scholarly journals Performance of composite connections strengthened with CFRP laminate

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahyar Ramezani

A three-dimensional non-linear finite element model is developed to predict the moment-rotational response of partial depth endplate composite connections strengthened with external Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) laminates. A parametric study is then performed to evaluate the influence of length, width and thickness of CFRP laminates on the composite connection performance. In addition, the feasibility of decreasing the reinforcement bar ratios in the presence of the CFRP laminate is investigated. The numerical analysis reveals that the flexural resistance of the retrofitted CFRP strengthened composite connection increases by up to around 20% and the rotation capacity decreases by approximately 60%. Also, the results indicate that applying CFRP laminate to the tension face of the composite slab can reduce the amount of rebar needed for the bending capacity of steel-concrete composite beam-to-column connections.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahyar Ramezani

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) materials are being widely used for structural applications. Despite the relatively high cost of the CFRP materials, their high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance as well as easy handling and installation have made them widely popular for different civil engineering applications where increased strength and/or ductility is important. This thesis investigates the moment-rotational response of an endplate composite connection including strengthening of the slab by using different sizes and thickness of CFRP sheets in hogging moment regions and different reinforcement bar ratios by using finite element simulations. A three dimensional non-linear model is developed in ANSYS to study the feasibility of decreasing the reinforcing bars in the presence of the CFRP laminate in hogging moment regions of the slab. The verification of the analysis is carried out to calibrate the un-strengthened model by available experimental results obtained from a series of composite connection tests as reported by other researchers. The moment resistance for the partial depth endplate composite connection obtained by ANSYS 12.1 software is found to be very close to the corresponding laboratory test value. From the results it can be observed that applying CFRP sheets to the tension face of composite slab can reduce the amount of steel reinforcement bars required for flexural strength of composite connections.


2012 ◽  
Vol 562-564 ◽  
pp. 1373-1376
Author(s):  
Shi Min Xu ◽  
Hua Gui Huang ◽  
Deng Yue Sun

A new manufacturing method of spiral hot bending process for the end sheet of tubular pile was introduced in this paper. A three-dimensional (3-D) thermal-mechanical coupled elastic-plasticity finite element model was setup to simulate the hot bending process, and then, the section deformation mechanism from hot bar by rolling to the end sheet has been investigated from the simulation results. The industry manufacture conditions show that the efficiency and quality has been highly improved by the spiral hot bending process. The thickness variety along the radial direction of the workpiece has also been analyzed, the moment and force during the hot bending was also presented in this paper. These conclusions obtained can guide for the forming technology making for both the end sheet of tubular pile and other ring parts.


2013 ◽  
Vol 368-370 ◽  
pp. 2021-2026
Author(s):  
Xin Le Li ◽  
Hui Juan Dou

Based on Yunnan minority traditional structure, some structural design characteristics are summarized. The three-dimensional finite element model (FEM) of Yi minority dwelling is built.By studying the dynamic characteristics and earthquake responses of Yi minority dwelling,natural frequencies and periods,acceleration dynamic response curve and displacement dynamic response curve are obtained.The equations are applied to calculate the moment resisting capacity of Yi minority dwelling.Depending on the results,the flexible seismic advantages of timber structure for minority structure are verified under the design defense intensity.


1987 ◽  
Vol 109 (3) ◽  
pp. 297-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. J. Tabone ◽  
R. H. Mallett

A finite element model of a nozzle in a cylindrical shell is analyzed for three cases; pressure, out-of-plane moment and combined pressure plus out-of-plane moment. The model uses three-dimensional finite elements and the analysis considers inelastic behavior at small displacements. Load versus displacement behavior is given for the three cases. Estimates of limit loads are obtained based upon extrapolation of load versus inverse displacement data curves. An interaction expression is used to show the effect of the combined loading for a case in which an internal pressure reduces the moment capability of the nozzle by 35 percent.


2013 ◽  
Vol 716 ◽  
pp. 569-574
Author(s):  
Jong Wan Hu ◽  
Ga Lam Choi

An unintended consequence is that some freedom in the introduction of innovative composite connections has been removed. The innovative aspects of this connection are in the use of partial restraint connections between steel beams and concrete-filled tube columns that utilize a combination of low-carbon steel and shape memory alloy components. A refined finite element model with sophisticated three dimensional solid elements was developed to conduct numerical experiments on the proposed joints to obtain the global behavior of the connection and develop simplified models. The paper argues that careful analytical studies can replace the requirement for physical testing present in current steel codes.


1996 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 339-348 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. M. V. Pidaparti

Abstract A three-dimensional (3D) beam finite element model was developed to investigate the torsional stiffness of a twisted steel-reinforced cord-rubber belt structure. The present 3D beam element takes into account the coupled extension, bending, and twisting deformations characteristic of the complex behavior of cord-rubber composite structures. The extension-twisting coupling due to the twisted nature of the cords was also considered in the finite element model. The results of torsional stiffness obtained from the finite element analysis for twisted cords and the two-ply steel cord-rubber belt structure are compared to the experimental data and other alternate solutions available in the literature. The effects of cord orientation, anisotropy, and rubber core surrounding the twisted cords on the torsional stiffness properties are presented and discussed.


2007 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 226-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. M. Jeong ◽  
K. W. Kim ◽  
H. G. Beom ◽  
J. U. Park

Abstract The effects of variations in stiffness and geometry on the nonuniformity of tires are investigated by using the finite element analysis. In order to evaluate tire uniformity, a three-dimensional finite element model of the tire with imperfections is developed. This paper considers how imperfections, such as variations in stiffness or geometry and run-out, contribute to detrimental effects on tire nonuniformity. It is found that the radial force variation of a tire with imperfections depends strongly on the geometrical variations of the tire.


Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 1152
Author(s):  
Rafał Nowak ◽  
Anna Olejnik ◽  
Hanna Gerber ◽  
Roman Frątczak ◽  
Ewa Zawiślak

The aim of this study was to compare the reduced stresses according to Huber’s hypothesis and the displacement pattern in the region of the facial skeleton using a tooth- or bone-borne appliance in surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME). In the current literature, the lack of updated reports about biomechanical effects in bone-borne appliances used in SARME is noticeable. Finite element analysis (FEA) was used for this study. Six facial skeleton models were created, five with various variants of osteotomy and one without osteotomy. Two different appliances for maxillary expansion were used for each model. The three-dimensional (3D) model of the facial skeleton was created on the basis of spiral computed tomography (CT) scans of a 32-year-old patient with maxillary constriction. The finite element model was built using ANSYS 15.0 software, in which the computations were carried out. Stress distributions and displacement values along the 3D axes were found for each osteotomy variant with the expansion of the tooth- and the bone-borne devices at a level of 0.5 mm. The investigation showed that in the case of a full osteotomy of the maxilla, as described by Bell and Epker in 1976, the method of fixing the appliance for maxillary expansion had no impact on the distribution of the reduced stresses according to Huber’s hypothesis in the facial skeleton. In the case of the bone-borne appliance, the load on the teeth, which may lead to periodontal and orthodontic complications, was eliminated. In the case of a full osteotomy of the maxilla, displacements in the buccolingual direction for all the variables of the bone-borne appliance were slightly bigger than for the tooth-borne appliance.


2021 ◽  
Vol 104 (1) ◽  
pp. 003685042098705
Author(s):  
Xinran Wang ◽  
Yangli Zhu ◽  
Wen Li ◽  
Dongxu Hu ◽  
Xuehui Zhang ◽  
...  

This paper focuses on the effects of the off-design operation of CAES on the dynamic characteristics of the triple-gear-rotor system. A finite element model of the system is set up with unbalanced excitations, torque load excitations, and backlash which lead to variations of tooth contact status. An experiment is carried out to verify the accuracy of the mathematical model. The results show that when the system is subjected to large-scale torque load lifting at a high rotating speed, it has two stages of relatively strong periodicity when the torque load is light, and of chaotic when the torque load is heavy, with the transition between the two states being relatively quick and violent. The analysis of the three-dimensional acceleration spectrum and the meshing force shows that the variation in the meshing state and the fluctuation of the meshing force is the basic reasons for the variation in the system response with the torque load. In addition, the three rotors in the triple-gear-rotor system studied show a strong similarity in the meshing states and meshing force fluctuations, which result in the similarity in the dynamic responses of the three rotors.


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