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HERO ID

6895285

Reference Type

Journal Article

Title

Combined single and smeared crack model in combined finite-discrete element analysis

Author(s)

Munjiza, A; Andrews, KRF; White, JK; ,

Year

1999

Is Peer Reviewed?

Yes

Journal

International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering
ISSN: 0029-5981

Publisher

JOHN WILEY & SONS LTD

Location

W SUSSEX

Page Numbers

41-57

Web of Science Id

WOS:000077495400003

Abstract

Large-scale discrete element simulations, combined finite-discrete element simulations as well as a whole range of related problems, involve a large number of separate bodies that interact with each other and in general deform and fracture. In this context there is a need for a robust fracture algorithm applicable to simultaneous multiple fracturing of large numbers of bodies.In this work a fracture model for both initiation and propagation of mode I loaded cracks in concrete in the context of the combined finite-discrete element method is reported. The algorithm is based on accurate approximation of experimental stress-strain curves for concrete in tension. Copyright (C) 1999 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.