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FEM simulation of a full-scale loading-to-failure test of a corrugated steel culvert

  • Wadi, Amer (Division of Structural Engineering and Bridges, KTH Royal Institute of Technology) ;
  • Pettersson, Lars (Skanska Sweden AB) ;
  • Karoumi, Raid (Division of Structural Engineering and Bridges, KTH Royal Institute of Technology)
  • Received : 2018.01.18
  • Accepted : 2018.03.02
  • Published : 2018.04.25
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Abstract

This paper utilizes 3D FEM to provide deeper insights about the structural behaviour of a 6.1 m span steel culvert, which was previously tested under extreme loading. The effect of different input parameters pertaining to the backfill soil has been investigated, where the structural response is compared to field measurements. The interface choice between the steel and soil materials was also studied. The results enabled to realize the major influence of the friction angle on the load effects. Moreover, the analyses showed some differences concerning the estimation of failure load, whereas reasons beyond this outcome were arguably presented and discussed.

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