Abstract

The paper presents new Object Oriented Formulation of the FE algorithm that encompasses traditional FE, Super Element, experimental data and rigid body mechanics in a single calculation environment. The new formulation is implemented in a software for dynamic crash simulation of an arbitrary 3D frame structure discretized into Super Elements and subjected to large dynamic crash loading. The paper presents basics of the general algorithm and element formulation. The theoretical part is followed by the discussion of benchmark tests and result of application of the real world structures.

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Author (organization or company)

• Kenji TAKADA（Tochigi R&D Center）
• Wlodek Abramowicz（Impact Design, EUROPE）

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Article of Honda R&D Technical Review Vol.15 No.1 (165 - 172)

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