Predicting Behavior of Grouted Dowel Connections Using Interfacial Cohesive Elements
Grouted dowel connections are used extensively in precast load bearing walls owing to their simple construction and forgiving tolerances. Current design guidelines do not adequately consider the composite nature of such connections. Moreover, robust numerical models for these connections are yet to...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-06-01
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Series: | Applied Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/9/11/2344 |