Paredes de alvenaria de enchimento e a ação sísmica: reabilitação e inovação

Neste trabalho apresentam-se os principais resultados da investigação efetuada na Universidade do Minho relacionada com a análise do comportamento de paredes de enchimento sujeita a ações sísmicas e metodologias de reforço com a proposta de um novo material desenvolvido na perspetiva de reabilitação destas paredes construídas em regiões sísmicas. Apresentam-se também algumas possibilidades para construção nova de paredes de enchimento que visam um desempenho melhorado quando sujeitas a ações sísmicas.

Structural analysis of the masonry envelope of Ica Cathedral, Peru

Dissertação de mestrado em Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions

Análise experimental do comportamento ao corte de paredes reforçadas em alvenaria de BTC

Dissertação de mestrado integrado em Engenharia Civil

Reforço de ligações tradicionais de madeira

Dissertação de mestrado integrado em Engenharia Civil

Modelação numérica de uma solução de reforço de solos para fundações de aerogeradores

Dissertação de mestrado integrado em Engenharia Civil

Modelo da ligação entre concreto e armadura na análise de estruturas de concreto pelo método dos elementos finitos

Este trabalho apresenta um modelo computacional para análise tridimensional de peças de concreto armado, utilizando o método dos elementos finitos. São utilizados modelos constitutivos elasto-viscoplásticos para representar o comportamento dos materiais, quando submetidos a cargas de curta ou longa duração. Se a estrutura está submetida a cargas de curta duração, o modelo desenvolvido fornece, quando alcançado o estado estável, a solução do problema elastoplástico. Em contrapartida, se a estrutura está submetida a cargas de longa duração, o modelo pode representar o comportamento viscoelástico com envelhecimento do concreto. Foi utilizado um modelo de camadas superpostas para assegurar uma representação adequada do comportamento real do concreto ao longo do tempo. Deste modo, admite-se que o concreto é constituído por um número conveniente de camadas, que apresentam a mesma deformação. Para a fissuração do concreto, utilizou-se um modelo de fissuras distribuídas, que leva em consideração a contribuição do concreto entre fissuras O objetivo deste estudo é a modelagem da armadura e do reforço nas peças de concreto armado, através de um modelo de aderência entre o concreto e o material adjacente. A armadura é introduzida no modelo como uma linha de material mais rígido dentro do elemento de concreto. E, a consideração da degradação da aderência é realizada através de um modelo onde os efeitos da aderência imperfeita são incluídos pela introdução de graus de liberdade para os deslocamentos relativos entre os materiais. Os resultados obtidos com este programa computacional são comparados com valores experimentais disponíveis na literatura, visando validar o modelo matemático e a metodologia numérica.

Coordenação de projetos em edifícios de alvenaria estrutural

A engenharia estrutural em Portugal está em parte circunscrita às soluções em betão armado e às estruturas metálicas, facto que se deve ao domínio das técnicas construtivas associadas a essas soluções e à aceitação que têm perante a comunidade em geral. Nessa perspetiva, desenvolveu-se o presente estudo, com o intuito de apresentar uma alternativa igualmente adequada, que, quando bem planeada desde a conceção, pode permitir uma redução significativa dos custos. Ao longo do presente estudo procura-se discutir as situações em que a alvenaria estrutural pode ser adotada e como desenvolver os trabalhos de coordenação de projeto de modo a preparar uma execução de obra rentável e com qualidade. Nesse sentido, numa fase inicial do documento apresenta-se a história da alvenaria estrutural e a forma como esta evoluiu ao longo do tempo e, posteriormente, discute-se o estado atual da alvenaria estrutural em Portugal. Dado o interesse que este tema poderá ter para os mercados da construção nacional e, particularmente regional, entendeu-se necessário o contacto direto com a obra, tendo sido realizada uma visita a França com o propósito de observar, no terreno, as técnicas construtivas que lhe estão associadas. Adicionalmente, tirou-se partido de informação recolhida em anterior deslocação ao Brasil, sendo que, os dois países referidos apresentam uma sólida tradição de utilização da alvenaria estrutural na edificação. Posteriormente aborda-se o conceito de projeto, de modo a introduzir o tema da coordenação de projetos em edifícios de alvenaria estrutural. Sendo a fase de coordenação essencial para o sucesso do projeto e para o aumento da produtividade e da rentabilidade do sistema, foi dada particular relevância às várias especialidades que compõem um projeto, o modo como se deve processar e tratar a informação a transmitir entre os responsáveis por cada um desses projetos, e os cuidados a ter na sua compatibilização. Como forma de agilizar e melhorar o processo de compatibilização, é proposto um conjunto de checklists, com os principais itens que devem ser sujeitos a análise por parte dos projetistas envolvidos.

Caracterização de atapulgita visando aplicação para reforço de materiais poloméricos

The clay mineral attapulgite is a group of hormitas, which has its structures formed by microchannels, which give superior technological properties classified the industrial clays, clays of this group has a very versatile range of applications, ranging from the drilling fluid for wells oil has applications in the pharmaceutical industry. Such properties can be improved by activating acid and / or thermal activation. The attapulgite when activated can improve by up to 5-8 times some of its properties. The clay was characterized by X-ray diffraction, fluorescence, thermogravimetric analysis, differential thermal analysis, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy before and after chemical activation. It can be seen through the results the efficiency of chemical treatment, which modified the clay without damaging its structure, as well as production of polymer matrix composites with particles dispersed atapugita

Modelagem numérica de estruturas de contenção atirantadas em areia

A numerical study on the behavior of tied-back retaining walls in sand, using the finite element method (FEM) is presented. The analyses were performed using the software Plaxis 2D, and were focused on the development of horizontal displacements, horizontal stresses, shear forces and bending moments in the structure during the construction process. Emphasis was placed on the evaluation of wall embedment, tie-back horizontal spacing, wall thickness, and free anchor length on wall behavior. A representative soil profile of a specific region at the City of Natal, Brazil, was used in the numerical analyses. New facilities built on this region often include retaining structures of the same type studied herein. Soil behavior was modeled using the Mohr-Coulomb constitutive model, whereas the structural elements were modeled using the linear elastic model. Shear strength parameters of the soil layers were obtained from direct shear test results conducted with samples collected at the studied site. Deformation parameters were obtained from empirical correlations from SPT test results carried out on the studied site. The results of the numerical analyses revealed that the effect of wall embedment on the investigated parameters is virtually negligible. Conversely, the tie-back horizontal spacing plays an important role on the investigated parameters. The results also demonstrated that the wall thickness significantly affects the wall horizontal displacements, and the shear forces and bending moments within the retaining structure. However, wall thickness was not found to influence horizontal stresses in the structure

Modelos para análise e dimensionamento de painéis de alvenaria estrutural

The main objective of this thesis was the study of bracing panels of structural masonry, by applying the Finite Element Method and Strut and Tie Method. It was analyzed the following aspects: the effect of orthotropy on the behavior of the panels; distribution of horizontal forces between panels for buildings; comparison between Equivalent Frame and Finite Elements models; panels design with the Strut and Tie Method. The results showed that one should not disregard the orthotropy, otherwise this can lead to models stiffer than the real. Regarding the distribution of horizontal forces, showed that the disregard of lintels and shear deformation leads to significant differences in the simplified model. The results showed also that the models in Finite Element and Equivalent Frame exhibit similar behavior in respect to stiffness of panels and stress distribution over the sessions requested. It was discussing criteria for designing Strut and Tie Method models in one floor panels. Then, the theoretical strength these panels was compared with the rupture strength of panels tested in the literature. The theoretical maximum strength were always less than the rupture strength of the panels obtained in tests, due to the fact that the proposed model cannot represent the behavior of the masonry after the start of the panel cracking due to plasticization of the reinforcement

Análise de estruturas de superfície delgadas axissimétricas via método dos elementos finitos com utilização de elemento retilíneo

The present work deals with the linear analysis of bi-dimensional axisymmetric structures, through development and implementation of a Finite Element Method code. The structures are initially studied alone and afterwards compatibilized into coupled structures, that is, assemblages, including tanks and pressure vessels. Examples are analysed and, in order to prove accuracy, the results were compared with those furnished by the analytical solutions

Subsídios para o projeto de estruturas sismo resistentes

Through this research is detailed the Brazilian seismic code focused on concrete projects design related to seismic engineering. At the beginning of the research is debated the fundaments of the seismic effects, the influence factors to the development of seismic effects and also relates the main data registration happened in Brazil. The second step is study the Brazilian seismic code explaining all the concepts related to it and does a compilation to the most important international seismic code. At this research is developed the designing of a building submitted to horizontal equivalent seismic forces and the modal process based on the answer spectrum based on the brazilin seismic code. It was also developed the design of a commercial building submitted to seismic loads based on the Brazilian code answer spectrum and compared to the same building submitted to wind loads.The research also focus on projects conception and detailing of seismic engineering Project design. At the study of seismic engineering it was concluded that seismic effects require special focus on concrete structures design, proving that is the essential consider the seismic effects

Análise numérica do efeito de fatores influentes da reação álcali-agregado no desempenho de estruturas de concreto

The aim of this work is the numerical simulation of the mechanical performance of concrete affected by Alkali-Aggregate Reaction or RAA, reported by Stanton in 1940. The RAA has aroused attention in the context of Civil Engineering from the early 80, when they were reported consequences of his swelling effect in concrete structures, including cracking, failure and loss of serviceability. Despite the availability of experimental results the problem formulation still lacks refinement so that your solution remains doubtful. The numerical simulation is important resource for the assessment of damages in structures caused by the reaction, and their recoveries The tasks of support of this work were performed by means of the finite element approach, about orthotropic non-linear formulation, and, thermodynamic model of deformation by RAA. The results obtained revealed that the swelling effect of RAA induced decline of the mechanical performance of concrete by decreasing the margin of safety prior to the material failure. They showed that the temperature influences, exclusively, the kinetics of the reaction, so that the failure was the more precocious the higher the temperature of the solid mass of concrete

Desenvolvimento de têxteis técnicos para reforço de compósitos poliméricos

Materials denominated technical textiles can be defined as structures designed and developed with function to fulfill specific functional requirements of various industrial sectors as are the cases of the automotive and aerospace industries. In this aspect the technical textiles are distinguished from conventional textile materials, in which the aesthetic and of comfort needs are of primordial importance. Based on these considerations, the subject of this dissertation was established having as its main focus the study of development of textile structures from aramid and glass fibers and acting in order to develop the manufacture of composite materials that combine properties of two different structures, manufactured in an identical operation, where each structure contributes to improving the properties of the resulting composite material. Therefore were created in laboratory scale, textile structures with low weight and different composition: aramid (100%), glass (100%) and aramid /glass (65/35%), in order to use them as a reinforcing element in composite materials with polyester matrix. These composites were tested in tension and its fracture surface, evaluated by MEV. Based on the analysis of mechanical properties of the developed composites, the efficiency of the structures prepared as reinforcing element were testified by reason of that the resistance values of the composites are far superior to the polyester matrix. It was also observed that hybridization in tissue structure was efficient, since the best results obtained were for hybrid composites, where strength to the rupture was similar to the steel 1020, reaching values on the order of 340 MPa

Estudo do comportamento mecânico de estruturas de solo-cimento reforçado com fibras de coco e hastes de bambu

In this work the use of coconut fiber (coir) and bamboo shafts as reinforcement of soil-cement was studied, in order to obtain an alternative material to make stakes for fences in rural properties. The main objective was to study the effect of the addition of reinforcement to the soil-cement matrix. The effect of humidity on the mechanical properties was also analyzed. The soil-cement mortar was composed by a mixture, in equal parts, of soil and river sand, 14% in weight of cement and 10 % in weight of water. As reinforcement, different combinations of (a) coconut fiber with 15 mm mean length (0,3 %, 0,6 % and 1,2 % in weight) and (b) bamboo shafts, also in crescent quantities (2, 4 and 8 shafts per specimen) were used. For each combination 6 specimens were made and these were submitted to three point flexural test after 28 days of cure. In order to evaluate the effect of humidity, 1 specimen from each of the coconut fiber reinforced combination was immersed in water 24 hours prior to flexural test. The results of the tests carried out indicated that the addition of the reinforcement affected negatively the mechanical resistance and, on the other hand, increased the tenacity and the ductility of the material.