Case Study: Arup achieves faster, flexible geotechnical analysis with Oasys Gofer

Arup models 10+ geotechnical stages with Oasys Gofer

Arup utilized Oasys Software's cloud geotechnical analysis tool, Oasys Gofer, to assess its feasibility as an alternative to traditional Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods for a major UK linear infrastructure project. Their challenge was to model a complex cantilever embedded diaphragm wall and compare the new software's performance against established tools like Oasys Frew.

The solution from Oasys Software was their next-generation 2D FEA tool, Gofer, which brought cloud computing power to the analysis. Engineers found creating model geometry and defining materials to be streamlined and user-friendly. The results showed a close match with traditional methods, especially in later excavation stages. Overall, Oasys Software's Gofer provided a straightforward and effective way to model complex, multi-stage construction with confidence.

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