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This study introduces the meshless Finite Block Method (FBM) for analyzing bimodular materials, which exhibit different elastic properties under tension and compression. The new method accurately simulates their nonlinear behavior in 3D semi-infinite structures.

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Area of Science:

  • Solid Mechanics
  • Computational Mechanics
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • The elastic modulus of certain materials varies between tensile and compressive states, presenting a challenge for traditional numerical analysis.
  • Modeling these bimodular materials requires specialized techniques to capture their inherent nonlinearity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a novel numerical method for analyzing three-dimensional semi-infinite structures made of bimodular materials.
  • To simulate the material nonlinearity arising from differing elastic moduli under tensile and compressive loads.

Main Methods:

  • The meshless Finite Block Method (FBM) was employed, utilizing Lagrange polynomial interpolation for shape functions.
  • A mapping technique transformed irregular physical domains into a normalized computational domain.
  • A shear modulus strategy was implemented to represent the nonlinear characteristics of bimodular materials.

Main Results:

  • The FBM was successfully applied to simulate 3D semi-infinite structures with bimodular material properties.
  • Numerical results demonstrated the method's capability in handling material nonlinearity.
  • The efficiency and accuracy of FBM were confirmed through comparisons with analytical and Finite Element Method (FEM) solutions.

Conclusions:

  • The meshless Finite Block Method (FBM) provides an effective and accurate approach for analyzing bimodular materials.
  • The developed shear modulus strategy successfully captures the nonlinear behavior of these materials.
  • FBM offers a viable alternative for simulating complex 3D semi-infinite structures where material properties differ under tension and compression.