Research Article

Finite Element Modelling and Simulation of Tunnel Gates of Dam Structures in ABAQUS Using Reduced-Integrated 8-Node Hexahedral Solid-Shell Element

Table 1

Material properties used in the finite element analysis.

MaterialsElastic module (MPa)Compressive strength (MPa)Tensile strength (MPa)Yield strength (MPa)Poisson ratio

Concrete C2523500 (Popovich model, nonlinear analysis)251.750.2
30000 (linear analysis)

Steel profile St372061802350.3

Reinforcement St12000002200.3