Implementation of Fictitious Crack Model Using Contact Finite Element Method for the Crack Propagation in Concrete under Cyclic Load

Figure 8

Normal stress distribution along the crack. (a) Loading, 𝐷𝑦=0.04 mm, (b) unloading, 𝐷𝑦=0.04 mm, (c) reloading, 𝐷𝑦=0.04 mm, (d) loading, 𝐷𝑦=0.07 mm, (e) unloading, 𝐷𝑦=0.07 mm, and (f) reloading, 𝐷𝑦=0.07 mm.

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