Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete

The Impact of Extreme Loading Conditions on Structures and Materials

Xu Long, Khaja Wahaajduddin Kawkabi, Percy Musesha Iyela, Irfan Ali

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443446207
• Subtopic: Construction & Architectural Engineering
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete: The Impact of Extreme Loading Conditions on Structures and Materials provides readers with a fully-fledged theoretical framework of multiscale finite element analysis for the performance of reinforced concrete structures under extreme loads. The book updates readers by demonstrating novel methods and the latest developments that have recently been introduced into the field. It includes detailed explanations of advanced modeling techniques, insights into computational methods, clear guidance on their software implementation, theory, practice, and real world case studies and numerical simulations, thus enabling readers to apply advanced finite element analysis techniques to evaluate real-world engineering problems.In addition, the book discusses engineering challenges, including design optimization, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness. - Presents a comprehensive, theoretical framework of multiscale finite element analysis as applied to the performance of reinforced concrete structures under extreme loads - Guides readers from an introduction to multiscale analysis, through theoretical constructs, practical applications, and cutting-edge topics within research and current engineering practices - Provides a detailed focus on current issues, including mesoscale modeling of bond-slip behavior of steel reinforcements with concrete and progressive structural collapse

Table of contents

• Front Cover
• Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete
• Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete:The Impact of Extreme Loading Conditions on Structures and Materials
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contents
• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• 1 - Introduction to multiscale analysis of concrete structures
• 2 - Theoretical foundations for multiscale finite element methods
• 3 - Mesoscopic modeling of concrete
• 4 - Mesoscopic modeling of concrete under high strain rates
• 5 - Bond stress–slip behavior and modeling for reinforced concrete
• 6 - Numerical and analytical analysis of progressive collapse resistance in reinforced concrete subassemblages
• 7 - Impact and penetration analysis of RC structures
• 8 - Machine learning applications in concrete modeling
• 9 - Conclusions
• Index
• Back Cover