An Assessment of Modelling Techniques for the Finite Element Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Plate and Shell Structures.

Abstract

Currently employed modelling techniques used in the analysis of reinforced concrete plate and shell structures are assessed. Methodologies exhibiting shortcomings are identified. Particular attention is focused on strain softening, solution algorithms, reinforcement, and invariances. Recommendations concerning future work are made. Keywords: Finite elements, Reinforced concrete, Plates, Shells, Strain softening.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA192263

Entities

People

  • Thomas J. Hughes

Organizations

  • Stanford University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Applied Mechanics
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Programs
  • Constitutive Equations
  • Engineering
  • Equations
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Invariance
  • Materials
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Stiffening
  • Stiffness
  • Three Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

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  • Structural Dynamics.
  • Theoretical Analysis.