Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete: The Impact of Extreme Loading Conditions on Structures and Materials (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering) - Softcover

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Dr Xu Long is a Professor at the School of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture, Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), China. His research interests include: the extreme mechanics of materials and structures in the areas of electronic packaging and protective structures for civil defense; multi-field, multi-scale material constitutive and damage models; structural life prediction; and reliability analysis

Khaja Wahaajduddin Kawkabi is a researcher based at the School of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi’an, China. His research interests include: bridge-vehicle coupling dynamics and fatigue fracture mechanics of concrete under high cycle fatigue

Percy M. Lyla is a researcher based at the School of Mechanics, Civil Engineering and Architecture, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi’an, China. His research interests lie mainly in multi-scale modeling, porous materials, and constitutive damage models

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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. Updates readers by demonstrating novel methods and the latest developments which have recently been introduced into the field. The book includes a detailed explanations of advanced modeling techniques, insights into computational methods and clear guidance on their software implementation. The book integrates theory and practice and includes real world case studies and numerical simulations: enabling readers to apply advanced finite element analysis techniques to evaluate real-world engineering problems. Multiscale Finite Element Simulation of Reinforced Concrete also discusses engineering challenges including design optimization, regulatory compliance and cost-effectiveness.