Continuum-Mechanics investigation applying advanced Computer Software
XFEM – (Extended Finite Element Method) / ABAQUS 6.13 Simulia (Dassault Systèmes)
a) Trial Load Method
b) Dam 'Solo'
c) Crack-Development
Discussion of Damage Potentials in the Design and Construction Phase of Arch Dams. 19. Internationales Seminar Wasserkraftanlagen. TU Wien 2016, 323-335
Zillergründl Dam
(Contracting Authority: Tauernkraftwerke AG.)
Fracture mechanics investigations carried out with FEFAP (predecessor of FRANC2D) showed a realistic simulation of this rapidly propagating crack with a starter length of 1.30 m and a gap-water-pressure of 1.5 MPa (150 m water depth)
Crack propagation
Failure assessment Diagram (FAD)
Repair measure Zillergründl arch dam: Base joint water pressure
Failure assessment criterion
(safe side)
(safe side)
Discussion of Damage Potentials in the Design and Construction Phase of Arch Dams. 19. Internationales Seminar Wasserkraftanlagen. TU Wien 2016, 323-335
