Consulting
Nonlinear finite element analysis has become an essential tool for solving complex civil engineering problems.
However, due to its high complexity, in order to achieve accurate predictions of the real structural behavior, there is the need for a deep knowledge on the finite element procedures applied to the different problems.
Experience
FEM Calcul has more than 10 years of experience on nonlinear finite element analysis of complex structural engineering problems applied to different sectors:
- Bridge analysis: concrete cracking, force redistribution, metal and concrete creep, shrinkage, dynamic loading, reliability and safety assessment.
- Tunnel linings: concrete cracking, precast, contact behavior, soil-structure interactions.
- Dam analysis: concrete cracking, soil-structure interactions, structure-fluid interactions, dynamic loading.
- Historical structures: masonry cracking, structural failure assessment, strengthening solutions.
- Early age analysis: concrete crack assessment due to cement hydration.
Consulting Works
FEM Calcul offers the following consulting works in the ambit of nonlinear finite element analysis:
- Modelling of structural problems
- Review of models
- Technical recommendations
- Analysis and interpretation of results
- Optimization of structural designs
- Assessment of structural safety of existing infrastructure
- Strengthening solutions for existing infrastructure
- Forensic structural analysis