Numerical simulation of mid-rise concrete shear walls reinforced with GFRP bars subjected to lateral displacement reversals

2014 ◽  
Vol 73 ◽  
pp. 62-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nayera Mohamed ◽  
Ahmed Sabry Farghaly ◽  
Brahim Benmokrane ◽  
Kenneth W. Neale
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Gfrp Bars ◽  
Displacement Reversals

Study on Seismic Behavior of the L-Shape Steel Reinforced Concrete Short-Pier Shear Wall with Different Concrete Strength

2013 ◽  
Vol 353-356 ◽  
pp. 1990-1999
Author(s):  
Yi Sheng Su ◽  
Er Cong Meng ◽  
Zu Lin Xiao ◽  
Yun Dong Pi ◽  
Yi Bin Yang
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Seismic Performance ◽  
Seismic Behavior ◽  
Concrete Strength ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Shear Wall ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Steel Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Shrinkage Effect

In order to discuss the effect of different concrete strength on the seismic behavior of the L-shape steel reinforced concrete (SRC) short-pier shear wall , this article analyze three L-shape steel reinforced concrete short-pier shear walls of different concrete strength with the numerical simulation software ABAQUS, revealing the effects of concrete strength on the walls seismic behavior. The results of the study show that the concrete strength obviously influence the seismic performance. With the concrete strength grade rise, the bearing capacity of the shear wall becomes large, the ductility becomes low, the pinch shrinkage effect of the hysteresis loop becomes more obvious.

scholarly journals Study on the Efficiency and Dynamic Characteristics of an Energy Harvester Based on Flexible Structure Galloping

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (20) ◽  
pp. 6548
Author(s):  
Peng Liao ◽  
Jiyang Fu ◽  
Wenyong Ma ◽  
Yuan Cai ◽  
Yuncheng He
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Wind Speed ◽  
Physical Model ◽  
Energy Harvester ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Maximum Output Power ◽  
Flexible Structure ◽  
Maximum Output ◽  
Cfd Numerical Simulation

According to the engineering phenomenon of the galloping of ice-coated transmission lines at certain wind speeds, this paper proposes a novel type of energy harvester based on the galloping of a flexible structure. It uses the tension generated by the galloping structure to cause periodic strain on the piezoelectric cantilever beam, which is highly efficient for converting wind energy into electricity. On this basis, a physical model of fluid–structure interaction is established, and the Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equation and SST K -ω turbulent model based on ANSYS Fluent are used to carry out a two-dimensional steady computational fluid dynamics (CFD) numerical simulation. First, the CFD technology under different grid densities and time steps is verified. CFD numerical simulation technology is used to simulate the physical model of the energy harvester, and the effect of wind speed on the lateral displacement and aerodynamic force of the flexible structure is analyzed. In addition, this paper also carries out a parameterized study on the influence of the harvester’s behavior, through the wind tunnel test, focusing on the voltage and electric power output efficiency. The harvester has a maximum output power of 119.7 μW/mm3 at the optimal resistance value of 200 KΩ at a wind speed of 10 m/s. The research results provide certain guidance for the design of a high-efficiency harvester with a square aerodynamic shape and a flexible bluff body.

scholarly journals Experimental Comparison Study on Cyclic Behavior of Coupled Shear Walls with Two-Level-Yielding Steel Coupling Beam and RC Coupling Beam

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guoqiang LI ◽  
Mengde PANG ◽  
Feifei Sun ◽  
Liulian LI ◽  
Jianyun SUN
Keyword(s):  
Energy Dissipation ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Shear Wall ◽  
Cyclic Behavior ◽  
Experimental Comparison ◽  
Coupling Beam ◽  
Coupling Beams ◽  
Coupled Shear Wall ◽  
Steel Coupling Beam

Coupled shear walls are widely used in high rise buildings, since they can not only provide efficient lateral stiffness but also behave outstanding energy dissipation ability especially for earthquake-resistance. Traditionally, the coupling beams are made of reinforced concrete, which are prone to shear failure due to low aspect ratio and greatly reduce the efficiency and ability of energy dissipation.  For overcoming the shortcoming of concrete reinforced coupling beams (RCB), an innovative steel coupling beams called two-level-yielding steel coupling beam (TYSCB) is invented to balance the demand of stiffness and energy dissipation for coupled shear walls. TYSCBs are made of two parallel steel beams with yielding at two different levels.  To verify and investigate the aseismic behaviour improvement of TYSCB-coupled shear walls, two 1/3 scale, 10-storey coupled shear wall specimens with TYSCB and RCB were tested under both gravity and lateral displacement reversals. These two specimens were designed with the same bearing capacity, thus to be easier to compare. The experimental TYSCB specimen demonstrated more robust cyclic performance. Both specimens reached 1% lateral drift, however, the TYSCB-coupled shear wall showed minimal strength degradation. Additionally, a larger amount of energy was dissipated during each test of the TYSCB specimen, compared with the RCB specimen. Based on the experimental results, design recommendations are provided.

scholarly journals Analisis Pengaruh Lokasi Dinding Geser Terhadap Pergeseran Lateral Bangunan Bertingkat Beton Bertulang 5 Lantai

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
Leonardus Setia Budi Wibowo ◽  
Dermawan Zebua
Keyword(s):  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Seismic Loading ◽  
Shear Wall ◽  
Structural System ◽  
Earthquake Force ◽  
Earthquake Resistant ◽  
Story Drift ◽  
Frame System ◽  
Rc Shear Wall

Indonesia is one of the countries in the earthquake region. Therefore, it is necessary to build earthquake-resistant buildings to reduce the risk of material and life losses. Reinforced Concrete (RC) shear walls is one of effective structure element to resist earthquake forces. Applying RC shear wall can effectively reduce the displacement and story-drift of the structure. This research aims to study the effect of shear wall location in symmetric medium-rise building due to seismic loading. The symmetric medium rise-building is analyzed for earthquake force by considering two types of structural system. i.e. Frame system and Dual system. First model is open frame structural system and other three models are dual type structural system. The frame with shear walls at core and centrally placed at exterior frames showed significant reduction more than 80% lateral displacement at the top of structure.

Numerical simulation of structural growth in the Lebanese restraining bends, Dead Sea fault system

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jakub Fedorik ◽  
Francesco E. Maesano ◽  
Abdulkader M. Alafifi
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Dead Sea ◽  
Geometrical Model ◽  
Experimental Models ◽  
Strike Slip ◽  
Boundary Element Methods ◽  
Fault System ◽  
Arabian Plate ◽  
Restraining Bend

<p>Strike-slip structures are rarely validated because commonly used 2D restoration techniques are not applicable. Here we present the results of 3D numerical simulation of the restraining bends in Lebanon using boundary element methods of fault deformation implemented in MOVE™. The Lebanon restraining bend is the largest transpressional feature along the Dead Sea Transform (DST), and consists of two mountain ranges: Mount Lebanon on the west, dominated by the active Yammouneh fault, and the Anti-Lebanon Range to the east, influenced by the Serghaya and other faults. We built a new 3D geometrical model of the fault surfaces based on previous mapping of faults onshore and offshore Lebanon, complemented by interpretation of satellite images and DEM, and analogy with experimental models of restraining bend or transpressional structures. The model was simulated in response to the regional stress produced by the left-lateral displacement of the Arabian plate. The simulation accurately predicted the shape and magnitude of positive and negative topographic changes and faults slip directions throughout Lebanon. Furthermore, this simulation supports the hypothesis that the formation of the Anti-Lebanon Range was influenced by the intersection of the DST with the older Palmyrides belt, resulting in failed restraining bend. In contrast, the structure of Mt. Lebanon is similar to laboratory experiments of a restraining bend without inheritance. In addition, our simulation presents an approach of how strike-slip structural models may be validated in areas where subsurface data are limited.</p>

Analysis of Effective Location of Shear Wall for High Rise Building with U – Configuration

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 167-176
Author(s):  
Sekar Mentari ◽  
Rosi Nursani
Keyword(s):  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Center Of Mass ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Shear Wall ◽  
Rotational Axis ◽  
Moment Frame ◽  
Earthquake Loads ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Live Loads ◽  
Special Moment Frame

Indonesia is one of the countries that is prone to earthquakes. In addition to the dead loads, superimposed dead loads, and live loads, the design of buildings in Indonesia must be concerned with earthquake loads. Installing shear walls in the building structure as the Special Moment Frame Dual System is one of a solution to withstand earthquake loads. However, the location of shear walls must be considered, especially in buildings with horizontal irregularities. This study aims to determine the optimum location of the shear walls in a 10-storey building that has U-configuration with dynamic earthquake loads. This research is a numerical simulation ran by modelling the structure with software. To know the effect of the shear wall’s location on a building, several variations of the shear wall configuration with different positions have been conducted. It can be seen the lateral displacement of each floor and the shear force are the response structure to withstand the dynamic earthquake loads. Shear walls that are located close to the center of mass of the building are the optimum variation because the position of the shear wall is the closest to the core area of the building, which is the rotational axis of the building.

Theoretical Study on Steel Reinforced Concrete Hybrid Walls with Centered and Staggered Openings

2018 ◽  
Vol 763 ◽  
pp. 812-817
Author(s):  
Daniel Dan ◽  
Sorin Codrut Florut ◽  
Viorel Todea ◽  
Valeriu Stoian
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Nonlinear Behavior ◽  
Shear Walls ◽  
Maximum Load ◽  
Experimental Program ◽  
Steel Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Hybrid Walls

Buildings placed in seismic areas are designed to simultaneously ensure strength, ductility and stiffness during earthquakes. In most cases the lateral resisting system is composed by shear walls. Lately for mid and high rise buildings the solution to use steel reinforced concrete shear walls, called hybrid walls, has been used. In most cases, the shear walls provided to limit the lateral displacement of the buildings, need to have openings due to architectural requirements. The existing theoretical and experimental studies presented in the literature refer to the behavior of solid/plain walls and a lack of information was identified for hybrid walls with openings. A theoretical and experimental program was developed at Politehnica University Timisoara, Romania with the aim to study the behavior of hybrid walls with centered and staggered openings. The current paper presents the results of nonlinear finite element analyses using ATENA package performed in order to assess the structural capabilities of the proposed experimental specimens with openings. Using the results obtained in one previous experimental program, consisting in tests on 1:3 scale steel-concrete composite elements, the paper presents a comparative study regarding the behavior of hybrid walls with openings versus solid walls. The study is focused on nonlinear behavior of elements with key parameters being evaluated, i.e. maximum load, deformation capacity and stiffens degradation.

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