Study of Layering Procedures in Finite-Element Analysis of RC Flexural and Torsional Elements

Ramaswamy, Ananth and Barzegar, F and Voyiadjis, GZ (1995) Study of Layering Procedures in Finite-Element Analysis of RC Flexural and Torsional Elements. In: Journal of Structural Engineering, 121 (12). pp. 1773-1783.

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Abstract

A new postcracking formulation for concrete, along with both implicit and explicit layering procedures, is used in the analysis of reinforced-concrete (RC) flexural and torsional elements. The postcracking formulation accounts for tension stiffening in concrete along the rebar directions, compression softening in cracked concrete based on either stresses or strains, and aggregate interlock based on crack-confining normal stresses. Transverse shear stresses computed using the layering procedures are included in material model considerations that permit the development of inclined cracks through the RC cross section. Examples of a beam analyzed by both the layering techniques, a torsional element, and a column-slab connection region analyzed by the implicit layering procedure are presented here. The study highlights the primary advantages and disadvantages of each layering approach, identifying the class of problems where the application of either procedure is more suitable.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	Journal of Structural Engineering
Publisher:	American Society of Civil Engineers
Additional Information:	Copyright of this article belongs to American Society of Civil Engineers.
Department/Centre:	Division of Mechanical Sciences > Civil Engineering
Date Deposited:	26 May 2011 05:32
Last Modified:	26 May 2011 05:32
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/37932

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