European Journal of Computational Mechanics https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM <h1>European Journal of Computational Mechanics</h1> <p>The <em>European Journal of Computational Mechanics</em> aims to publish innovative work on computational modelling methodologies, and in particular:</p> <div>* To publish research on original numerical methods and their application to the numerical simulation of engineering problems in solids, structures, materials and fluids. Contributions dealing with multi-physics or multi-scale problems are especially encouraged; <br />* To present innovative applications to complex engineering problems; <br />* To foster interactions between modelling approaches in different areas; <br />* To publish occasional review articles with a view to promoting an engineering application culture in computational mechanics.</div> <p>Any article presenting new theoretical concepts is expected to also provide either numerical validations, comparisons with experiments, or applications to real-world engineering problems.</p> <div>Submissions based on the straightforward application of classical approaches, e.g. using existing codes for performing parametric studies, are discouraged.</div> <p> </p> en-US ejcm@riverpublishers.com (EJCM) biswas.kajal@riverpublishers.com (Kajal Biswas) Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:48:30 +0100 OJS 3.3.0.7 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Joint Resonance Analysis in Multiple Modes of Soft Ferromagnetic Rectangular Thin Plate https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/22963 <p>In this article, the nonlinear principal and internal resonance properties of a soft ferromagnetic rectangular thin plate are investigated in a magnetic field environment. The nonlinear partial differential equation of motion of a soft ferromagnetic rectangular thin plate is derived under the effect of homogeneous simple harmonic excitation. The system of nonlinear differential equations with multiple degrees of freedom is established by the assumed one-sided fixed trilateral simply support condition using the Galerkin’s method. The system of nonlinear differential equations is solved by the multiscale method to obtain the response of two modes under the simple harmonic force at the principal and internal resonance. The numerical results of the system response show that when the frequency of the simple harmonic force is close to one of the modes (first-order or second-order mode) causing it to resonate, the other mode will also resonate internally. The magnetic field can have an inhibiting effect on the resonant response of the system and also affect the kinematic state of the system. The internal resonance provides a mechanism for transferring energy from a high mode to a lower mode.</p> Xiaofang Kang, Xinzong Wang, Qingguan Lei, Zhengxing Zhu, Ziyi Sheng, Fuyi Zhang Copyright (c) 2024 European Journal of Computational Mechanics https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/22963 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100 Analysis of Bridge Dynamics and Response Characteristics Under The Influence of Axle Coupling Vibration https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24879 <p>To ensure the safety and stability of high-speed rail lines and reduce external interference, it is essential to build a large number of elevated bridges. These elevated bridges account for a considerable proportion of the total length of high-speed rail lines. However, when high-speed rail lines pass through earthquake prone areas, the likelihood of earthquakes occurring when trains pass through bridges increases significantly. Therefore, it is necessary to study the dynamic response of bridge structures under earthquake action to ensure the safety of bridges during train operation and operation. The optimization scheme proposed in this article has undergone moderate impact tests, and the results show that the maximum lateral displacement of the bridge can reach 124 mm, while the maximum vertical acceleration is 5.16 m/s<sup>2</sup>, Exceeded the safety limit of 0.35 g. Through the analysis of train derailment coefficient, wheel load reduction rate, lateral sway force, lateral and vertical acceleration, and Spelling comfort index, we have come to the conclusion that bridges can ensure the safety of train operation in the absence of earthquakes and small earthquakes, and can also maintain certain stability under medium and large earthquakes. These research results have important guiding significance for the design and construction of high-speed rail lines. By optimizing the bridge structure and adopting relevant technical measures, the seismic disaster resistance of high-speed rail lines can be further improved, ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers during travel. At the same time, these research results also provide useful reference and inspiration for the construction and improvement of future high-speed rail lines.</p> Ma Zhifang, Guo Xiaoguang Copyright (c) 2024 European Journal of Computational Mechanics https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24879 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100 Frictional Slip and Incremental Dynamic Analysis of Plate-rubber Bearing Continuous Girder Bridge by Ambient Temperature in Cold Region https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24893 <p>Special mechanical environment, the environmental temperature or stress transformation easily to the final mechanical properties of the bridge components performance changes. The impact of the cold zone environment on the plate rubber-bearing beams is the object of study, Jining Road refined mechanics finite element analysis of the structural dynamic response study under seismic action. The results show that low temperature leads to bearing friction slip and material parameter changes, which affects the self-oscillation frequency and seismic susceptibility of the bridge. Due to the temperature-induced changes in the material properties and mechanical properties of the bearings, the first principal period of the bridge increases by 3% at high temperature for the EH and decreases by 19% at low temperature for the EL when compared to the first principal period under normal temperature conditions. Under different extreme temperature conditions, the fundamental period of the bridge is longitudinal, and the effective mode vibration participation mass is more than 90%. The maximum crossover frequency VAL<sub>max</sub> reaches 75.6 dB. Compared with room temperature, the bearing stress increased by 27.6% to 45.5%. The effect of EL stress change should be considered in the design of bridges in the alpine region.</p> Jiang Hongwei, Qiao Wei, Xu Xiaojian, Xin Guangtao Copyright (c) 2024 European Journal of Computational Mechanics https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24893 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100 Study on Seismic Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Concrete Energy Dissipation Wall and Seismic Response Analysis of Structure https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24953 <p>Utilizing the nonlinear finite element analysis software, ABAQUS, an examination is undertaken to evaluate the ductility characteristics and seismic design methodologies pertinent to a representative reinforced concrete hollow high pier. The research encompasses several focal areas: elucidation of seismic design strategies related to ductility categories, exploration of plastic energy dissipation mechanisms, determination of ductility indices, and delineation of structural measures to enhance ductility. Employing the nonlinear FEA software, ABAQUS, it is recommended that the longitudinal reinforcement ratio for ductile piers fall within the range of 0.6% to 4%. Furthermore, for flexible bridge piers, the maximum spacing of confinement reinforcements should either exceed 100 mm, be sixfold the diameter of the longitudinal reinforcement, or equate to at least one-quarter of the pier column’s bending direction section width. Combined with the influence of high pier ductility seismic axial pressure ratio, reinforcement, concrete factors such as factor analysis results, put forward and checking a reinforced concrete hollow high pier ductility seismic optimization scheme, increase the strength of the plastic hinge area section, through the comparative analysis in different seismic strength of plastic hinge unit cloth, maximum ductility coefficient and pier top displacement to verify its influence on the ductile seismic.</p> Tong Zhenlong, Han Zhongya, Wu Zenglin, Yang Dongyu Copyright (c) 2024 European Journal of Computational Mechanics https://journals.riverpublishers.com/index.php/EJCM/article/view/24953 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0100