scholarly journals A Modified Elastic Foundation Beam Method for Analyzing Lateral Wall Deformation in Excavations with Cross Wall

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Bo Li ◽  
Guihe Wang ◽  
Cangqin Jia ◽  
Jun Ren ◽  
Gaofeng Lu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Elastic Foundation ◽  
Lateral Wall ◽  
Accurate Method ◽  
Strain Ratio ◽  
Cross Wall ◽  
Winkler Foundation ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Wall Deformation

Cross walls have been used as alternative auxiliary measures to protect buildings in some areas of Asia. Realizing the inadequacy of the classical Winkler foundation to predict the deflection of the diaphragm wall with cross wall, a modified Winkler foundation of the finite element method (MEFB) was formulated in this paper. Then, the MEFB method was verified through two excavation cases and applied in a new well-documented excavation history. Results showed that the wall deflection by the proposed method was line with the 3D numerical analysis and field observations but smaller than that of classical Winkler’s elastic foundation (EFB) method. The maximum deformation calculated by the MEFB method was predicted to have a reduction of 40∼60% compared to those of the EFB method. Meanwhile, the wall deformation was minimum at the location of cross walls and reaches the maximum value at the midline between two cross walls. Besides, the plane strain ratio PSR d based on the MEFB method was defined to study the interval L , the embedded depth, and arrangement of cross walls. The results indicated the MEFB method was used successfully as a more accurate method than Winkler foundation and is simpler than 3D numerical analysis method for the engineering design of the diaphragm-cross wall system during excavation.

scholarly journals Numerical Evaluation of Structural Safety of Linear Actuator for Flap Control of Aircraft Based on Airworthiness Standard

Aerospace ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 104
Author(s):  
Dong-Hyeop Kim ◽  
Young-Cheol Kim ◽  
Sang-Woo Kim
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Analytical Method ◽  
Safety Evaluation ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Structural Safety ◽  
Linear Actuator ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Margin Of Safety ◽  
Verification Methodology ◽  
The Given

Airworthiness standards of Korea recommend verifying structural safety by experimental tests and analytical methods, owing to the development of analysis technology. In this study, we propose a methodology to verify the structural safety of aircraft components based on airworthiness requirements using an analytical method. The structural safety and fatigue integrity of a linear actuator for flap control of aircraft was evaluated through numerical analysis. The static and fatigue analyses for the given loads obtained from the multibody dynamics analysis were performed using the finite element method. Subsequently, the margin of safety and vulnerable area were acquired and the feasibility of the structural safety evaluation using the analytical method was confirmed. The proposed numerical analysis method in this study can be adopted as an analytical verification methodology for the airworthiness standards of civilian aircraft in Korea.

NUMERICAL ANALYSIS OF THE FINITE ELEMENT METHOD APPLIED TO THE BOLTZMANN-POISSON SYSTEM

1995 ◽  
Vol 05 (03) ◽  
pp. 351-365 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. SHUTYAEV ◽  
O. TRUFANOV
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Semiconductor Device ◽  
Initial Boundary ◽  
Initial Boundary Value Problem ◽  
Poisson System ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Initial Boundary Value ◽  
Element Method

This paper is concerned with the numerical analysis of the mathematical model for a semiconductor device with the use of the Boltzmann equation. A mixed initial-boundary value problem for nonstationary Boltzmann-Poisson system in the case of one spatial variable is considered. A numerical algorithm for solving this problem is constructed and justified. The algorithm is based on an iterative process and the finite element method. A numerical example is presented.

Numerical Analysis of Kinetic Energy Projectile Sabot Structure Influencing the Armour Penetration Depth. Part I - Projectile Basic Option

2021 ◽  
Vol 155 (4) ◽  
pp. 23-48
Author(s):  
Tomasz Błaszczak ◽  
Mariusz Magier
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Kinetic Energy ◽  
Penetration Depth ◽  
Simulation Environment ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Development Trends ◽  
Terminal Ballistics ◽  
Potential Development

A numerical analysis over influence of kinetic energy projectile sabot structure on the armour depth penetration is presented in the paper. The analysis has identified an influence of sabot different materials into projectile combat performance, and some areas of sabot structure where its shape can be optimised. The finite element method in Solidworks Simulation environment was used in analysis. Due to it the dynamical loads of the sabot at the time of firing could be investi-gated. The influence of sabot different materials and projectile geometry modifications on the strength of penetrator sabot joining was studied. A pattern of dynamical loads for the penetrator sabot joining was simulated and visualised. For selected options of the structure the calculations were performed over the terminal ballistics. It allowed an identification of potential development trends for this brand of ammunition.

scholarly journals NUMERICAL ANALYSIS OF CORRUGATED STEEL PLATE BRIDGE WITH REINFORCED CONCRETE RELIEVING SLAB

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 585-596 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damian BEBEN ◽  
Adam STRYCZEK
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Steel Plate ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Bridge Engineering ◽  
Steel Plates ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
Rc Slab

The paper presents a numerical analysis of corrugated steel plate (CSP) bridge with reinforced concrete (RC) relieving slab under static loads. Calculations were made based on the finite element method using Abaqus software. Two computation models were used; in the first one, RC slab was used, and the other was without it. The effect of RC slab to deformations of CSP shell was determined. Comparing the computational results from two numerical models, it can be concluded that when the relieving slab is applied, substantial reductions in displacements, stresses, bending mo­ments and axial thrusts are achieved. Relative reductions of displacements were in the range of 53–66%, and stresses of 73–82%. Maximum displacements and bending moments were obtained at the shell crown, and maximum stresses and axial thrusts at the quarter points. The calculation results were also compared to the values from experimental tests. The course of computed displacements and stresses is similar to those obtained from experimental tests, although the absolute values were generally higher than the measured ones. Results of numerical analyses can be useful for bridge engineering, with particular regard to bridges and culverts made from corrugated steel plates for the range of necessity of using additional relieving elements.

NUMERICAL AND PHYSICAL MODELLING OF KAOLIN AS BACKFILL MATERIAL FOR POLYMER CONCRETE RETAINING WALL

2015 ◽  
Vol 76 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Arefnia ◽  
Khairul Anuar Kassim ◽  
Houman Sohaei ◽  
Kamarudin Ahmad ◽  
Ahmad Safuan A Rashid
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Retaining Wall ◽  
Laboratory Data ◽  
Physical Modelling ◽  
Horizontal Displacement ◽  
Polymer Concrete ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Backfill Material

 The failure mechanism of backfill material for retaining wall was studied by performing a numerical analysis using the finite element method. Kaolin is used as backfill material and retaining wall is constructed by Polymer Concrete. The laboratory data of an instrumented cantilever retaining wall are reexamined to confirm an experimental working hypothesis. The obtained laboratory data are the backfill settlement and horizontal displacement of the wall. The observed response demonstrates the backfill settlement and displacement of the retaining wall from the start to completion of loading. In conclusion, numerical modelling results based on computer programming by ABAQUS confirms the experimental results of the physical modelling.  

scholarly journals Calculation of composite elements of slabs in buildings, structures and fragments of spans of bridges

2018 ◽  
Vol 230 ◽  
pp. 02007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanislav Fomin ◽  
Yuriy Izbash ◽  
Serhii Butenko ◽  
Maryna Iakymenko ◽  
Karina Spirande
Keyword(s):  
Bearing Capacity ◽  
High Temperatures ◽  
Composite Structures ◽  
Strain Ratio ◽  
Strain Diagram ◽  
Stress Strain ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Two Stages ◽  
The Mathematical Model

The calculation consists of two stages. The first one begins with the definition of their class, bearing capacity at temperature of 20 °C, according to EN 1992-1-1. At the second stage, the calculation at high temperatures shall be carried out in accordance with Eurocode 4 part 1-2. Comparison of the “stress-strain” diagram of concrete of class 30 under compression and temperature of 20 °C in two formulas showed their difference. That is, the designers do not have the opportunity to continue the calculation of diagrams at different heating temperatures. There was a need to improve the mathematical model of the “stress-strain” ratio of concrete high temperatures, clarification of the criteria of the bearing capacity of concrete in calculation of the fire resistance of composite structures in EN 1994-1-2:2005. In this paper, the method of determination of εcu1,θ developed has allowed, based on the energy approach, to formulate the corrected dependence of the limit deformation on temperature, dependence of the maximum deformation on temperature, and the value of the parameters of the “stress-strain” diagram. According to these data, using the formulas of the first stage, the “stress-strain” diagrams of the concrete of class 30 are calculated at the compression and heating according to EN 1992-1-2:2004.

scholarly journals Numerical Investigation on the Sieving Performance of Elliptical Vibrating Screen

Processes ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 1151
Author(s):  
Zhiquan Chen ◽  
Xin Tong ◽  
Zhanfu Li
Keyword(s):  
Major Axis ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Semi Major Axis ◽  
Vibration Direction ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Vibrating Screen ◽  
Performance Indexes ◽  
Screening Efficiency ◽  
Axis Length ◽  
Element Method

Screening techniques have been widely deployed in industrial production for the size-separation of granular materials such as coal. The elliptical vibrating screen has been regarded as an excellent screening apparatus in terms of its high screening efficiency and large processing capacity. However, its fundamental mechanisms and operational principles remain poorly understood. In this paper, the sieving process of an elliptical vibrating screen was numerically simulated based on the discrete element method (DEM), and an approach coupling the DEM and the finite element method (DEM–FEM) was introduced to further explore the collision impact of materials on the screen deck. The screening time, screening efficiency, maximum stress and maximum deformation were examined for the evaluation of sieving performance. The effects of six parameters—length of the semi-major axis, length ratio between two semi-axes, vibration frequency, inclination angle, vibration direction angle and vibration direction—on different sieving results were systematically investigated in univariate and multivariate experiments. Additionally, the relationships among the four performance indexes were discussed and the relational functions were obtained. The conclusions and methodologies presented in this work could be of great significance for the design and improvement of elliptical vibrating screens.

scholarly journals Numerical Analysis on the Performance of the Underwater Excavation

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Bo Li ◽  
Cangqin Jia ◽  
Guihe Wang ◽  
Jun Ren ◽  
Gaofeng Lu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Retaining Wall ◽  
Lateral Wall ◽  
Surface Settlement ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Deep Foundation ◽  
Foundation Pit ◽  
Wall Deflection ◽  
Total Settlement

Based on the Yongdingmen Station of Beijing Metro, the underwater excavation method for deep foundation pit was introduced. This study constructed a numerical analysis model to analyze the performance of surface settlement and lateral wall deflection in the process of underwater excavation. Results showed that this method was better to control the surface settlement and lateral wall deflection compared with other dewatering excavations. In detail, most of the surface settlement was caused during the dry excavation stage and dewatering excavation stage while the deflection caused by underwater excavation only accounted for about 10% of the total settlement. Besides, the maximum settlement occurred 0.25∼0.5 H e behind the retaining wall and the value was 0.04% H e . Similar to the result of the surface settlement, most of the lateral wall deflection had been completed before the underwater excavation, which only caused about 7% of the total deflection. The maximum wall deflection and its location were approximately 0.06% H e and 0.5 H e , respectively. Moreover, a series of 3D numerical analyses were studied on the design parameters of the underwater excavation method. This study can be used as a reference for general performance and structural design of foundation pits with underwater excavation.

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