The added vlaue of full-probabilistic nonlinear finite element analysis for the assessment of reinforced concrrete structural members

The objective of this paper is to explore the added value of full-probabilistic nonlinear finite

Full thickness material tests for impact analysis verification

Traditionally, a failure strain criterion is used in crash simulations in the maritime and offshore industry. More sophisticated methods for multi-axial stress states are based on the Forming Limit Diagram and the Fracture Forming Limit Diagram (FFLD). The diagrams are derived for the steel sheet forming industry, such as car parts. Few tests...

Electro active repair of concrete: Innovation for increased repair durability

Many repairs of chloride induced corrosion in practice fail within 10 years due to chloride remaining after cleaning the steel, causing corrosion re-activation. An improvement of conventional repair was invented, Electro Active Repair, that electrochemically removes chlorides. After concrete removal, a temporary electrolyte and anode are...

Assessing the geomechanical effects of CO2 injection in a depleted gas field in Poland by field scale modelling

A field scale geomechanical model was developed in an early phase of the feasibility study considering geological CO2 storage in a depleted gas field in Poland. Geomechanical model of the gas field was adequate to evaluate the induced stress changes, the geomechanical effects on the top seal and induced surface deformation. The estimated...

Use of polypropylene fibres to reduce explosive spalling in concretes exposed to fire