The modeling of the mechanical behavior of Fabric Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) composites is a difficult task due to the complex mechanisms established at the fibre-matrix and composite-support interface level. Recently, several modeling approaches have been proposed to simulate the mechanical response of FRCM strengthening systems, however a simple and reliable procedure is still missing. In this paper, two simplified numerical models are proposed to simulate the tensile and shear bond behavior of FRCM composites. Both models take advantage of truss and non-linear spring elements to simulate the material components and the interface. The proposed approach enables us to deduce the global mechanical response in terms of stress-strain or stress-slip relations. The accuracy of the proposed models is validated against the experimental benchmarks available in the literature.

Oddo M.C., Minafo' G., Di Leto M., La Mendola L. (2023). Numerical Modelling of the Constitutive Behaviour of FRCM Composites through the Use of Truss Elements. MATERIALS, 16(3) [10.3390/ma16031011].

Numerical Modelling of the Constitutive Behaviour of FRCM Composites through the Use of Truss Elements

Oddo M. C.;Minafo' G.
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Di Leto M.;La Mendola L.
2023-02-01

Abstract

The modeling of the mechanical behavior of Fabric Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) composites is a difficult task due to the complex mechanisms established at the fibre-matrix and composite-support interface level. Recently, several modeling approaches have been proposed to simulate the mechanical response of FRCM strengthening systems, however a simple and reliable procedure is still missing. In this paper, two simplified numerical models are proposed to simulate the tensile and shear bond behavior of FRCM composites. Both models take advantage of truss and non-linear spring elements to simulate the material components and the interface. The proposed approach enables us to deduce the global mechanical response in terms of stress-strain or stress-slip relations. The accuracy of the proposed models is validated against the experimental benchmarks available in the literature.
feb-2023
Settore ICAR/09 - Tecnica Delle Costruzioni
Oddo M.C., Minafo' G., Di Leto M., La Mendola L. (2023). Numerical Modelling of the Constitutive Behaviour of FRCM Composites through the Use of Truss Elements. MATERIALS, 16(3) [10.3390/ma16031011].
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