Finite element model for the analysis of a building Available to Purchase

Many problems are identified in the static analysis of a building based on ‘slabs, walls, columns’ by the classical method consisting of isolating the corresponding slab at each level and of subdividing it into finite elements by replacing walls and columns by localized fixed bearing points. Better adapted methods are indicated, particularly modelling the whole structure using ‘shell’ elements. A specially developed ‘slab, wall, column’ model is defined based on simplifying hypotheses which break down the effects of horizontal and vertical loads. The scope is precisely outlined and practical examples are given integrating the soil‐structure interaction and the placing of prestressing.