F. Zarate, E. Oñate
This paper presents the basic concepts and application of the strategy that combines finite element methods (FEM) and discrete elements (DEM)for the study of the propagation of fractures in concrete structures. The calculation of the structure, modeled as a continuum, begins with the FEMand the DEM is used to start and grow the cracks that may appear in the structure. This methodology has been proposed by the authors in two andthree dimensions. Recently, the use of one-dimensional steel elements embedded in the continuum has been added to model the reinforcement inconcrete structures. The work presents different examples of application to the study of the breakage of parts and structures of concrete in massand armed, as well as the multiple breakage of a historic structure of masonry due to an earthquake.
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Published on 01/01/2018
DOI: 10.1016/j.hya.2018.05.002Licence: CC BY-NC-SA license
Times cited: 1Views 72Recommendations 0