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Dynamic Characterization of Multiple Arch Dams: A Finite Element Approach
In this study, a typical large multiple arch dam located in the Sierra Nevada of California was evaluated for possible retrofit options to enhance its seismic performance. Field data was collected and used to validate the behavior of a detailed finite element model of this specific dam. By examining this computational model in the time and frequency domains, structural features influencing performance were identified, with particular attention paid to strut elements. A lumped element approximation of an n-dimensional multiple arch dam was created and analyzed; from this model, novel retrofit options were conceptualized and tested using the original finite element model. This process, although executed on a single specific dam, was designed to be general enough to be used as a valid approach to analyze and retrofit other dams of this type.
Dynamic Characterization of Multiple Arch Dams: A Finite Element Approach
In this study, a typical large multiple arch dam located in the Sierra Nevada of California was evaluated for possible retrofit options to enhance its seismic performance. Field data was collected and used to validate the behavior of a detailed finite element model of this specific dam. By examining this computational model in the time and frequency domains, structural features influencing performance were identified, with particular attention paid to strut elements. A lumped element approximation of an n-dimensional multiple arch dam was created and analyzed; from this model, novel retrofit options were conceptualized and tested using the original finite element model. This process, although executed on a single specific dam, was designed to be general enough to be used as a valid approach to analyze and retrofit other dams of this type.
Dynamic Characterization of Multiple Arch Dams: A Finite Element Approach
Conf.Proceedings of Society
Caicedo, J.M. (editor) / Catbas, F.N. (editor) / Cunha, A. (editor) / Racic, V. (editor) / Reynolds, P. (editor) / Salyards, K. (editor) / Ritz, Ethan (author) / Duron, Ziyad (author)
2012-03-06
17 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
Dynamic Characterization of Multiple Arch Dams: A Finite Element Approach
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