2. Reference solution#

2.1. Calculation method#

This problem does not allow for an exact analytical solution. The reference solution is therefore obtained by fine three-dimensional modeling, detailed in reference [1].

2.2. Reference quantities and results#

The horizontal displacement of the steel measured at the end of the plate is specified below, for two different loading levels.

Size

Component

Instant

Reference Solution

DEPL — BOUT

DY

5

-140.367141312E-6

10

-318.457920376E-6

2.3. Bibliographical references#

  1. DAVID M., Multi-scale approach to the mechanical behavior of reinforced concrete structures — Application to the containment structures of nuclear power plants. Doctoral thesis