Development of finite element computer code for thermal analysis of roller compacted concrete dams

Thermal analysis of roller compacted concrete (RCC) dams plays an important role in their design and construction. This paper deals with the development of a finite element based computer code for the determination of temperatures within the dam body. The finite element code is then applied to the r...

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Published in:Advances in engineering software (1992) 2007-11, Vol.38 (11), p.886-895
Main Authors: Jaafar, M.S., Bayagoob, K.H., Noorzaei, J., Thanoon, Waleed A.M.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Field problems
Finite element
RCC dams
Schedule of construction
Thermal analysis
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Summary:Thermal analysis of roller compacted concrete (RCC) dams plays an important role in their design and construction. This paper deals with the development of a finite element based computer code for the determination of temperatures within the dam body. The finite element code is then applied to the real full-scale problem to determine the impact of the placement schedule on the thermal response of roller compacted concrete dam. Based on the results obtained, it could be concluded that for a given roller compacted concrete dam, changing the placing schedule can optimize the locations of maximum temperature zones.
ISSN:0965-9978
DOI:10.1016/j.advengsoft.2006.08.040