• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제30권5호
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• pp.619-645
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• 2008

This study presents the efficiency of simulating structural systems using a method that combines a simplified component model (SCM) and rigorous component model (RCM). To achieve a realistic simulation of structural systems, a numerical model must be adequately capturing the detailed behaviors of real systems at various scales. However, capturing all details represented within an entire structural system by very fine meshes is practically impossible due to technological limitations on computational engineering. Therefore, this research develops an approach to simulate large-scale structural systems that combines a simplified global model with multiple detailed component models adjusted to various scales. Each correlated multi-scale simulation model is linked to others using a multi-level hierarchical modeling simulation method. Simulations are performed using nonlinear finite element analysis. The proposed method is applied in an analysis of a simple reinforced concrete structure and the Reuipu Elementary School (an existing structure), with analysis results then compared to actual onsite observations. The proposed method obtained results very close to onsite observations, indicating the efficiency of the proposed model in simulating structural system behavior.

• 한국구조물진단유지관리공학회 논문집
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• 제5권3호
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• pp.203-211
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• 2001

This paper presents load transfer efficiency of skewed transverse joint of jointed concrete pavement with the fatigue model test. A 1/12 scale model was used to satisfy the geometry, loading, material similitude, which are variables to the skew angel of transverse joint. As the test results by fatigue load 700kgf applied, the deflection and stress of transverse joint were decreased as to increasing of skew angle of transverse joint. In addition, load transfer efficiency of transverse joint with skew angle is better than the load transfer efficiency of transverse joint without skew angle.

• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제75권4호
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• pp.445-454
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• 2020

Structural damage identification (SDI) is a crucial step in structural health monitoring. However, some of the existing SDI methods cannot provide enough identification accuracy and efficiency in practice. A novel whale optimization algorithm (WOA) based method is proposed for SDI by weighting modal data and flexibility assurance criterion in this study. At first, the SDI problem is mathematically converted into a constrained optimization problem. Unlike traditional objective function defined using frequencies and mode shapes, a new objective function on the SDI problem is formulated by weighting both modal data and flexibility assurance criterion. Then, the WOA method, due to its good performance of fast convergence and global searching ability, is adopted to provide an accurate solution to the SDI problem, different predator mechanisms are formulated and their probability thresholds are selected. Finally, the performance of the proposed method is assessed by numerical simulations on a simply-supported beam and a 31-bar truss structures. For the given multiple structural damage conditions under environmental noises, the WOA-based SDI method can effectively locate structural damages and accurately estimate severities of damages. Compared with other optimization methods, such as particle swarm optimization and dragonfly algorithm, the proposed WOA-based method outperforms in accuracy and efficiency, which can provide a more effective and potential tool for the SDI problem.

• 한국강구조학회 논문집
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.197-207
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• 2013

본 연구는 강구조물의 실시설계 단계에서 브레이스 접합부의 구조설계 및 BIM 모델링의 효율성을 제고하기 위한 것으로 브레이스 접합부의 구조설계 인터페이스 모듈 개발을 목적으로 한다. 이를 위하여 국내 외의 구조설계기준을 분석하여 알고리즘을 작성하고 이를 바탕으로 구조설계모듈을 구축하였다. 또한 BIM 설계 도구와 연동하여 모델 데이터로부터 구조설계를 수행하기 위한 입 출력 데이터를 자동으로 생성하며, 구조설계 결과로부터 BIM 모델을 자동으로 생성할 수 있는 인터페이스 모듈을 개발하였다. 예제 모델을 통해 개발된 모듈의 효율성과 실용성을 검증하였다.

• 한국추진공학회지
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• 제16권3호
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• pp.57-68
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• 2012

본 연구에서는 한국의 차세대 중형항공기에 사용될 고속형 터보프롭 항공기용 고효율 복합재 프로펠러 블레이드의 설계를 수행하였다. 와류 이론과 블레이드 깃 요소 이론을 활용하여 기본 공력설계 및 성능 해석을 수행하였고 공력설계 결과는 상업용 전산유체해석 프로그램인 ANSYS를 이용한 해석을 통해 확인 되었다. 프로펠러 구조 설계 시 카본/에폭시 복합재료가 적용되었으며, 경량화와 구조 안정성 개선을 위하여 스킨-스파-폼 샌드위치 구조 형식를 채택하였다. 제안된 프로펠러 블레이드는 공력 및 구조 해석과 시제품 프로펠러 블레이드의 구조 시험을 통하여 높은 효율과 안전한 구조임이 검토되었다.

• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제38권4호
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• pp.429-441
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• 2011

In large-scale problem, a huge size of computational resources is needed for a reliable solution which represents the detailed description of dynamic behavior. Recently, eigenvalue reduction schemes have been considered as important technique to resolve computational resource problems. In addition, the efforts to advance an efficiency of reduction scheme leads to the development of the multi-level system condensation (MLSC) which is initially based on the two-level condensation scheme (TLCS). This scheme was proposed for approximating the lower eigenmodes which represent the global behavior of the structures through the element-level energy estimation. The MLSC combines the multi-level sub-structuring scheme with the previous TLCS for enhancement of efficiency which is related to computer memory and computing time. The present study focuses on the implementation of the MLSC on the direct time response analysis and the frequency response analysis of structural dynamic problems. For the transient time response analysis, the MLSC is combined with the Newmark's time integration scheme. Numerical examples demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed method.

• International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials
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• 제9권1호
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• pp.61-67
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• 2015

The concept of horizontal shear connection utilization on wood-concrete beams intends to be an alternative connection detail for composite wood-concrete decks. The volume of sawn-wood is over three times more expensive than concrete, in Brazil. In order to be competitive in the Brazilian market we need a composite deck with the least amount of wood and a simple and inexpensive connection detail. This research project uses medium to high density tropical hardwoods managed from the Brazilian Amazon region and construction steel rods. The beams studied are composed of a bottom layer of staggered wood boards and a top layer of concrete. The wood members are laterally nailed together to form a wide beam, and horizontal rebar connectors are installed before the concrete layer is applied on top. Two sets of wood-concrete layered beams with horizontal rebar connectors (6 and 8) were tested in third-point loading flexural bending. The initial results reveal medium composite efficiency for the beams tested. An improvement on the previously conceived connection detail (set with six connectors) for the composite wood-concrete structural floor system was achieved by the set with eight connectors. The new layout of the horizontal rebar connectors added higher composite efficiency for the beams tested. Further analysis with advanced rigorous numerical Finite Element Modeling is suggested to optimize the connection parameters. Composite wood-concrete decks can attend a large demand for pedestrian bridges, as well as residential and commercial slabs in the Brazilian Amazon.

• 한국추진공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국추진공학회 2012년도 제38회 춘계학술대회논문집
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• pp.253-258
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• 2012

본 연구에서는 한국의 차세대 중형항공기에 사용될 터보프롭 항공기용 고효율 복합재 프로펠러 블레이드의 설계를 수행하였다. 와류 이론과 블레이드 깃 요소 이론을 활용하여 기본 공력설계 및 성능 해석을 수행하였고 공력설계 결과는 상업용 전산유체해석 프로그램인 ANSYS를 이용한 해석을 통해 확인하였다. 프로펠러 구조 설계 시 카본/에폭시 복합재료가 적용되었으며, 경량화와 구조 안정성 개선을 위하여 스킨-스파-폼 샌드위치 구조 형식를 채택하였다. 제안된 프로펠러 블레이드는 공력 및 구조 해석과 시제품 프로펠러 블레이드의 구조 시험을 통하여 높은 효율과 안전한 구조임이 검토되었다.

• 대한기계학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한기계학회 2008년도 추계학술대회A
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• pp.554-559
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• 2008

Most of vehicle manufacturers have applied exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system to the development of diesel engines in order to obtain the high thermal efficiency without $NO_X$ and Particulate Matter (PM) emitted from the engine. EGR system, which reflow a cooled exhaust gas from vehicles burning diesel as fuel to a combustion chamber of engine, has been used to solve this problem. In order to confirm the safety of the EGR system, finite element analysis was carried out. The safety of EGR system against temperature variation in the shell and tubes was evaluated through the thermal and structural analysis, and the modal analysis using ANSYS was also performed. Finally, the performance of EGR system was verified through the experiment and numerical simulation using effectiveness-NTU method. Program for the estimation of the heat exchange efficiency of the EGR system with regard to the dimpled tube shape was developed.

• 한국구조물진단유지관리공학회 논문집
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• 제3권1호
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• pp.171-178
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• 1999

Despite of decrease in shear and moment strengths, most steel structural designers use web openings in beams because of economical benefit and requirement. The purpose of this study is to suggest the method of reinforcement of H-shape steel beams with a rectangular web opening. If shear predominates over bending, it is necessary to consider all possible combinations of shear force and bending moment acting at the opening. In this paper, the ultimate strength and behavior of perforated beams have been investigated according to parameters (ratio of M/V, opening width within opening height ratio D/h, various reinforcing types A/B/C/D/M/N/W). The results of this study are as follows ; 1. Deformation of H-shape steel beams with a rectangular web opening was greatly affected by not only bending but also shear. 2. SB1-2/3 series have little difference in the reinforced efficiency, but SB1-2E/3E series have difference in the reinforced efficiency according to the reinforcement type. 3. Efficiency of SB1-2E/3E series is determined by reinforcing types, which RB1-2E-B/M/C and RB1-3E-M/D/C specimens have good efficient. Reinforcing type of perforated beams chooses efficient method according to ratio of M/V and D/h.