@inproceedings{d6bf96437ddb4e368c66c01f4233ae10,
title = "Deformation model of consequent slate slopes calibrated to the morphology associated with the rock mass creep",
abstract = "This study investigated the deformation characteristics of consequent slate slopes in the region between Cuifeng and Wuling in Taiwan. Onsite survey and UDEC numerical models were used to describe the characteristics of gravity-driven deformation under various conditions and identify the process of slate deformation as well as potential failure mechanisms. Our results demonstrate that valley erosion and slope toe soaking mechanisms play key roles in the deformation of slate and accelerate the weakening of slate material. Slate deformation was shown to begin in the tension zone at the cliff top, wherein the slope body slips along the highly inclined foliation, contributing to shear failure or composite failure near the eroded zone of weakness. The phenomenon of foliation opening was widespread within the area of deformation, enabling surface water and groundwater to seep in, thereby accelerating failure in the slate deformation zone.",
keywords = "Deformation process, Onsite survey, Slate rock, UDEC numerical model",
author = "Lo, {Chia Ming} and Feng, {Zheng Yi} and Weng, {Meng Chia}",
note = "Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2014 by Japanese Committee for Rock Mechanics.; 8th Asian Rock Mechanics Symposium, ARMS 2014 ; Conference date: 14-10-2014 Through 16-10-2014",
year = "2014",
month = oct,
language = "English",
series = "ISRM International Symposium - 8th Asian Rock Mechanics Symposium, ARMS 2014",
publisher = "International Society for Rock Mechanics",
pages = "1839--1848",
editor = "Kaneko and Kodama and Shimizu",
booktitle = "ISRM International Symposium - 8th Asian Rock Mechanics Symposium, ARMS 2014",
}