Development and challenges in finite element modelling of post-installed anchors in concrete

Chandani Chandra Neupane (Lead / Corresponding author), Jessey Lee, Tilak Pokharel, Hing Ho Tsang, Emad Gad

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Abstract

Finite element analysis (FEA) has been used as a successful supplement to experimental testing in various studies for simulation of anchorage behaviour. Throughout the years, researchers have employed different modelling techniques in various FEA packages to capture the behaviour of post-installed anchors. However, the vast amount of knowledge accrued is yet to be reviewed. This article critically reviews all aspects of FEA from pre-processing to post-processing and provides a comprehensive review of published literature on FEA studies for predicting the behaviour of post-installed anchorage systems. Most current efforts focus on investigating failure mechanism of anchors in uncracked concrete under tensile loading. Findings show that developing finite element model for post-installed anchorage in concrete is very challenging due to complex geometrical configuration of anchors, difficulty in modelling concrete–anchor interface and lack of reliable information on selecting material properties and parameters. The analysis identified key gaps in research related to the effect of geometrical simplification, anchor subjected to dynamic loading and anchor performance in cracked concrete which needs attention in future research. This review article is a valuable resource in facilitating future research on assessing the performance of post-installed anchorage in concrete with FEA.

Original languageEnglish
JournalStructure and Infrastructure Engineering
Early online date8 May 2023
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 8 May 2023

Keywords

  • Anchorage systems
  • Concrete
  • Finite element analysis
  • Modelling
  • Numerical simulations
  • Post-installed anchors
  • Review

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Building and Construction
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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