Rock Engineering
Stereonet Plotter & Analyzer
Plot planes and poles on a lower hemisphere equal-area (Schmidt) stereonet for structural geology and rock mechanics kinematic analysis.
Stereonet Plotter & Analyzer
Plot planes and poles on a lower hemisphere equal-area (Schmidt) stereonet for structural geology and rock mechanics kinematic analysis.
Inputs
Plot Settings
Planar Data
| Label | Dip (°) | Dip Dir. (°) | Pole | Plane | Color | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No data points. Add a plane to get started. | ||||||
Results
Add discontinuity planes above, or click a Demo preset, to plot them on the stereonet.
About this calculator
This free stereonet plotter calculator runs entirely in your browser: what you enter is never uploaded. Use the calculation steps and the theory section to check the working, and print a calculation sheet with the inputs, results and formulae for your records.
Methods and references: ISRM.
Topics: stereonet, rock mechanics, structural geology, schmidt net, equal area, wulff net, dip, dip direction, poles, kinematic.
Engineering notice: Results are for preliminary estimation, screening and education. All inputs and outputs must be independently verified by a qualified professional engineer before use in any design or construction decision. Read the full disclaimer
Disclaimer
This calculation sheet was generated with Geotechnical Toolbox for preliminary estimation, screening, educational and verification purposes only. Geotechnical engineering involves site-specific ground conditions and uncertainty. All inputs, methods, results and figures must be independently checked and approved by a qualified Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / PE) before being relied on for design, construction or any safety-critical decision. Results reflect the values entered at the time of printing. The author and site accept no liability for errors, omissions or damages arising from their use.
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