ABSTRACT
The development of geological processes on the slopes is a consequence of changes in the stress state of rock masses. This work presents a study of stress redistribution in heterogeneous rock masses within slopes. As an example, a high (up to 1,5 km) slope of the Greater Caucasus Range has been taken. To solve the problem a numerical simulation was used. Redistribution of stresses was studied in static and dynamic settings. Distribution of stability factor in the rocks of the northern slope of Aibga ridge was solved using variation-difference method. Comparing the obtained values of stresses and strength characteristics of rocks, an assessment of the slope stability was carried out.
