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    An Integrated Fracture Mechanics Based Approach for Non-Linear Analysis of Lightly Reinforced Concrete Beams

    Ananthalakshmi K. Iyer1, A. Rama Chra Murthy2, Smitha Gopinath2, Nagesh R. Iyer3

    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.42, No.3, pp. 227-244, 2014, DOI:10.3970/cmc.2014.042.227

    Abstract A non-linear fracture mechanics based approach is proposed to depict a typical fracture mechanism from initiation to growth, eventually leading to failure. This concept is developed for a lightly reinforced beam in flexure. The proposed model integrates the existing methodology of a Stress Intensity Factor equilibrium equation with the bridging forces developed in concrete cover and rebar. The model and solution algorithm outlined presents an elaborate understanding of the mechanism involved and is significant in predicting the behaviour of flexural members. The analysis is performed using MATLAB programming. The proposed approach ensures a maximum tolerable More >

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