Finite element analysis of slabs-on-grade using higher order subgrade soil models

Lev Khazanovich, Anastasios M. Ioannides

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Abstract

Incorporation of the two-parameter, Kerr and Zhemochkin-Sinitsyn-Shtaerman subgrade models into finite element code ILLI-SLAB is described. The two conventional idealizations, namely the dense liquid and elastic solid, are also available in the program library. The purpose of this study is to provide the analytical tools by which to assess the impact of the subgrade model choice in each analysis or design exercise. Results from a few simple case studies are discussed, which suggest that the dense liquid can be an adequate foundation assumption in many cases provided the subgrade modulus, k, is reliably determined. The size of the loaded area emerges as an important parameter.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationAirport Pavement Innovations Theory to Practice
EditorsJim W.Jr Hall
PublisherPubl by ASCE
Pages16-30
Number of pages15
ISBN (Print)0872629252
StatePublished - 1993
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings of the Conference on Airport Pavement Innovations - Vicksburg, MS, USA
Duration: Sep 8 1993Sep 10 1993

Publication series

NameAirport Pavement Innovations Theory to Practice

Other

OtherProceedings of the Conference on Airport Pavement Innovations
CityVicksburg, MS, USA
Period9/8/939/10/93

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