Slope Stability Analysis

This paper is a review of doctoral thesis concerning some of the classical methods for the slope stability analysis and their weakness in terms of static behavior of the slope body. Newly introduced approach to the subject (the method of total ultimate equilibrium), which solves the statically undetermined system involving all three equilibrium equations and achieves better safety factor, is explained in short, as well as other benefits comparing to the classical methods. Finally, possible directions of further method’s development are indicated.