Advanced Computation Dynamics Simulation of Protective Structures Research

Abstract

This report presents the results of an investigation involving finite element simulation of partially grouted concrete masonry walls subjected to blast loading and the development of an engineering design equation to address the potential for breaching between grouted cells. Tests performed by the Air Force Research Laboratory were used to verify finite element modeling approach. Input parameter studies were carried out to understand the mechanisms and causes of the breaching shear in concrete masonry walls. Based upon the mechanism findings, a design shear equation was formulated, and a maximum pressure for partially grouted construction was defined.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA587116

Entities

People

  • Daniel G. Brannon
  • James S. Davidson

Organizations

  • Universal Technology Corporation (United States)

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Blast
  • Construction
  • Department Of Defense
  • Explosions
  • Explosives
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Governments
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Three Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.
  • Structural Dynamics.