Meso-scale simulation of concrete based on fracture and interaction behavior

X ** a size effect model that can encompass the surface effect and the fracture
process zone (FPZ) is still challenging. Here, a combined size effect model (CSE model) is …

Investigation of granite fracture under three-point bending using the meso-modeling approach considering the random distribution of poly-crystals

X Li, Y Bai, P He, X Yue, Y Zhang - Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 2020 - Springer
A three-dimensional meso-modeling approach based on Weibull distribution for rock is
proposed to study the fracture behavior of rock. And the macro-meso model of granite with …

Special Issue on fatigue and fracture of non-metallic materials and structures

A Spagnoli - Applied Sciences, 2020 - mdpi.com
This Special Issue covers the broad topic of structural integrity of non-metallic materials, and
it is concerned with the modelling, assessment and reliability of structural elements of any …

Investigation of fracture toughness on flattened brazilian disc type molded shotcrete specimens

S Yoncacı - 2019 - open.metu.edu.tr
Monitoring behavior of cracks generated by various reasons in shotcrete/concrete is of
crucial importance for the stability of structures in various industries. Despite the need of …