Progressive Failure of Slopes: Stochastic Simulation Based on Transition Probabilities and Markov Chains

A reliability analysis framework for the stochastic simulation of slope progressive failure is proposed in the current work. Progressive failure is addressed as a local failure propagation process that takes place along individual segments upon a critical slip surface. The probabilities of progressive failure are evaluated by transition probabilities and Markov chains theory. Slope stability computations are performed by elastoplastic finite...