 (10). pp. 800-816. doi:10.1680/geot.14.P.041

Utili, Stefano (2014) Discussion of “Stability assessment of slopes with cracks using limit analysis”. Canadian geotechnical journal, 51 (7). pp. 822-825. doi:10.1139/cgj-2014-0085

Wang, H. N., Utili, Stefano and Jiang, M. J. (2014) An analytical approach for the sequential excavation of axisymmetric lined tunnels in viscoelastic rock. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 68 . pp. 85-106. doi:10.1016/j.ijrmms.2014.02.002

Macaro, G., Utili, Stefano and Martin, C. M. (2014) DEM analyses of pipe-soil interaction for offshore pipelines on sand. In: International Symposium on Geomechanics from Micro to Macro IS Cambridge , Cambridge, UK, 1-3 Sep 2014. Published in: Geomechanics from Micro to Macro pp. 595-600. ISBN 9781138027077. doi:10.1201/b17395-106

Crosta, Giovanni B., Utili, Stefano, De Blasio, Fabio Vittorio and Castellanza, Riccardo (2014) Reassessing rock mass properties and slope instability triggering conditions in Valles Marineris, Mars. Earth and Planetary Science Letters , Volume 388 . pp. 329-342. doi:10.1016/j.epsl.2013.11.053

Dattola, G., Di Prisco, Claudio, Redaelli, Irene and Utili, Stefano (2014) A distinct element method numerical investigation of compaction processes in highly porous cemented granular materials. International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics . doi:10.1002/nag.2241 (In Press)

2013

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2013) A new contact detection algorithm for three-dimensional non-spherical particles. Powder technology, 248 . pp. 94-102. doi:10.1016/j.powtec.2012.12.040

Wang, H. N., Li, Y., Ni, Q., Utili, Stefano, Jiang, Mingjing and Liu, Fang (2013) Analytical solutions for the construction of deeply buried circular tunnels with two liners in rheological rock. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Volume 46 (Number 6). pp. 1481-1498. doi:10.1007/s00603-012-0362-7

Utili, Stefano (2013) Investigation by limit analysis on the stability of slopes with cracks. Geotechnique, Volume 63 (Number 2). pp. 140-154. doi:10.1680/geot.11.P.068

Jiang, Mingjing, Zhang, Wangcheng, Sun, Yugang and Utili, Stefano (2013) An investigation on loose cemented granular materials via DEM analyses. Granular Matter, Volume 15 (Number 1). pp. 65-84. doi:10.1007/s10035-012-0382-8

Di Prisco, Claudio, Rinaldi, G. and Utili, Stefano (2013) Numerical dem analyses under simple shear conditions : the steady state for granular matters under large strain rates. In: III International Conference on Particle-based Methods – Fundamentals and Applications PARTICLES 2013, Stuttgart, Germany, 18-20 Sep 2013. Published in: Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Particle-based Methods Fundamentals and Applications, Particles pp. 764-774.

2012

Boon, Chia Weng, Houlsby, G. T. and Utili, Stefano (2012) A new algorithm for contact detection between convex polygonal and polyhedral particles in the discrete element method. Computers and Geotechnics, Vol.44 . pp. 73-82. doi:10.1016/j.compgeo.2012.03.012

Crosta, Giovanni B., Castellanza, Riccardo, De Blasio, Fabio Vittorio and Utili, Stefano (2012) Slope stability analysis for Valles Marineris, Mars: a numerical analysis of controlling conditions and failure types. In: European Geosciences Union General Assembly 2012, Vienna, Austria, Apr 22-27, 2012 (No.11667).

2011

Utili, Stefano and Crosta, Giovanni B. (2011) Modeling the evolution of natural cliffs subject to weathering. 1, Limit analysis approach. Journal of Geophysical Research, Vol.116 (Number F1). Article: F01016. doi:10.1029/2009JF001557

Utili, Stefano and Crosta, Giovanni B. (2011) Modeling the evolution of natural cliffs subject to weathering. 2, Discrete element approach. Journal of Geophysical Research, Vol.116 (No.F1). Article: F01017. doi:10.1029/2009JF001559

Jiang, Mingjing, Yan, H. B., Zhu, Hehua and Utili, Stefano (2011) Modeling shear behavior and strain localization in cemented sands by two-dimensional distinct element method analyses. Computers and Geotechnics, Vol.38 (No.1). pp. 14-29. doi:10.1016/j.compgeo.2010.09.001

Murugaratnam, Kovthaman and Utili, Stefano (2011) Shot peening optimization using the discrete element method. In: 11th International Conference on Shot Peening, South Bend, IN, U.S.A., Sep 12-15, 2011. Published in: Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Shot Peening pp. 135-140.

2009

Dyer, M. (Mark), Utili, Stefano and Zielinski, M. (Marcin) (2009) Field survey of desiccation fissuring of flood embankments. Proceedings of the ICE - Water Management, Vol.162 (No.3). pp. 221-232. doi:10.1680/wama.2009.162.3.221

Yin, Zhen-yu, Huang, Hong-wei, Utili, Stefano and Hicher, Pierre-Yves (2009) Modeling rate-dependent behaviors of soft subsoil under embankment loads. Yantu Gongcheng Xuebao/Chinese Journal of Geotechnical Engineering, Vol.31 (No.1). pp. 109-117.

Utili, Stefano, Dyer, M. (Mark) and Zielinski, M. (Marcin) (2009) Failure mechanisms and ultimate resistance of earth flood embankment with attention to desiccation fissuring. In: Annual Conference of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering 2008, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, Jun 10-13, 2008. Published in: Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering 2008, Vol.4 pp. 2719-2727. ISSN ISBN: 9781605603964.

2008

Utili, Stefano and Nova, Roberto (2008) DEM analysis of bonded granular geomaterials. International Journal for Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics, Vol.32 (No.17). pp. 1997-2031. doi:10.1002/nag.728

Utili, Stefano, Yin, Zhen-yu and Jiang, Mingjing (2008) Influence of hydraulic uplift pressures on the stability of a gravity dam. Yanshi Lixue yu Gongcheng Xuebao/Chinese Journal of Rock Mechanics and Engineering, Vol.27 (No.8). pp. 1554-1568.

Utili, Stefano and Nova, Roberto (2008) A study of cliffs subject to degradation by DEM (PFC2D). In: First International FLAC/DEM Symposium on Numerical Modeling, Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A., Aug 25-27, 2008. Published in: Proceedings of the First International FLAC/DEM Symposium on Numerical Modeling

Utili, Stefano and Nova, Roberto (2008) Calibration of micromechanical parameters to reproduce a frictional cohesive continuum by the distinct element method. In: The 12th International Conference of the International Association for Computer Methods and Advances in Geomechanics (IACMAG), Goa, India, Oct 1-6, 2008. Published in: Proceedings of the 12th International Conference of the International Association for Computer Methods and Advances in Geomechanics pp. 163-170.

Utili, Stefano, Dyer, M. (Mark), Redaelli, M. and Zielinski, M. (Marcin) (2008) Desiccation fissuring induced failure mechanisms for clay levees. In: 10th International Symposium on Landslides and Engineered Slopes, Xi'an, China, Jun 30 - Jul 4, 2008. Published in: Landslides and Engineered Slopes: From the Past to the Future - Proceedings of the 10th International Symposium on Landslides and Engineered Slopes, Vol.1-2 pp. 1309-1314. ISSN ISBN: 978-0-415-41196-7. doi:10.1201/9780203885284-c175

Redaelli, M., Utili, Stefano and Dyer, M. (Mark) (2008) A proposal for a reliability rating system for fluvial flood defence embankments in the United Kingdom. In: 10th International Symposium on Landslides and Engineered Slopes, Xi'an, China, Jun 30 - Jul 4, 2008. Published in: Landslides and Engineered Slopes: From the Past to the Future - Proceedings of the 10th International Symposium on Landslides and Engineered Slopes, Vol.1-2 pp. 1965-1970. ISSN ISBN: 978-0-415-41196-7. doi:10.1201/9780203885284-c273

2007

Utili, Stefano and Nova, Roberto (2007) On the optimal profile of a slope. Soils & Foundations, Vol.47 (No.4). pp. 717-729.