13.263. REINF263 - 2-D Smeared Reinforcing

Matrix or VectorBase Element Shape Functions (for each layer)Integration Points
Stiffness and Stress Stiffness Matrices and Thermal Load VectorLinear 2-D solid or shellEquation 11–6, Equation 11–7, and Equation 11–8

Across the length: 1

Across the section: 1

Quadratic 3-D solid or shellEquation 11–19, Equation 11–20, and Equation 11–21

Across the length: 2

Across the section: 1

Mass MatrixSame as stiffness matrix.Same as stiffness matrix.
Pressure Load VectorN/AN/A
Load TypeDistribution
Element TemperatureLinear along the length, constant across the section.
Nodal TemperatureN/A
PressureN/A

13.263.1. Other Applicable Sections

Structures describes the derivation of structural element matrices and load vectors as well as stress evaluations. General Element Formulations gives the general element formulations used by this element. See Stiffness and Mass Matrices of a Reinforcing Layer for the general formulation of the reinforcing stiffness and mass matrices.


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