FLAC3D Modeling • Introduction

Introduction

Material in this section provides users with a first look at FLAC3D, covering a range of introductory topics about the program, such as its origin, basic use, its general design and capabilities, how it compares to other numerical methods, how it may be applied, and more. It is composed of the following sections.

• Overview
  • The Lagrangian Finite Volume Grid
• FLAC3D Features
  • Features
  • Optional Features
  • Modeling Physical Processes and Interactions
  • New Features in Version 6.0
• Comparison with Other Methods
• Fields of Application
• Guide to the FLAC3D Help File
  • User Support
• About Itasca Consulting Group Inc.