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Filtering by: Subject Finite element method Remove constraint Subject: Finite element method Decade 2000-2009 Remove constraint Decade: 2000-2009 Degree Field Civil Engineering Remove constraint Degree Field: Civil Engineering

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  • Analysis of moving loads using force-based finite elements

    Creator:
    Kidarsa, Adrian
    Abstract:
    An analysis method for moving loads computes the internal demand history in a structural member at integration points of force-based finite elements as opposed to the end forces of a refined displacement-based finite element mesh. The force-based formulation satisfies strong equilibrium of internal section forces with the element end forces...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    . Such programs are based on the finite element method, for which there are two types of formulations

  • Analysis of conventionally reinforced concrete deck girder bridges for shear

    Creator:
    Potisuk, Tanarat
    Abstract:
    Large numbers of 1950's vintage conventionally reinforced concrete (CRC) bridges remain in-service in the national bridge inventory. Many of these bridges are lightly reinforced for shear. Evaluation of these bridges to prevent unnecessary and costly repairs requires refined analytical techniques. This dissertation presents finite element (FE) modeling and comparisons of...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    bridges. The finite element method has been employed here to determine distribution of internal actions

  • Nonlinear finite element analysis of reinforced concrete structures strengthened with FRP laminates

    Creator:
    Chansawat, Kasidit
    Abstract:
    The Horsetail Creek (HC) bridge is an example of an Oregon bridge that was classified as structurally deficient and was not designed to withstand earthquake (EQ) excitations. A fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) rehabilitation was performed on the HC bridge to increase flexural and shear capacities for traffic loads. However, a seismic...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation