Examination of Response of a Skewed Steel Bridge Superstructure During Deck Placement

2003 ◽  
Vol 1845 (1) ◽  
pp. 66-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth K. Norton ◽  
Daniel G. Linzell ◽  
Jeffrey A. Laman
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Analytical Models ◽  
Levels Of Analysis ◽  
Steel Bridge ◽  
Bridge Superstructure ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Skewed Bridge

The response of a 74.45-m (244-ft 0-in.) skewed bridge to the placement of the concrete deck was monitored to compare measured and predicted behavior. This comparison was completed to ( a) determine theoretical deflections and rotations with analytical models for comparison to actual deformations monitored during construction; ( b) compare the results of various levels of analysis to determine the adequacy of the methods; and ( c) examine variations on the concrete placement sequence to determine the most efficient deck placement methods. Two levels of analysis were used to achieve the objectives. Level 1 was a two-dimensional finite element grillage model analyzed with STAAD/Pro. Level 2 was a three-dimensional finite element model analyzed with SAP2000. These studies are discussed and findings are presented.

Finite Element Analysis of Nonuniformity of Tires with Imperfections5

2007 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. M. Jeong ◽  
K. W. Kim ◽  
H. G. Beom ◽  
J. U. Park
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Radial Force ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Force Variation ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Abstract The effects of variations in stiffness and geometry on the nonuniformity of tires are investigated by using the finite element analysis. In order to evaluate tire uniformity, a three-dimensional finite element model of the tire with imperfections is developed. This paper considers how imperfections, such as variations in stiffness or geometry and run-out, contribute to detrimental effects on tire nonuniformity. It is found that the radial force variation of a tire with imperfections depends strongly on the geometrical variations of the tire.

Mechanical Simulation of Knee Movement in Basketball Shooting

2013 ◽  
Vol 336-338 ◽  
pp. 760-763
Author(s):  
Hui Yue
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Cruciate Ligament ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Basketball Player ◽  
Knee Movement ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Anterior Cruciate ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

A short explanation of the finite element method as a powerful tool for mathematical modeling is provided, and an application using constitutive modeling of the behavior of ligaments is introduced. Few possible explanations of the role of water in ligament function are extracted from two dimensional finite element models of a classical ligament. The modeling is extended to a three dimensional finite element model for the human anterior cruciate ligament. Simulation of ligament force in pitching motion of basketball player is studied in this paper.

scholarly journals MODELLING FROM THE PAST: THE LEANING SOUTWEST TOWER OF CAERPHILLY CASTLE 1539-2015

2017 ◽  
Vol IV-2/W2 ◽  
pp. 221-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
O. E. C. Prizeman ◽  
V. Sarhosis ◽  
A. M. D’Alri ◽  
C. J. Whitman ◽  
G. Muratore
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Present Condition ◽  
Long Term Stability ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Caerphilly Castle (1268-70) is the first concentric castle in Britain and the second largest in the UK. The dramatic inclination of its ruinous south west tower has been noted since 1539. Comparing data from historical surveys and a terrestrial laser scan undertaken in 2015, this paper seeks to review evidence for the long-term stability of the tower. Digital documentation and archival research by architects is collated to provide data for structural analysis by engineers. A terrestrial laser scan was used to create a detailed three dimensional finite element model to enable structural analysis of the current shape of the tower made by tetrahedral elements. An automated strategy has been implemented for the transformation of the complex three dimensional point cloud into a three dimensional finite element model. Numerical analysis has been carried out aiming at understanding the main structural weaknesses of the tower in its present condition. Comparisons of four sets of data: 1539, 1830, 1870 and 2015 enabled us to determine change albeit between very different methods of measurement.

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