Finite Element Analysis for the Mega Columns for XRL West Kowloon Terminus

Abstract:

Using ANSYS parametric design language, a three-dimensional finite element model is developed to analyze the stress distribution and the strength of the mega columns for XRL West Kowloon Terminus. The detailed von Mises stress distribution in each column, vertical stiffener plates and the diaphragm plates is obtained. From the analysis, the phenomenon of stress concentration is obvious in both upper and lower diaphragm plates. The local value of von Mises stress in them is higher than the yield stress value, which must be avoided by more detailed local structural design.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 405-408)
• Pages: 1139-1143
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.405-408.1139
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Wei Su, Ying Sun, Shi Qing Huang, Ren Huai Liu
• Keywords: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Mechanical Behavior, Mega Columns, Stress Distribution

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