Analysis of beams with large openings using nonlinear finite element procedure

1987 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 302-307 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. A. Al-Manaseer ◽  
K. W. Nasser
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Beams ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Endochronic Theory ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Procedure ◽  
Nonlinear Plane ◽  
Hardening Curve

The object of this paper was to use a nonlinear plane stress finite element procedure to predict the behaviour of simply supported reinforced concrete beams with a large opening, under mid-span static loading. In the finite element analysis, parabolic isoparametric elements were used in conjunction with the discrete bar formulation. A smeared cracking approach was included and concrete under different states of stress was modelled by using individual models that were incorporated to represent a biaxial state of stress. Reinforcing steel was modelled by using a uniaxial elastoplastic strain-hardening curve. Test results showed that the above approach was found to be satisfactory in predicting the load–deflection curves, crack patterns, and ultimate loads for this type of beam. Key words: beams, cracking, endochronic theory, finite element method, load deflection, nonlinear analysis, openings, reinforced concrete, ultimate load.

Finite Element Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Beams with Exterior FRP Shell

2011 ◽  
Vol 243-249 ◽  
pp. 1461-1465
Author(s):  
Chuan Min Zhang ◽  
Chao He Chen ◽  
Ye Fan Chen
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Concrete Beams ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Beams ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Contact Interface ◽  
Accurate Calculation ◽  
Element Analysis

The paper makes an analysis of the reinforced concrete beams with exterior FRP Shell in Finite Element, and compares it with the test results. The results show that, by means of this model, mechanical properties of reinforced concrete beams with exterior FRP shell can be predicted better. However, the larger the load, the larger deviation between calculated values and test values. Hence, if more accurate calculation is required, issues of contact interface between the reinforced concrete beams and the FRP shell should be taken into consideration.

scholarly journals NONLINEAR FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF NONSEISMICALLY DETAILED INTERIOR RC BEAM-COLUMN CONNECTION UNDER REVERSED CYCLIC LOAD

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 369-386
Author(s):  
Teeraphot Supaviriyakit ◽  
Amorn Pimanmas ◽  
Pennung Warnitchai
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Cyclic Load ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Reversed Cyclic

This paper presents a nonlinear finite element analysis of non-seismically detailed RC beam column connections under reversed cyclic load. The test of half-scale nonductile reinforced concrete beam-column joints was conducted. The tested specimens represented those of the actual mid-rise reinforced concrete frame buildings designed according to the non-seismic provisions of the ACI building code.  The test results show that specimens representing small and medium column tributary area failed in brittle joint shear while specimen representing large column tributary area failed by ductile flexure though no ductile reinforcement details were provided. The nonlinear finite element analysis was applied to simulate the behavior of the specimens. The finite element analysis employs the smeared crack approach for modeling beam, column and joint, and employs the discrete crack approach for modeling the interface between beam and joint face. The nonlinear constitutive models of reinforced concrete elements consist of coupled tension-compression model to model normal force orthogonal and parallel to the crack and shear transfer model to capture the shear sliding mechanism. The FEM shows good comparison with test results in terms of load-displacement relations, hysteretic loops, cracking process and the failure mode of the tested specimens. The finite element analysis clarifies that the joint shear failure was caused by the collapse of principal diagonal concrete strut.  

The Study on Carbon Fiber Reinforced Concrete Beams Based on Finite Element Analysis

2012 ◽  
Vol 430-432 ◽  
pp. 331-336
Author(s):  
Jian Hua Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Carbon Fiber ◽  
Concrete Beams ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Beams ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Carbon Fiber Reinforced

Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) sheets have recently become popular for use as repair or rehabilitation material for deteriorated carbon fiber reinforced concrete structures. Carbon fiber reinforced concrete beams were analyzed by finite element software ANASYS. Through the finite element analysis, the results showed that using bonded CFRP to strengthen R. C. beams can significantly increase their load carrying capacity. However, the beams with prestressed CFRP can withstand larger ultimate loads than beams with bonded CFRP. Using bonded CFRP to strengthen R. C. beams can obviously reduce the ultimate deflection.

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