Microscopic characteristics of suction anchor under inclined loading in soft clay: A DEM-FDM simulation study

Key Points

• Suction anchor performance is significantly affected by inclined loading conditions, particularly in soft clay.
• Microscopic analysis using a DEM-FDM simulation provided critical insights into anchor behavior under different load scenarios.
• This study employed a numerical simulation to explore the interaction between suction anchors and soft clay with inclined loading conditions.
• Findings suggest important implications for engineering applications, specifically in the design and placement of suction anchors.