Rheological Equations of State of Concrete
- Authors: Larionov E.A.1, Agapov V.P.1, Markovich A.S.1,2, Aidemirov K.R.3
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Affiliations:
- RUDN University
- Moscow State University of Civil Engineering (National Research University)
- Daghestan State Technical University
- Issue: Vol 21, No 5 (2025)
- Pages: 414-431
- Section: Analytical and numerical methods of analysis of structures
- URL: https://journals.rcsi.science/1815-5235/article/view/380174
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.22363/1815-5235-2025-21-5-414-431
- EDN: https://elibrary.ru/ECUDSM
- ID: 380174
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Abstract
A quasilinear representation of a nonlinear rheological equation of concrete state has been established, derived on the basis of the concept of statistical strength distribution of individual fractions combined to form a structural element. In the nonlinear formulation for ageless concrete, L. Boltzmann’s well-known principle of superposition of creep deformations is realized by increments of structural stress of fractions capable of force resistance under non-decreasing loading. For aging concrete, in contrast to previous approaches, the superposition of partial increments of deformations generated by increments in stress levels is implemented. This leads to the correct consideration of concrete aging, clarifying the type of known rheological equations. Quasilinear forms of rheological equations that are convenient in applications are given. The concept of the strength structure of concrete and the identity of the aging functions of strength, modulus of elasticity and creep make it possible to reduce the creep equation to a linear differential equation with constant coefficients. This simplifies, in particular, the solution of stress relaxation problems, which are important in the calculations of structures for long-term safety.
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Evgeny A. Larionov
RUDN University
Email: evgenylarionov39@yandex.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0002-4906-5919
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Construction Technology and Structural Materials, Engineering Academy
6 Miklukho-Maklaya St, Moscow, 117198, Russian FederationVladimir P. Agapov
RUDN University
Email: agapovpb@mail.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0002-1749-5797
SPIN-code: 2422-0104
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Construction Technology and Structural Materials, Academy of Engineering
6 Miklukho-Maklaya St, Moscow, 117198, Russian FederationAlexey S. Markovich
RUDN University; Moscow State University of Civil Engineering (National Research University)
Author for correspondence.
Email: markovich-as@rudn.ru
ORCID iD: 0000-0003-3967-2114
SPIN-code: 9203-1434
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of Construction Technology and Structural Materials, Academy of Engineering, RUDN University; Professor of the Department of Metal and Timber Structures, National Research Moscow State University of Civil Engineering
26 Yaroslavl Highway, Moscow, 129337, Russian FederationKurban R. Aidemirov
Daghestan State Technical University
Email: kyrayd@mail.ru
ORCID iD: 0009-0005-1474-4275
SPIN-code: 8167-4343
PhD, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Building Structures and Hydraulic Structures
70, I. Shamily avenue, Makhachkala, 367026, Russian FederationReferences
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