Abstract: An accurate and efficient finite‐element method for the analysis of reinforced‐concrete structures is presented. Not only mechanical problems but also heat‐conduction problems are targeted. Considering the fact that ...

Abstract: A nonlinear fracture‐mechanics‐based cracking model for the finite element analysis of crack propagation in concrete materials is proposed. Since the method of evaluating macroscopic mechanical properties of composites, ...

Abstract: The propagation of microcracks in concrete under compression is studied by the finite element method. To this end, concrete is modeled as a two‐phase composite, consisting of a mortar matrix and aggregate inclusions. Two ...

Abstract: A finite-element formulation for the large displacement analysis of beams is proposed. It is based on the degeneration approach: The governing equations for a general solid are directly discretized. The assumptions of the ...