Finite element analysis of the seismic response of rc columns with modified bond properties

  • G. Fawaz*
  • , J. Murcia-Delso
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This paper presents results of a numerical investigation on the seismic performance of RC columns with modified bond properties. Three-dimensional nonlinear finite element models of columns tested under cyclic lateral loading have been developed. The finite element models comprise a triaxial constitutive model for concrete that is capable of simulating compression failure and tension cracking under cyclic loading. The bond-slip behavior of longitudinal reinforcing bars has been modeled using a concrete-steel interface element. The interface element has a bond stressslip constitutive law that predicts bond deterioration caused by bar slip, cyclic loading and tensile yielding of steel. The finite element models predict well the force-displacement response and strain distributions along the longitudinal reinforcement of the columns subjected to cyclic loading. The experimentally-verified models have shown that partial debonding of longitudinal bars can effectively reduce the maximum and cumulative strains experienced by the bars in the plastic hinge region of the columns.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018, NCEE 2018
Subtitle of host publicationIntegrating Science, Engineering, and Policy
PublisherEarthquake Engineering Research Institute
Pages22-26
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781510873254
Publication statusPublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes
Event11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy, NCEE 2018 - Los Angeles, United States
Duration: 25 Jun 201829 Jun 2018

Publication series

Name11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018, NCEE 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy
Volume1

Conference

Conference11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2018: Integrating Science, Engineering, and Policy, NCEE 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLos Angeles
Period25/06/1829/06/18

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