Papers by Keyword: Explicit Finite Element

Abstract: The debonding behavior at the interface between carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) sheet and concrete is a key problem for the application of FRP plate, which has been widely applied in the civil engineering for rehabilitation and retrofitting of conventional structures. This paper presents the nonlinear finite element analysis results of the CFRP-strengthened high-strength concrete member. On the basis of the test, considering of the bond-slip relationship, explicit finite element is used for simulating the shear failure of CFRP-strengthened concrete, obtain three-dimensional deformation development diagram, describe the failure mode and the relationship between the shearing bond behavior and concrete strength. The FE results coincide with the experimental results.

Abstract: Non-convergence often occurs in the solution of highly nonlinear problem by conventional implicit finite element method. As another choice, explicit method is sometimes used by researchers. Through 2 typical static and dynamic examples this paper verifies that explicit finite element method can provide the same exactness of calculation as the implicit method even in the situation that the duration of action exceeds the natural period of structure greatly. At the same time, compared with implicit method, explicit method possesses higher speed, more robust algorithm, and stronger nonlinear capability, so that explicit method can be applied in static and dynamic analysis of structures, especially in large deformation and highly nonlinear problem.

Abstract: The three-dimensional explicit dynamic analysis of metal cutting process is done using the non- linear finite element software LS-DYNA. In the finite element model, 8- node 3D solid element based on one- point integration Lagrangian formulation is adopted, metal material is modeled with Johnson-Cook constitutive model, chip separation is simulated using the material failure criterion of Johnson and Cook proposed and combing the failure element deletion method, friction model of chip-tool contact interface is developed to simultaneously account for sticking and sliding situation. Through explicit analysis, rake angle, cutting depth, and cutting width on the shape of the chip influence are obtained.

Abstract: This study proposes an approach to analysis the stresses distribution between the fitting roller and glass panel for a vertical panel attachment manufacture modulus under varied loading conditions as depicted in Figure 1. The fitted roller gabled with different rubber materials included Polchloroprene rubber (CR), nature robber (NR), and Polyurethane (PU), with the hardness 60, 70, 80 IRHD, respectively, The ANSYS and LS-DYNA software are adapted herein to simulate the contact stresses between fitted roller and glass panel. The external loading applied in rubber coated roller is from 1kg up to 5kg. The simulation results of the contact stresses, included pressure stresses and shear stresses, can understand how to achieve the uniform pressure situation between the fitted roller and the glass panel. Therefore, the compactness between the polarizer and the glass panel will reach perfect condition with no air bubbles left.

Abstract: This paper deals with high-strength concrete structure with carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) strips bonded to the shear face. The first part deals with an experimental study. The fiber reinforced plastics strengthened concrete member test presents a failure mode with debonding of the external CFRP strips from the concrete member. The second part deals with a nonlinear FE analysis with LS-DYNA . Considering of the adhesive layer, explicit finite element is used for simulating the shear failure of CFRP-strengthened concrete, obtain the whole process of structure deformation development and describe the conformation and development of crack and the failure mode. The FE results are compared with the experimental results.

Abstract: The debonding behavior at the interface between fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) sheet and concrete is a key problem for the application of FRP plate, which has been widely applied in the civil engineering for rehabilitation and retrofitting of conventional structures. This paper presents the experimental and nonlinear finite element analysis results of the CFRP-strengthened high-strength concrete member. On the basis of the test, considering of the adhesive layer, explicit finite element is used for simulating the shear failure of CFRP-strengthened concrete, obtain the whole process of structure deformation development, describe the conformation and development of crack and the failure mode. The FE result coincides with the experimental result.

Abstract: Wear is often of definite influence in the service life of mechanical components and has been recognised as one of the major causes of failure in engineering practice. It is noted that although extensive attention has been paid to phenomenological studies like surface morphology analysis for wear assessment, the physical mechanism of wear particle formation remains unclear. This paper proposes a micro damage and fracture model to simulate the process of wear particle generation. An explicit finite element (FE) formulation is employed to capture the nonlinearities involved. Unlike existing FE analysis (FEA), any initial sub-fractures underlying the wear surface are no longer required. Crack initiation and propagation as well as the corresponding mesh updating are implemented in an automatic fashion associated with the explicit FE framework. The results presented are in good agreement with experimental observation and the reports in existing literature.