Case-based reasoning for slope stability evaluation and its application

Slope is a non-linear and uncertain kinetic system effected by many factors. In view of the incompleteness and uncertainty of the information of slope stability evaluation, a new method of slope stability evaluation by using case-based reasoning is presented. Considering the sensitivity of attribute weights to the environment, the algorithm of attribute weights is set up on the basis of the concept of changeable weights. Calculating the similarity between target case of the slope and base case, the stability of target case is evaluated. It is shown form examples that the method is simple, visual, practical, and convenient for use.