Compressive Membrane Action in Immersed Tubes

A Finite Element Study

Master thesis (2019)

Authors

T. Ben-Gera Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

C.B.M. Blom Concrete Structures - CEG (supervisor 1)
Coen van der Vliet ARCADIS Nederland (supervisor 1)
J.G. Rots Applied Mechanics - CEG (supervisor 2)
L.J.M. Houben Pavement Engineering - CEG (supervisor 2)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences
Copyright: © 2019 Tal Ben-Gera
Concrete Finite Element Analysis Compressive Membrane Action CMA Cracking Crushing Thermal Degradation Concrete Ductility
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Published Date

20-09-2019

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

Compressive membrane action is a phenomenon commonly found in reinforced concrete structures after significant cracking and deformation have taken place. In this thesis report, the potential benefit of CMA in immersed tubes subjected to fires is quantified through a finite element study. Furthermore, sensitivity studies are conducted in order to determine the boundary conditions necessary in immersed tubes to induce CMA.