Bending moment resistance of UHPFRC-to-UHPFRC interlocking connection: A numerical, experimental and analytical study

In civil engineering, construction projects often involve assembling various components at different stages, creating interfaces where load transfer must be considered. This load transfer is governed by dowel action (reinforcement), mechanical interlock, adhesive bonding, and friction. Without reinforcement, most concrete interfaces are brittle...

Bi-stable interlocks of sutured ABS geometries- A numerical study in Abaqus

Concrete elements, partially or entirely prefabricated are becoming more and more popular in engineering practice. The biggest challenge in this process is the realization of connections between components. These connections fall within two categories: Precast-to-precast connections with hardened parts and<br/>precast-to-in situ connections,...