Dynamic simulations of geologic materials using combined FEM/DEM/SPH analysis
Journal Article
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· Geomechanics and Geoengineering, vol. 4, no. 1, March 1, 2009, pp. 91-101
OSTI ID:951162
An overview of the Lawrence Discrete Element Code (LDEC) is presented, and results from a study investigating the effect of explosive and impact loading on geologic materials using the Livermore Distinct Element Code (LDEC) are detailed. LDEC was initially developed to simulate tunnels and other structures in jointed rock masses using large numbers of polyhedral blocks. Many geophysical applications, such as projectile penetration into rock, concrete targets, and boulder fields, require a combination of continuum and discrete methods in order to predict the formation and interaction of the fragments produced. In an effort to model this class of problems, LDEC now includes implementations of Cosserat point theory and cohesive elements. This approach directly simulates the transition from continuum to discontinuum behavior, thereby allowing for dynamic fracture within a combined finite element/discrete element framework. In addition, there are many application involving geologic materials where fluid-structure interaction is important. To facilitate solution of this class of problems a Smooth Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) capability has been incorporated into LDEC to simulate fully coupled systems involving geologic materials and a saturating fluid. We will present results from a study of a broad range of geomechanical problems that exercise the various components of LDEC in isolation and in tandem.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-48
- OSTI ID:
- 951162
- Report Number(s):
- LLNL-JRNL-402553
- Journal Information:
- Geomechanics and Geoengineering, vol. 4, no. 1, March 1, 2009, pp. 91-101, Journal Name: Geomechanics and Geoengineering, vol. 4, no. 1, March 1, 2009, pp. 91-101 Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 4
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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