Collapse Modeling of a Masonry Arch Dam Using the Cohesive Interface Elements
A finite element (FE) approach with zero-thickness cohesive interface elements is presented to simulate collapse of continuum structures. The element removal technique merged with the general contact algorithm is adapted in the FE approach to achieve modeling for a transition from continua to discon...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2015-01-01
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| Series: | Mathematical Problems in Engineering |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/139586 |