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1	Fatigue Crack Growth Tests and Analyses on a Ti-6Al-4V (STOA) Alloy using the Proposed ASTM Procedures for Threshold Testing Mote, Aniket Chandrakant 14 December 2018 (has links) This thesis investigates fatigue crack growth rate behavior in the threshold and near-threshold regimes for a Ti-6Al-4V (STOA) alloy using two proposed ASTM procedures- (1) load-shedding (LS) using a larger load-shed rate than the current ASTM Standard E647 load-reduction (LR) test procedure, and (2) compression pre-cracking constant-amplitude (CPCA) or load-increasing (CPLI) and load-shedding (CPLS). Tests were conducted at a low stress ratio (R = 0.1) on compact C(T) specimens of two different widths (W = 51 and 76 mm) and threshold fatigue crack growth rates were generated. These test data were compared to previous test data produced from the same batch of material using the current LR and the CPCA test procedure. While no test procedure provided an exact representation of the threshold value (?Kth), the compression pre-cracking (CP) procedures were the most promising. The LR, LS, and CPLS test procedures were influenced by prior loading-history and various crack-closure mechanisms, leading to higher ?Kth values and slower crack growths in the threshold regime. The LS tests (at shed-rates of -0.08,-0.32, and -0.95 mm-1) generated ?Kth values that were 15% to 32% higher than the estimated threshold stress-intensity factor range (?Kth)R=0.1. The CP test procedures are a more accurate alternative for developing near-threshold and threshold fatigue crack growth rates. The CPLS test procedure produced a ?Kth value that was 10% higher than (?Kth)R=0.1. LR and LS tests produced different ?Kth values as a function of the specimen width for the given load ratio. The CP test procedures produced consistent crack growth rates over the same range of ?K values examined, independent of the specimen width. Further research is required for developing test procedure(s) capable of providing a more definitive representation of the ?Kth value and closureree fatigue crack growth rates in the threshold regime. Threshold fatigue crack growth rate ASTM Standard E647 Threshold Compression pre-cracking load-reduction FASTRAN
2	Estudo do ensaio de determinação da tenacidade à fratura em deformação plana (KIc) em PMMA e análise das tensões desenvolvidas por fotoelasticidade. / Study of test for determining fracture toughness in plane strain (KIc) in PMMA and stress analysis developed by photoelasticity. Souza, Joelmir Mariano de 20 December 2010 (has links) No presente trabalho produziu-se amostras de flexão em três pontos, SENB, a partir de placas moldadas por compressão feitas de uma resina de Poli(metacrilato de metila) comercial. Dois conjuntos contendo 6 amostras cada foram então pré-trincados por meio de uma lamina afiada de aço adotando-se dois métodos diferentes propostos pela literatura técnica: através de batidinhas (gentle tapping) e através da inserção controlada a velocidade constante da lâmina, ambas usando um dispositivo especialmente desenhado para este fim. Estas amostras foram então submetidas ao ensaio de tenacidade à fratura em deformação plana, KIc, com o intuito de se testar a hipótese de que os diferentes métodos introduzem diferentes padrões de dano na matriz próxima à região da ponta da pré-trinca, o que, por sua vez, influência os resultados obtidos. Adotou-se a norma ASTM D 5045 como padrão do ensaio. Todas as amostras produziram resultados válidos para KIc, considerando-se os critérios da norma. Os resultados confirmam a hipótese inicial mostrando que os diferentes métodos de introdução da pré-trinca influenciam o valor medido de KIc a um nível de significância de 5% para a diferença das médias obtidas nos dois grupos, sendo que o valor mais conservador é obtido quando as pré-trincas são introduzidas pelo método das batidinhas (KIc = 1,15 ± 0,11 MPa m1/2). Com base nestes resultados novas amostras com geometria auto-similar às anteriores foram produzidas e usadas para a investigação do estado de tensão desenvolvido nas amostras pelo método da fotoelasticidade. Os resultados confirmam que os diferentes métodos de pré-trincamento produzem diferentes padrões de Moiré próximos à ponta da trinca, o que prova que os estados de tensão são efetivamente afetados e que o método da inserção controlada produz a maior perturbação no campo de tensão próximo à ponta da pré-trinca. / Single-Edge-Notch Bending samples produced out of compression-molded plates obtained from a commercial Poly(methyl metacrylate), PMMA, resin were investigated concerning the influence of the adopted pre-cracking methodology on plane strain fracture toughness results according to ASTM D 5045 standard. Two sets of 6 samples each were pre-cracked using a sharp-edge scalpel steel blade using two methodologies proposed in the technical literature: by gentle tapping on the blade and by controlled insertion at constant velocity, both using a device specially designed for these purposes. These sample were, then, submitted to the plane strain fracture toughness (KIc) test based on the hypothesis that different pre-cracking methods result in different damage levels of the matrix near the pre-crack tip and, hence, in different measured values for KIc. All samples produced valid results for KIc based on the geometric criteria adopted by the standard. The results confirm the original hypothesis showing that the two pre-cracking methods influence the measured value at a significance level of 5% for the comparison of the averages obtained in both sets. The most conservative value for plane strain fracture toughness of the investigated resin is obtained by pre-cracks introduced by gentle tapping on the blade (KIc = 1.15 ± 0.11 MPa m1/2). Based on these results new samples with a self-similar geometry were produced and submitted to photoelasticity tests to investigate the influence of the pre-cracking methods on the strain-field developed during three-point bending loading. The results confirm that the different methods produce different Moiré patterns close to the pre-crack tip, proving that the developed stress fields are different and that pre-cracks introduced by controlled insertion of the blade produce the largest perturbations of the strain field close to the pre-crack tip. Fotoelasticidade Método de introdução de pré-trincas Photoelasticity Poli(metacrilato de metila) PMMA Poly(methyl metacrylate) PMMA Pre-cracking methods
3	Shear Behaviour of Deep Reinforced Concrete Members Subjected to Uniform Load Perkins, Stephen M. J. 25 August 2011 (has links) Experiments were conducted to investigate the shear behaviour of large deep beams subjected to uniform load. Six tests were performed on specimens with identical cross sections and reinforcing, but under different loading configurations. Variables included: span, degree of cracking prior to loading, proximity to a disturbed region near a reaction, and type of flexural stress on the loaded face. The findings indicate a specific set of variables resulting in unconservative predictions made using a strut-and-tie model for simply-supported beams subjected to uniform load, confirming and validating recent results by other researchers. A fanning strut model is proposed and is shown to provide more conservative results. The emerging trend of high capacity in continuous uniformly-loaded specimens is supported by the experimental results, as is the high capacity of specimens uniformly-loaded on their flexural tension face. Further, the high strength of specimens with suboptimal crack orientations supports recent experimental work. Reinforced concrete Shear Uniform load Shear behaviour Clamping Strut and tie Sectional shear Concrete Deep beams Continuous beams Pre-cracking Crack orientations 0543
4	Shear Behaviour of Deep Reinforced Concrete Members Subjected to Uniform Load Perkins, Stephen M. J. 25 August 2011 (has links) Experiments were conducted to investigate the shear behaviour of large deep beams subjected to uniform load. Six tests were performed on specimens with identical cross sections and reinforcing, but under different loading configurations. Variables included: span, degree of cracking prior to loading, proximity to a disturbed region near a reaction, and type of flexural stress on the loaded face. The findings indicate a specific set of variables resulting in unconservative predictions made using a strut-and-tie model for simply-supported beams subjected to uniform load, confirming and validating recent results by other researchers. A fanning strut model is proposed and is shown to provide more conservative results. The emerging trend of high capacity in continuous uniformly-loaded specimens is supported by the experimental results, as is the high capacity of specimens uniformly-loaded on their flexural tension face. Further, the high strength of specimens with suboptimal crack orientations supports recent experimental work. Reinforced concrete Shear Uniform load Shear behaviour Clamping Strut and tie Sectional shear Concrete Deep beams Continuous beams Pre-cracking Crack orientations 0543
5	Estudo do ensaio de determinação da tenacidade à fratura em deformação plana (KIc) em PMMA e análise das tensões desenvolvidas por fotoelasticidade. / Study of test for determining fracture toughness in plane strain (KIc) in PMMA and stress analysis developed by photoelasticity. Joelmir Mariano de Souza 20 December 2010 (has links) No presente trabalho produziu-se amostras de flexão em três pontos, SENB, a partir de placas moldadas por compressão feitas de uma resina de Poli(metacrilato de metila) comercial. Dois conjuntos contendo 6 amostras cada foram então pré-trincados por meio de uma lamina afiada de aço adotando-se dois métodos diferentes propostos pela literatura técnica: através de batidinhas (gentle tapping) e através da inserção controlada a velocidade constante da lâmina, ambas usando um dispositivo especialmente desenhado para este fim. Estas amostras foram então submetidas ao ensaio de tenacidade à fratura em deformação plana, KIc, com o intuito de se testar a hipótese de que os diferentes métodos introduzem diferentes padrões de dano na matriz próxima à região da ponta da pré-trinca, o que, por sua vez, influência os resultados obtidos. Adotou-se a norma ASTM D 5045 como padrão do ensaio. Todas as amostras produziram resultados válidos para KIc, considerando-se os critérios da norma. Os resultados confirmam a hipótese inicial mostrando que os diferentes métodos de introdução da pré-trinca influenciam o valor medido de KIc a um nível de significância de 5% para a diferença das médias obtidas nos dois grupos, sendo que o valor mais conservador é obtido quando as pré-trincas são introduzidas pelo método das batidinhas (KIc = 1,15 ± 0,11 MPa m1/2). Com base nestes resultados novas amostras com geometria auto-similar às anteriores foram produzidas e usadas para a investigação do estado de tensão desenvolvido nas amostras pelo método da fotoelasticidade. Os resultados confirmam que os diferentes métodos de pré-trincamento produzem diferentes padrões de Moiré próximos à ponta da trinca, o que prova que os estados de tensão são efetivamente afetados e que o método da inserção controlada produz a maior perturbação no campo de tensão próximo à ponta da pré-trinca. / Single-Edge-Notch Bending samples produced out of compression-molded plates obtained from a commercial Poly(methyl metacrylate), PMMA, resin were investigated concerning the influence of the adopted pre-cracking methodology on plane strain fracture toughness results according to ASTM D 5045 standard. Two sets of 6 samples each were pre-cracked using a sharp-edge scalpel steel blade using two methodologies proposed in the technical literature: by gentle tapping on the blade and by controlled insertion at constant velocity, both using a device specially designed for these purposes. These sample were, then, submitted to the plane strain fracture toughness (KIc) test based on the hypothesis that different pre-cracking methods result in different damage levels of the matrix near the pre-crack tip and, hence, in different measured values for KIc. All samples produced valid results for KIc based on the geometric criteria adopted by the standard. The results confirm the original hypothesis showing that the two pre-cracking methods influence the measured value at a significance level of 5% for the comparison of the averages obtained in both sets. The most conservative value for plane strain fracture toughness of the investigated resin is obtained by pre-cracks introduced by gentle tapping on the blade (KIc = 1.15 ± 0.11 MPa m1/2). Based on these results new samples with a self-similar geometry were produced and submitted to photoelasticity tests to investigate the influence of the pre-cracking methods on the strain-field developed during three-point bending loading. The results confirm that the different methods produce different Moiré patterns close to the pre-crack tip, proving that the developed stress fields are different and that pre-cracks introduced by controlled insertion of the blade produce the largest perturbations of the strain field close to the pre-crack tip. Fotoelasticidade Método de introdução de pré-trincas Poli(metacrilato de metila) PMMA Photoelasticity Poly(methyl metacrylate) PMMA Pre-cracking methods
6	Rehabilitation of Exterior RC Beam-Column Joints using Web-Bonded FRP Sheets Mahini, Seyed Saeid Unknown Date (has links) In a Reinforced Concrete (RC) building subjected to lateral loads such as earthquake and wind pressure, the beam to column joints constitute one of the critical regions, especially the exterior ones, and they must be designed and detailed to dissipate large amounts of energy without a significant loss of, strength, stiffness and ductility. This would be achieved when the beam-column joints are designed in such a way that the plastic hinges form at a distance away from the column face and the joint region remain elastic. In existing frames, an easy and practical way to implement this behaviour following the accepted design philosophy of the strong-column weak-beam concept is the use a Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP) retrofitting system. In the case of damaged buildings, this can be achieved through a FRP repairing system. In the experimental part of this study, seven scaled down exterior subassemblies were tested under monotonic or cyclic loads. All specimens were designed following the strong-column weak-beam principal. The three categories selected for this investigation included the FRP-repaired and FRP-retrofitted specimens under monotonic loads and FRP-retrofitted specimen under cyclic loads. All repairing/retrofitting was performed using a new technique called a web-bonded FRP system, which was developed for the first time in the current study. On the basis of test results, it was concluded that the FRP repairing/retrofitting system can restore/upgrade the integrity of the joint, keeping/upgrading its strength, stiffness and ductility, and shifting the plastic hinges from the column face toward the beam in such a way that the joint remains elastic. In the analytical part of this study, a closed-form solution was developed in order to predict the physical behaviour of the repaired/retrofitted specimens. Firstly, an analytical model was developed to calculate the ultimate moment capacity of the web-bonded FRP sections considering two failure modes, FRP rupture and tension failure, followed by an extended formulation for estimating the beam-tip displacement. Based on the analytical model and the extended formulation, failure mechanisms of the test specimens were implemented into a computer program to facilitate the calculations. All seven subassemblies were analysed using this program, and the results were found to be in good agreement with those obtained from experimental study. Design curves were also developed to be used by practicing engineers. In the numerical part of this study, all specimens were analysed by a nonlinear finite element method using ANSYS software. Numerical analysis was performed for three purposes: to calculate the first yield load of the specimens in order to manage the tests; to investigate the ability of the web-bonded FRP system to relocate the plastic hinge from the column face toward the beam; and to calibrate and confirm the results obtained from the experiments. It was concluded that numerical analysis using ANSYS could be considered as a practical tool in the design of the web-bonded FRP beam-column joints. Reinforced concrete Reinforcement Bar strong-column weak-beam principal Exterior Beam-Column Joints Core Small scale modelling Experimental Test set-up Control Plain specimen Rehabilitation Retrofitting retrofitted Repair Repaired Repairing Strengthening Controlling Relocating Plastic hinge Pre-cracking Cracking Crushing Post-cracking Crack Cracked Penetration Damaged Pre-cracked Web-Bonded Wrapping De-bonding Fibre Reinforced Plastic FRP Sheets Composite Confinement Monotonic loads Cyclic loading Loads Displacement control Load control Regime Phase Loading sequence Procedure Available ductility factor Curvature ductility factor Ultimate First yield Flexural yielding Strength Moment Stiffness Failure mechanism Modes Sudden Brittle failure Measured beam-tip displacement Deflection Numerical analysis ANSYS Solid65 Solid45 Link8 Non-linear Finite Element (FE) Convergence criteria Analytical Closed from FRP rupture tension failure Compression failure Minimum thickness Maximum thickness Compressive Tensile Steel Ratio Design charts Effective Moment of Inertia Compatibility Strain Stress

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