Novel numerical method for the analysis of semi-rigid jointed lattice shell structures considering plasticity

Abstract The joint bending and axial stiffness significantly influence the mechanical performance of lattice shell structures. However, most finite element models of the actual project established in the general finite element software are rigid or hinge-connected for simplicity. These characteristics are inconsistent with the actual situation and may lead to a large error. A novel numerical method was proposed in this paper to estimate the influence of joint stiffness, which includes bending and axial stiffness, on the mechanical behavior of lattice shell structures. This method can be used for inelastic analysis. First, the accuracy of the proposed element model was validated. The model was used to analyze lattice shell structures. The proposed element model can simultaneously consider semi-rigid joints and inelasticity with high accuracy, and it can be conveniently constructed in general finite element software.

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