Finite Element Analysis of High-Strength Concrete Flat Columns with Diagonal Reinforcements

Abstract:

Based on the reversed cyclic loading test of three 1:4 high-strength concrete flat columns, the computer program ABAQUS was used to simulate behaviors of the specimens. Concrete in the column was modeled using the damage plasticity material model, and a uniaxial steel model with combined isotropic and kinematic hardening properties was used to simulate the behavior of the reinforcement. The establishment of the finite element model, definition of the material parameters and the influence of diagonal reinforcement were discussed at length. The results show that the concrete damage plasticity model can be well used for hysteretic analysis of reinforced concrete members if the relevant parameters are reasonably defined. Diagonal reinforcements can not significantly improve ductility of the specimens, but can improve their shear capacities. This paper can provide reference for the performance simulation of reinforced concrete members under cyclic loading.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 791-793)
• Pages: 514-518
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.791-793.514
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Tuo Lei, Jiang Qian, Qing Biao Tian
• Keywords: Cyclic Loading, Diagonal Reinforcement, Finite Element Modeling (FEM), Flat Column, High-Strength Concrete (HSC)

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