Hey folks
I'm after a tutorial (or even just some suggestions) to help with modelling a simply supported RC beam.
Main queries are:
Material properties? (primarily: Cracking, shear transfer of cracks, etc)
Suggested elements?
Should I use glue to simulate a "perfect" bond between concrete and...
Hi everyone
I am trying to model a large timber beam (4800L 1600H 160B) with a small steel plate (30x120x160) attached to the end. Although the plate will initially be bonded to the surface, a load of 650kN is being applied. Because of this, it is expected that the plate will deform and detach...