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Settle^3D 2.0 – An improved program for the calculation of settlement and consolidation under applied loads.

Users of all levels can benefit from easier, faster analyses

Toronto, Canada (February 02, 2009) - Rocscience is pleased to announce the release of Settle^3D version 2.0, an upgrade to their popular settlement and consolidation program. Settle^3D is an extremely useful program for calculating settlement and consolidation under foundations, embankments and surface loads. Settle^3D combines the simplicity of one-dimensional analysis with the power and visualization capabilities of more sophisticated three-dimensional programs.

"When we released Settle^3D version 1.0, we knew it wouldn't be long before we had to come up with version 2.0, due to the sheer number of user requests for additional functionality. Well, here it is!! Version 2.0 development was largely guided by user feedback, and we expect the new and improved features to be very useful for a wide range of settlement analysis requirements", says our geophysics specialist, Dr. James Hazzard.

New features include:

Enhanced analytical capabilities

	•	Multi-Layer Stress Calculations - A multi-layer stress solution in which the stresses calculated beneath loads and foundations depend on the stiffness of the underlying material layers.
	•	Rigid Foundations - a rigorous, robust method for simulating rigid foundations.
	•	Empirical methods, such as the Schmertmann method, for calculating settlement on cohesionless soils.
	•	Ability to perform inverse problems such as calculating the height of a preload required to produce a desired settlement or calculating the time required to reach a given degree of consolidation

Improved Report Generator

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Allows users to pick and choose the data they want to see, using an easy-to-use checklist. Properties and analysis results are more intuitively laid out.

Many other features including

	•	collapsible soils
	•	preloads
	•	plotting of new data types
	•	new graphing options
	•	lots of interface improvements

Settle^3D 2.0 can be purchased for $1295 USD directly from Rocscience by visiting our Order page. A free two-week trial version of the complete program can also be obtained by visiting the "Downloads" section of our website.

For further information, please contact:
Evelyn Cunningham
Rocscience Inc.
Phone: 416-698-8217
Email: software@rocscience.com

About Rocscience
Rocscience develops and markets analysis and design programs for civil engineering and mining applications. Rocscience's high quality programs allow engineers to quickly and accurately analyze surface and underground rock and soil structures, improving safety and reducing the cost of design projects. All Rocscience software is backed by free technical support and a 30-day money back guarantee.