Partitioned Strong Coupling of Discrete Elements with Large Deformation Structural Finite Elements to Model Impact on Highly Flexible Tension Structures

Figure 18

Picture of protection net and corresponding numerical model, including the net as cable structure and two impacting rocks modelled as single DEM particles. The one particle is chosen to be so small that it falls through the net, to verify the correct coupling detection. (a) Route Chalais-Vercorin, Valais [45]. (b) Numerical DEM-FEM coupled model.

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