@inproceedings{HaefnerEckardtKoenke2003, author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and Eckardt, Stefan and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {A geometrical inclusion-matrix model for the finite element analysis of concrete at multiple scales}, doi = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.301}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20111215-3018}, year = {2003}, abstract = {This paper introduces a method to generate adequate inclusion-matrix geometries of concrete in two and three dimensions, which are independent of any specific numerical discretization. The article starts with an analysis on shapes of natural aggregates and discusses corresponding mathematical realizations. As a first prototype a two-dimensional generation of a mesoscale model is introduced. Particle size distribution functions are analysed and prepared for simulating an adequate three-dimensional representation of the aggregates within a concrete structure. A sample geometry of a three-dimensional test cube is generated and the finite element analysis of its heterogeneous geometry by a uniform mesh is presented. Concluding, aspects of a multiscale analysis are discussed and possible enhancements are proposed.}, subject = {Beton}, language = {en} } @article{HaefnerEckardtLutheretal., author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and Eckardt, Stefan and Luther, Torsten and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {Mesoscale modeling of concrete: Geometry and numerics}, series = {Computers and Structures}, journal = {Computers and Structures}, pages = {450 -- 461}, abstract = {Mesoscale modeling of concrete: Geometry and numerics}, subject = {Angewandte Mathematik}, language = {en} } @article{KoenkeEckardtHaefneretal., author = {K{\"o}nke, Carsten and Eckardt, Stefan and H{\"a}fner, Stefan and Luther, Torsten and Unger, J{\"o}rg F.}, title = {Multiscale simulation methods in damage prediction of brittle and ductile materials}, series = {International Journal for Multiscale Computational Engineering}, journal = {International Journal for Multiscale Computational Engineering}, pages = {17 -- 36}, abstract = {Multiscale simulation methods in damage prediction of brittle and ductile materials}, subject = {Angewandte Mathematik}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HaefnerKoenke, author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {DAMAGE SIMULATION OF HETEROGENEOUS SOLIDS BY NONLOCAL FORMULATIONS ON ORTHOGONAL GRIDS}, editor = {G{\"u}rlebeck, Klaus and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, organization = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar}, doi = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.2963}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20170327-29638}, pages = {15}, abstract = {The present paper is part of a comprehensive approach of grid-based modelling. This approach includes geometrical modelling by pixel or voxel models, advanced multiphase B-spline finite elements of variable order and fast iterative solver methods based on the multigrid method. So far, we have only presented these grid-based methods in connection with linear elastic analysis of heterogeneous materials. Damage simulation demands further considerations. The direct stress solution of standard bilinear finite elements is severly defective, especially along material interfaces. Besides achieving objective constitutive modelling, various nonlocal formulations are applied to improve the stress solution. Such a corrective data processing can either refer to input data in terms of Young's modulus or to the attained finite element stress solution, as well as to a combination of both. A damage-controlled sequentially linear analysis is applied in connection with an isotropic damage law. Essentially by a high resolution of the heterogeneous solid, local isotropic damage on the material subscale allows to simulate complex damage topologies such as cracks. Therefore anisotropic degradation of a material sample can be simulated. Based on an effectively secantial global stiffness the analysis is numerically stable. The iteration step size is controlled for an adequate simulation of the damage path. This requires many steps, but in the iterative solution process each new step starts with the solution of the prior step. Therefore this method is quite effective. The present paper provides an introduction of the proposed concept for a stable simulation of damage in heterogeneous solids.}, subject = {Architektur }, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HaefnerKesselKoenke, author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and Kessel, Marco and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {MULTIPHASE B-SPLINE FINITE ELEMENTS OF VARIABLE ORDER IN THE MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF HETEROGENEOUS SOLIDS}, editor = {G{\"u}rlebeck, Klaus and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, organization = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar}, doi = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.2964}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20170327-29643}, pages = {37}, abstract = {Advanced finite elements are proposed for the mechanical analysis of heterogeneous materials. The approximation quality of these finite elements can be controlled by a variable order of B-spline shape functions. An element-based formulation is developed such that the finite element problem can iteratively be solved without storing a global stiffness matrix. This memory saving allows for an essential increase of problem size. The heterogeneous material is modelled by projection onto a uniform, orthogonal grid of elements. Conventional, strictly grid-based finite element models show severe oscillating defects in the stress solutions at material interfaces. This problem is cured by the extension to multiphase finite elements. This concept enables to define a heterogeneous material distribution within the finite element. This is possible by a variable number of integration points to each of which individual material properties can be assigned. Based on an interpolation of material properties at nodes and further smooth interpolation within the finite elements, a continuous material function is established. With both, continuous B-spline shape function and continuous material function, also the stress solution will be continuous in the domain. The inaccuracy implied by the continuous material field is by far less defective than the prior oscillating behaviour of stresses. One- and two-dimensional numerical examples are presented.}, subject = {Architektur }, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HaefnerVogelKoenke, author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and Vogel, Frank and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF TORSION FOR ARBITRARY CROSS-SECTIONS}, editor = {G{\"u}rlebeck, Klaus and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, organization = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar}, issn = {1611-4086}, doi = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.2848}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20170314-28483}, pages = {11}, abstract = {The present article proposes an alternative way to compute the torsional stiffness based on three-dimensional continuum mechanics instead of applying a specific theory of torsion. A thin, representative beam slice is discretized by solid finite elements. Adequate boundary conditions and coupling conditions are integrated into the numerical model to obtain a proper answer on the torsion behaviour, thus on shear center, shear stress and torsional stiffness. This finite element approach only includes general assumptions of beam torsion which are independent of cross-section geometry. These assumptions essentially are: no in-plane deformation, constant torsion and free warping. Thus it is possible to achieve numerical solutions of high accuracy for arbitrary cross-sections. Due to the direct link to three-dimensional continuum mechanics, it is possible to extend the range of torsion analysis to sections which are composed of different materials or even to heterogeneous beams on a high scale of resolution. A brief study follows to validate the implementation and results are compared to analytical solutions.}, subject = {Angewandte Informatik}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{HaefnerKoenke, author = {H{\"a}fner, Stefan and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, title = {MULTIGRID PRECONDITIONED CONJUGATE GRADIENT METHOD IN THE MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF HETEROGENEOUS SOLIDS}, editor = {G{\"u}rlebeck, Klaus and K{\"o}nke, Carsten}, organization = {Bauhaus-Universit{\"a}t Weimar}, doi = {10.25643/bauhaus-universitaet.2962}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:gbv:wim2-20170327-29626}, pages = {29}, abstract = {A fast solver method called the multigrid preconditioned conjugate gradient method is proposed for the mechanical analysis of heterogeneous materials on the mesoscale. Even small samples of a heterogeneous material such as concrete show a complex geometry of different phases. These materials can be modelled by projection onto a uniform, orthogonal grid of elements. As one major problem the possible resolution of the concrete specimen is generally restricted due to (a) computation times and even more critical (b) memory demand. Iterative solvers can be based on a local element-based formulation while orthogonal grids consist of geometrical identical elements. The element-based formulation is short and transparent, and therefore efficient in implementation. A variation of the material properties in elements or integration points is possible. The multigrid method is a fast iterative solver method, where ideally the computational effort only increases linear with problem size. This is an optimal property which is almost reached in the implementation presented here. In fact no other method is known which scales better than linear. Therefore the multigrid method gains in importance the larger the problem becomes. But for heterogeneous models with very large ratios of Young's moduli the multigrid method considerably slows down by a constant factor. Such large ratios occur in certain heterogeneous solids, as well as in the damage analysis of solids. As solution to this problem the multigrid preconditioned conjugate gradient method is proposed. A benchmark highlights the multigrid preconditioned conjugate gradient method as the method of choice for very large ratio's of Young's modulus. A proposed modified multigrid cycle shows good results, in the application as stand-alone solver or as preconditioner.}, subject = {Architektur }, language = {en} }