Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis in Practical Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
By Norio Suzuki
Concrete Journal, Vol.37, No.2, Feb. 1999
- Synopsis
- Finite element analysis of reinforced concrete has made much progress to be able to simulate the nonlinear behavior of complex structures precisely. Although the number of its application in research activities is increasing, it is not commonly used in practical structural design except the analysis of some special structures. This report describes the present condition and the problems of the application of nonlinear finite element method to practical design of reinforced concrete structures.
- Keywords:
- nonlinear analysis, finite, element method, practical design
