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CRACK ANALYSIS IN STRUCTURAL CONCRETE
Crack Analysis in Structural Concrete
Theory and Applications
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By
Zihai Shi, Senior Researcher, Nippon Koei Co., Ltd

Description
This new book on the fracture mechanics of concrete focuses on the latest developments in computational theories, and how to apply those theories to solve real engineering problems. Zihai Shi uses his extensive research experience to present detailed examination of multiple-crack analysis and mixed-mode fracture. Compared with other mature engineering disciplines, fracture mechanics of concrete is still a developing field with extensive new research and development. In recent years many different models and applications have been proposed for crack analysis; the author assesses these in turn, identifying their limitations and offering a detailed treatment of those which have been proved to be robust by comprehensive use. After introducing stress singularity in numerical modelling and some basic modelling techniques, the Extended Fictitious Crack Model (EFCM) for multiple-crack analysis is explained with numerical application examples. This theoretical model is then applied to study two important issues in fracture mechanics - crack interaction and localization, and fracture modes and maximum loads. The EFCM is then reformulated to include the shear transfer mechanism on crack surfaces and the method is used to study experimental problems. With a carefully balanced mixture of theory, experiment and application, Crack Analysis in Structural Concrete is an important contribution to this fast-developing field of structural analysis in concrete.

Audience
Graduate students in civil and structural engineering and related disciplines. Professional civil and structural engineers.

Contents
Introduction Aims of the Book Multiple-Crack Problem Mixed-Mode Crack Problem Crack Interaction and Localization Failure Mode and the Maximum load Outline of the Book References Fundamentals of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics and Nonlinear Fracture Mechanics of Concrete The Elastic Crack-Tip Fields 2.1.1 Equations of Elasticity and Airy Stress Function 2.1.2 The Williams Solution of Elastic Stress Fields at Crack Tip 2.1.3 The Complex Stress Function Approach to Elastic Stress Fields at Crack Tip 2.2 Stress Intensity Factor and K-Controlled Crack-Tip Fields 2.3 The Energy Principles 2.3.1 The Griffith Fracture Theory 2.3.2 The Energy Release Rate G 2.3.3 Relationship between K and G 2.3.4 The Criterion for Crack Propagation Plastic Zone Theories at Crack Tip 2.4.1 The Irwin Plastic Zone Corrections 2.4.2 Cohesive Zone Models by Dugdale and Barenblatt 2.5 Fracture Process Zone and Tension Softening Phenomenon in Concrete 2.6 Fracture Energy G F and Tension-Softening Law in Concrete 2.6.1 Fracture Energy G F 2.6.2 Tension Softening Law References Fictitious Crack Model and Related Issues in Its Numerical Implementation Introduction Fictitious Crack Model by Hillerborg et al. 3.2.1 Modeling Concept 3.2.2 Numerical Formulation by Petersson?s Influence Function Method Principle of Superposition Reciprocity Principle Singularity Issue Crack Path Modeling with Dual Nodes Remeshing Scheme for Arbitrary Crack Path Solution Scheme for Incremental Stress Analysis References Extended Fictitious Crack Model for Multiple-Crack Analysis Introduction Core Issues and Solution Strategy Numerical Formulation of Single-Crack Problem Numerical Formulation of Multiple-Crack Problem Crack Analysis of Simple Beam under Bending Crack Analysis with Fixed Crack Path Crack Analysis with Curvilinear Crack Path Crack Analysis of Fracture Test of Real-Size Tunnel Lining Specimen Fracture Test on Tunnel-Lining Specimen Crack Analysis with Half FE Model Crack Analysis with Full FE Model Crack Analysis of Scale-Model Test of Gravity Dam by Carpinteri et al. Background Model I: Single Crack Propagation Model II: Multiple-Crack Propagation Model III: Multiple-Crack Propagation References Crack Interaction and Localization Introduction Coefficient of Interaction Crack Equations and the Source of Crack Interaction Coefficient of Interaction and Principal Tip Force (PTF) Coefficient Crack Interactions in Notched Concrete Beams under Four-Point Bending Beams with Small Notches Beams with Both Small and Large Notches Crack Interactions in Tunnel Linings Characteristics of Crack Interactions with One and Multiple Tension Zones References Failure Modes and Maximum Loads of Notched Concrete Beams Introduction Numerical Analysis of Notched Beams under Various Load Conditions Maximum Loads with Monotonic Loadings Maximum Load Increase with Higher Density of Initial Notches Maximum Loads with Alternative Loadings Critical Initial Notch and Its Influence on Failure Mode and the Maximum Load Experimental Verifications on Relationships between Failure Modes and the Maximum Loads Four-Point Bending Tests Numerical Analyses Engineering Implications References Mixed-Mode Fracture Introduction Modeling of Cohesive Forces in the FPZ Reformulation of FCM and EFCM for Mixed-Mode Fracture 7.3.1 FCM for Mixed-Mode Fracture 7.3.2 EFCM for Mixed-Mode Fracture Mode-II Fracture Energy G F II Numerical Studies of Arrea and Ingraffea?s Single-Notched Shear Beam 7.5.1 Parametric Studies with Five Shear-COD Relations 7.5.2 Parametric Studies on Mode-II Fracture Energy with Three Shear-COD Relations Numerical Studies of Scale-Model Test of Gravity Dam References 8. Applications: Pseudoshell Model for Crack Analysis of Tunnel Linings Introduction Pseudoshell Model 8.2.1 Modeling Concept 8.2.2 Numerical Formulation 8.2.3 Parametric Studies on Uniqueness of Solutions on Tunnel Deformation Evaluation of Ground Pressure Based on the Quasi Loosening Zone Model Numerical Analysis of an Aging Waterway Tunnel (Case A-1) in Comparison with a Soil Mechanics Approach 8.4.1 Background 8.4.2 Numerical Analysis by Adachi-Oka Model 8.4.3 Numerical Analysis by the Pseudoshell Model 8.4.4 Evaluation of Ground Pressure Case Studies of Two Aging Waterway Tunnels 8.5.1 B Power Plant (Horseshoe Type): Site B-1 8.5.2 B Power Plant (Horseshoe Type): Site B-2 8.5.3 B Power Plant (Horseshoe Type): Site B-3 8.5.4 C Power Plant (Calash Type): Site C-1 Development of Database for Evaluation of Ground Pressure Based on the CMOD 8.6.1 Selection of Influential Factors and Cases of Study 8.6.2 Relations between Cross-Sectional Deformation and the CMOD 8.6.3 Relations between Pressure Load and Cross-Sectional Deformation 8.6.4 Two-Step Procedure for Determining External Loads by the CMOD and Development of Database References 9. Computer Program for Mode-I Type C rack A nalysis i n C oncrete Using EFCM (CAIC-M1.FOR) 9.1 Overview of the Program 9.2 Structure of the Program 9.3 Main Rules 9.4 Program List 9.5 Selected Examples Illustrating the Usage of the Program 9.5.1 Crack Analysis of Notched Beam 9.5.2 Crack Analysis of Scale Model Dam 9.5.3 Crack Analysis of Tunnel Lining References 10. Computer Program for Mixed-Mode Type C rack A nalysis i n C oncrete Using EFCM (CAIC-M12.FOR) 10.1 Overview of the Program 10.2 Structure of the Program 10.3 Main Rules 10.4 List of Subroutines with Major Changes 10.4.1 Outline of Changes in CAIC-M12.FOR from CAIC-M1.FOR 10.4.2 Subroutines with Major Changes in the Crack Pattern Determination Block (TFORCE) 10.4.3 Subroutines with Major Changes in the Crack Equation Solution Block (EFFECT) 10.4.4 Subroutines with Major Changes in the Main Block (MAINCN) 10.5 Selected Example Illustrating the Usage of the Program

Bibliographic details
Hardbound, 344 pages, publication date: JUN-2009
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-8446-0
ISBN-10: 0-7506-8446-1
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN

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