scholarly journals Finite Element Study on the Shear Capacity of Traditional Joints between Walls Made of AAC Masonry Units

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (18) ◽  
pp. 4035
Author(s):  
Marcin Kozłowski ◽  
Iwona Galman ◽  
Radosław Jasiński
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Elastic Modulus ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Fracture Energy ◽  
Shear Capacity ◽  
Nonlinear Behaviour ◽  
Structural Behaviour ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Masonry Units

This paper presents the development of a numerical model aimed at the simulation of nonlinear behaviour of traditional joints between walls made of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) masonry units. Nonlinear behaviour and cracking of AAC and mortar were simulated using the concrete damaged plasticity (CDP) model available in the ABAQUS finite element software. The paper also presents and discusses the results of an experimental campaign involving testing six T-shaped, monosymmetric samples with traditional joints between walls loaded in shear. The results were used to validate the numerical model. The validation confirmed that the model is capable of producing accurate results and predicting the structural behaviour with a reasonably good accuracy in elastic and post-elastic stages. Furthermore, a sensitivity study was conducted, in which the variation of elastic modulus, Poisson’s ratio, tensile strength, compression strength and fracture energy of AAC was investigated. Results showed that the variation of elastic modulus, tensile strength and fracture energy is most critical to the structural behaviour of the model, while variation of the remaining parameters has a negligible effect on the results.

scholarly journals Numerical model of the nanoindentation test based on the digital material representation of the Ti/TiN multilayers

2015 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 348-355 ◽  
Author(s):  
Konrad Perzyński ◽  
Radosław Wiatr ◽  
Łukasz Madej
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Cellular Automata ◽  
Pulsed Laser ◽  
Laser Deposition ◽  
Nanoindentation Test ◽  
Cellular Automata Model ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Specific Morphology ◽  
Digital Material

AbstractThe developed numerical model of a local nanoindentation test, based on the digital material representation (DMR) concept, has been presented within the paper. First, an efficient algorithm describing the pulsed laser deposition (PLD) process was proposed to realistically recreate the specific morphology of a nanolayered material in an explicit manner. The nanolayered Ti/TiN composite was selected for the investigation. Details of the developed cellular automata model of the PLD process were presented and discussed. Then, the Ti/TiN DMR was incorporated into the finite element software and numerical model of the nanoindentation test was established. Finally, examples of obtained results presenting capabilities of the proposed approach were highlighted.

scholarly journals Verification of the flexion and shear behavior in masonry panels accordance to ABNT NBR 15961-1 (2011), EN 1996-1-1 (2005) and ACI TMS 530 (2013)

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 673-685
Author(s):  
R. C. MATA ◽  
C. S. RAMOS ◽  
M. L. C. SILVA
Keyword(s):  
Computer Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Design Criteria ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Modelling Procedure ◽  
Increasing Trend ◽  
American Standard ◽  
Compression Level

Abstract This paper presents a numerical analysis of the mechanical behavior of structural masonry panels submitted to horizontal and vertical stresses. To evaluate the design process of these structures, the results obtained by the computer simulations were compared with the results determined by the design criteria of ABNT NBR 15961-1 (2011), ACI TMS 530 (2013) and EN 1996-1-1 (2005). The finite element software DIANA v.9.3 was used to simulate two-dimensional models with the simplified micro modelling procedure. The results obtained by the normative standards were more conservative than the results of the numerical model, as expected. With the increase of the pre-compression level, the computer simulation has demonstrated the increasing trend of the values of resistant forces, besides the change of the way of rupture of the panels. Among the three standards evaluated, the American Standard was the most conservative.

scholarly journals Numerical Modelling and Simulation of the In-Plane Response of a Three-Storey Masonry-Infilled RC Frame Retrofitted with TRM

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-19
Author(s):  
Christiana A. Filippou ◽  
Nicholas C. Kyriakides ◽  
Christis Z. Chrysostomou
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Parametric Study ◽  
Shear Capacity ◽  
Numerical Results ◽  
Rc Frame ◽  
Masonry Infill ◽  
Infilled Frame ◽  
Gap Opening

A numerical study was conducted to investigate the in-plane behavior of a masonry-infilled reinforced concrete (RC) frame retrofitted with textile-reinforced mortar (TRM). A two-dimensional finite element model was developed using DIANA finite element analysis (FEA) software to simulate the 2 : 3 scaled three-storey masonry-infilled RC frame retrofitted with TRM that was studied experimentally in the past. The three-storey structure used in the test was with a nonseismic design and detailing, and was subjected to in-plane displacement-control cyclic loading. The current study evaluates the capabilities of a representative numerical model to simulate the results of the experimental test, and after the calibration of the numerical model sensitivity analysis and parametric study were performed. In order to create an accurate numerical model, suitable constitutive models, based on the smeared crack approach, were used to characterize the nonlinear response of concrete, masonry infill, and TRM. The calibration of the models was based on the experimental results or inverse fitting based on optimizing the simulation of the response. The numerical model proved capable of simulating the in-plane behavior of the retrofitted masonry-infilled RC frame with good accuracy in terms of initial stiffness, and its deterioration, shear capacity, and cracking patterns. The calibrated model was then used to perform sensitivity analysis in order to examine the influence of infill-frame interface properties (tangential and normal stiffness) on the behavior of the retrofitted infilled frame. The numerical results showed that the gap opening is influenced significantly by the stiffness of the interface. In addition, a parametric study was performed in order to evaluate the importance of the full-bond condition between the TRM and the masonry-infilled RC frame. The numerical results indicate that the composite action between the TRM and the masonry-infilled RC frame improves the global stiffness and lateral resistance of the infilled frame, and it reduces the gap opening between the masonry infill and the RC frame.

Thermal Stresses Simulation Analysis of Concrete Box Water Bridge under the Solar Radiation

2011 ◽  
Vol 255-260 ◽  
pp. 952-956
Author(s):  
Jian Ping Sun ◽  
Jian Ping Chen ◽  
Gang Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Thermal Stresses ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Water Bridge ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Steel Bar ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
The Difference

The reasons why the producing of the difference in temperature distributing and thermal stresses of box aqueduct under solar radiation are analyzed. The difference in temperature distributing and thermal stresses are effectively simulated by the finite element software ANSYS.The calculation results indicate that concrete box aqueduct body inter-surface whatever along the longitudinal and transverse will produce considerable thermal stresses under solar radiation, and its value has exceeded the design of concrete tensile strength. Therefore, the thermal stresses under the solar radiation must be considered in the design of box aqueduct body structural. We should appropriately configure temperature reinforcing steel bar.

Behavior of Low, Medium and High Rise Reinforced Concrete Frame with Infill Using ATENA 2D

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 4287-4293
Author(s):  
D. Santhosh ◽  
R. Prabhakara ◽  
M. D. Ragavendra Prasad
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Nonlinear Behavior ◽  
Masonry Wall ◽  
Nonlinear Behaviour ◽  
Rc Frame ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Frame ◽  
Analysis And Design ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Finite Element Software

The Low, Medium and High rise reinforced concrete (RC) buildings are common in all cities in all countries. Unreinforced masonry wall (URW) is commonly used in low, medium and high rise building as a partition wall both in interior and exterior of building. But structural designers are not considered URW in analysis and design of buildings. This URM wall as an infill plays a very important role in structure subjected to lateral load. So it is very essential to know the nonlinear behavior of low, medium and high rise frame with and without infill. To conduct experiment for understanding the nonlinear behaviour of low, medium and high rise RC frame is very expensive and need good sophisticated testing facilities. With the available many finite element softwares, it is easy to create model and to know the performance of structure. So in this study, a finite element software ATENA 2D (2003) were used to conduct nonlinear analysis for capture nonlinear behaviour of low, medium and high rise RC frame with infill and without infill. Load versus displacement graphs, magnitude of principal compressive stresses, magnitude principal tensile stresses, stress contours, and cracks pattern are used to know the performance of low, medium and high rise RC frame with infill.

Parametric analysis and calculation method for bending and shear capacities of innovative composite shear walls

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (7) ◽  
pp. 1046-1058 ◽  
Author(s):  
ZH Chen ◽  
YT Jiang ◽  
XM Zhang ◽  
QY Yang ◽  
WB Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Parametric Analysis ◽  
Shear Wall ◽  
Shear Capacity ◽  
Statistical Regression ◽  
Structural Wall ◽  
Shear Span ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Composite Shear Wall ◽  
Composite Shear

The bundled lipped channel-concrete composite wall is an innovative structural wall. This wall has a series of advantages, such as convenient construction and high bearing capacity. Seven full-scaled specimens were tested and subjected to cyclic lateral loads. ABAQUS, which is a finite-element software, was used to simulate the test process. Hysteretic curves and skeleton curves were obtained. This process proved that the simulation effect of finite element was good. A parametric analysis was conducted on this composite shear wall to determine the effect of the wall under different parameters, such as the axial load ratio, the shear span ratio, and the intensity of steel and concrete. The formula for the bending capacity of normal section was deduced. The failure mode and factors that affect the shear capacity of the composite shear wall at a low shear span ratio were analyzed to obtain the composition of the shear capacity. Based on the superposition theory and statistical regression, the formula for the shear capacity of the inclined section was obtained.

scholarly journals Numerical Investigation of Tool Parameters Influence on the Interlock Forming During Flat Clinching Process

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhiyong Wang ◽  
Shanling Han ◽  
Zhiyong Li ◽  
Yong Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Linear Relationship ◽  
Numerical Investigation ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Blank Holder ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Punch Radius ◽  
Deform 2D ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Tool parameters play a vital role in the mechanical interlock formation during the flat clinching process, to understand the influence of tool parameters on the interlock formation, the finite element software DEFORM-2D was used to build the numerical model of the flat clinching process, and the numerical model was verified by the experiment. The influences of the punch radius, punch fillet radius, and blank holder radius on the interlock formation of the clinched joint were investigated using the numerical model. Then, the relationship between the punch radius and blank holder radius was studied. The results showed that the interlock gradually increases with the increase of the blank holder radius, after that, the interlock begins to decrease. To maximize the interlock, the punch radius and the blank holder radius should be increased simultaneously. It can be concluded that the blank holder radius and the punch radius should keep in a linear relationship when designing the geometric dimensions of the flat clinch tools, which can promote the application of flat clinching process in car body manufacturing.

scholarly journals Numerical modelling of hydraulically bonded mixture with rubber admixture due to applied mechanical loadings

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 095-102
Author(s):  
Daniel Pietras ◽  
Tomasz Sadowski
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Fracture Energy ◽  
Extended Finite Element Method ◽  
Extended Finite Element ◽  
Anticipate Change ◽  
Transmission Zone ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Element Method

In this paper the application of the Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM) to anticipate change of the behaviour of composite with complex internal structure after use of the admixtures was presented. The response to mechanical loadings of bent beams made of hydraulically bonded mixture with rubber admixture was considered. The impact of the rubber granulate on the value of fracture energy was analysed. Moreover, the influence of an interfacial transmission zone quality on the achieved effect was assessed. Calculations were conducted by means of the muli-scale numerical model which was built in ABAQUS finite element method environment. The results derived indicate beneficial effect of rubber granulate on fracture energy of hydraulically bonded mixture.

scholarly journals Structural behaviour of ultra high performance fibre reinforced concrete composite members

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luaay Hussein
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Composite Beams ◽  
Shear Capacity ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Structural Behaviour ◽  
Shear Connectors ◽  
High Performance Fibre

The aging and deterioration of reinforced concrete infrastructures in North America present major technical and economical challenges to infrastructure owners. To effectively address some of the challenges, there is a need to develop innovative and cost-effective systems. The main objective of this research was to develop composite members of ultra-high performance fibre reinforced concrete and normal strength concrete or high strength concrete (UHPFRC-NSC/HSC). In order to achieve this objective, the first phase of this research investigates the structural behaviour of UHPFRC with varying fibre content beams without web reinforcement. Test results indicated that the addition of 1% of steel fibres effectively improves the shear strength of UHPC beams by 77% due to the crack-bridging stress that develops across the crack surface. In the second phase, experimental studies were carried out on UHPFRC-NSC/HSC prisms and beams without stirrups to investigate the flexural and shear capacity of those composite members. Each beam specimen was designed to have the UHPFRC layer in tension and the NSC/HSC layer in compression. Additional varied parameters included fibre volume content, and shear connectors were investigated. Test results showed that the performance of the proposed composite system in terms of the flexural and shear capacity was successfully enhanced. All composite beams failed in shear at a force that is 1.6 to 2.0 times higher than that of the NSC/HSC beam's resistance. Test results showed that the effect of using HSC versus NSC in the composite beam was negligible, and the bond strength between the two concrete material layers (UHPFRC and NSC/HSC) was significantly high that the addition of shear connectors was unnecessary. In the third phase, an analytical and finite element models to predict the ultimate shear capacity of UHPFRC composite beams were proposed and validated with the experimental results. The results of the finite element analysis showed that the size effect in structures made of UHPFRC material has little influence on the shear capacity. Finally a comparison between the finite element model and the analytical model indicated that both models developed in this research are capable of predicting the shear behaviour of UHPFRC and UHPFRC-NSC/HSC beams.

Multiple Crack Detection of Pipes Using PZT-Based Guided Waves

2013 ◽  
Vol 448-453 ◽  
pp. 3702-3708 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shi Yan ◽  
Ji Qi ◽  
Nai Zhi Zhao ◽  
Yang Cheng ◽  
Sheng Wen Jun Qi
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Crack Detection ◽  
Guided Waves ◽  
Arrival Time ◽  
Ultrasonic Guided Waves ◽  
Multiple Crack ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Reflected Signal

This paper focuses on the multiple crack detection of steel pipelines using PZT-based guided waves. Numerical simulations of cracked pipes based on ultrasonic guided-waves are conducted by using the ANSYS finite element software. Based on the analysis of the reflected signal, the arrival time of the crack reflection waves are determined and the crack positions are accurately evaluated by the calculation of the travel time and group velocity of the PZT-based guided waves. The crack parameters are numerically altered to determine how the parameters impact the sensitive degree of the pipe crack damage. To validate the efficiency of the numerical simulation, an experiment of the multiple crack detection for the same parameter pipe with the numerical model is performed in the laboratory, and the results match well with the numerical simulation.

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