@misc{SchwitzkeBachmannNoacketal., author = {Schwitzke, Marko and Bachmann, Volkmar and Noack, Matthias and Freyer, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Methodische Ans{\"a}tze zum Rissmonitoring an Bauteilen durch automatisierte digitale Analyse}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {85}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {11}, issn = {0005-6650}, pages = {455 -- 459}, language = {de} } @misc{PasternakKrauscheLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Schweißen von Tr{\"a}gern mit dicken Blechen, Teil 2: Schweißen unter Baustellenbedingungen - Montagestoß und Variation der Umgebungstemperatur}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {89}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {12}, issn = {0005-6650}, pages = {537 -- 547}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{PasternakLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Erh{\"o}hung der Tragf{\"a}higkeit geschweißter I-Profile aus hochfestem Baustahl - Verbesserte Ans{\"a}tze zur Eigenspannungserfassung}, series = {19. DASt-Forschungskolloquium, 27.-28.Oktober 2014, Hannover}, booktitle = {19. DASt-Forschungskolloquium, 27.-28.Oktober 2014, Hannover}, publisher = {DASt}, address = {D{\"u}sseldorf}, isbn = {978-3-929371-33-8}, language = {de} } @misc{PasternakKrauscheLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Schweißen von Tr{\"a}gern mit dicken Blechen, Teil 1: Tr{\"a}gerfertigung unter Werksbedingungen - Planung, Herstellung und Simulation}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {89}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {10}, issn = {1436-4867}, pages = {395 -- 404}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{KrauscheLaunert, author = {Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Schweißen dicker Bleche unter Baustellenbedingungen}, series = {BTU Stahlbau-Symposium 2014, Cottbus, 2014}, booktitle = {BTU Stahlbau-Symposium 2014, Cottbus, 2014}, publisher = {BTU}, address = {Cottbus [u.a.]}, pages = {17 -- 24}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{MoradiLaunert, author = {Moradi, Milad and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Welding induced stresses and deformation in tubes}, series = {BTU Stahlbau-Symposium 2014}, booktitle = {BTU Stahlbau-Symposium 2014}, publisher = {BTU}, address = {Cottbus [u.a.]}, pages = {91 -- 98}, language = {en} } @misc{PasternakLaunertKrausche, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin and Krausche, Thomas}, title = {Welding of girders with thick plates — Fabrication, measurement and simulation}, series = {Journal of Constructional Steel Research}, volume = {Vol. 115}, journal = {Journal of Constructional Steel Research}, issn = {0143-974X}, doi = {10.1016/j.jcsr.2015.08.037}, pages = {407 -- 416}, abstract = {This article presents experimental and numerical results of the fabrication of welded plate girders under workshop conditions. Main concerns are the prediction of imperfections with the aid of simulation tools and/or simplified engineering models. Their impact on the component design is evaluated in a case study. Special focus is put on the effect of residual welding stress. For this, different simplified distributions are compared with results from welding simulation. The findings confirm the thesis that present recommendations on the implementation of weld-induced imperfections must be rated conservative. This suggests that it is necessary to establish new models. Guidance on future problems in this context will be given.}, language = {en} } @book{NitschkePagelKlassenPasternaketal., author = {Nitschke-Pagel, Thomas and Klassen, Jakob and Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin and Krausche, Thomas}, title = {P 858 - Schweißen dicker Bleche unter Baustellenbedingungen - Beurteilung des Einflusses auf das Tragverhalten von Montagest{\"o}ßen}, publisher = {Verlag und Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH}, address = {D{\"u}sseldorf}, isbn = {978-3-942541-69-5}, abstract = {Beim Aufbau großer Stahlstrukturen im Br{\"u}cken- oder Stahlhochbau wird heute vermehrt auf modulare Fabrikfertigung gesetzt. Ein F{\"u}gen dieser Module auf der Baustelle zu einer Gesamtstruktur ist aber weiterhin notwendig. Als F{\"u}geverfahren wird hier h{\"a}ufig das MAG-Mehrlagenschweißen eingesetzt. Gerade an dicken Blechen stellen Baustellenschweißungen nicht nur besondere Anforderungen an den ausf{\"u}hrenden Betrieb, die Bauleitung und Bau{\"u}berwachung, sondern auch an den Konstrukteur. Wichtig f{\"u}r den Konstrukteur ist die Kenntnis der sich durch Schweißungen einstellenden Schrumpfung der Bauteile, der auftretenden Verz{\"u}ge und Eigenspannungen. Gerade bei Baustellenschweißungen m{\"u}ssen diese Aspekte in der Konstruktionsphase der Einzelkomponenten mit ber{\"u}cksichtigt werden, um die erforderlichen Toleranzen bei der Montage einzuhalten. Eine genaue Kenntnis der durch Schweißungen verursachten Ph{\"a}nomene ist in den Konstruktions- und Montagebetrieben oft nur aus mehrj{\"a}hrigen Erfahrungen vorhanden. Ein grundlegendes, vollst{\"a}ndiges Bild der Abl{\"a}ufe beim Schweißen auf der Baustelle, das es erm{\"o}glicht, dieses Wissen auf neue Konstruktionen zu {\"u}bertragen, fehlt bisher. Insbesondere f{\"u}r die immer {\"o}fter im Br{\"u}cken- und Stahlhochbau eingesetzten h{\"o}herfesten Feinkornbaust{\"a}hle (z.B. S460) ist die Kenntnis des Verhaltens bei Baustellenschweißungen notwendig. Hier setzt der Forschungsantrag an. Mit Hilfe der Schweißsimulation k{\"o}nnen die Auswirkungen von Schweißn{\"a}hten, wie die Entstehung von Verz{\"u}gen und Eigenspannungen am Bauteil, global dargestellt werden. Eine anschließende Struktursimulationen (Festigkeits- und Steifigkeitsberechnungen) mit aus der Schweißsimulation integrierten Ergebnissen bildet die Basis f{\"u}r erg{\"a}nzende Untersuchungen. Montagest{\"o}ße sind außerdem durch Verschmutzung und Witterung negativ beeinflusst. Die Montage kann beispielsweise bei niedrigen Temperaturen unterhalb des Gefrierpunkts durchgef{\"u}hrt werden m{\"u}ssen. Diese Situation wurde in einer Klimakammer simuliert und die Auswirkungen der Umgebungstemperatur bei der Montage auf das Tragverhalten der Verbindung untersucht. F{\"u}r die im Rahmen des Vorhabens untersuchten F{\"a}lle ist kein Einfluss variierender Umgebungstemperaturen bis -10 °C auf die resultierenden Schweißeigenspannungen festzustellen. Der Vergleich von Verzug und Eigenspannung gegen{\"u}ber normativ vorgegeben Toleranzwerten sowie vereinfachten Ingenieurmodellen f{\"u}r die Approximation des Eigenspannungsverlaufs zeigt große Defizite. Bei realit{\"a}tsnaher Implementierung der Eigenspannungen in die Traglastberechnung k{\"o}nnen z.T. große Reserven im Rahmen der nichtlinearen Traglastberechnung ausgenutzt werden.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{LaunertRhodePasternaketal., author = {Launert, Benjamin and Rhode, Michael and Pasternak, Hartmut and Kannengießer, Thomas}, title = {Welding residual stresses in high-strength steel. Experimental results}, series = {The International Colloquium on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures}, booktitle = {The International Colloquium on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures}, editor = {Dubina, Dan and Ungureanu, Viorel}, edition = {2016 edition}, publisher = {Ernst \& Sohn}, isbn = {978-92-9147-133-1}, pages = {517 -- 524}, abstract = {This article presents the latest results of an ongoing national research project on improved models for the prediction of welding residual stresses of thick-plated welded I-girders. The experimental program is presented and the importance of different influencing factors on the residual stresses is discussed in detail. All results are compared for mild (S355J2+N) and high strength (S690QL) steel. Finally, conclusions for further works are drawn.}, language = {en} } @misc{LaunertRhodeKrommetal., author = {Launert, Benjamin and Rhode, Michael and Kromm, Arne and Pasternak, Hartmut and Kannengießer, Thomas}, title = {Measurement and numerical modeling of residual stresses in welded HSLA component-like I-girders}, series = {Welding in the World}, volume = {61}, journal = {Welding in the World}, number = {2}, issn = {0043-2288}, doi = {10.1007/s40194-016-0413-x}, pages = {223 -- 229}, abstract = {The present contribution shows the residual stress results obtained from experiments with the sectioning method in comparison to global (structural) welding simulation models on component-like (i.e., large scale) I-girders made of structural steel grades S355 and S690QL. Plates were welded by conventional gas metal arc welding using two different heat inputs. In addition, the base material was assumed to be approximately stress-free. Based on these results, conclusions and recommendations for the design of welded I-girders are drawn.}, language = {en} } @misc{LaunertSzczerbaGajewskietal., author = {Launert, Benjamin and Szczerba, Radosław and Gajewski, Marcin and Rhode, Michael and Pasternak, Hartmut and Giżejowski, Marian}, title = {The buckling resistance of welded plate girders taking into account the influence of post-welding imperfections - Part 1: Parameter study}, series = {Materials Testing}, volume = {59}, journal = {Materials Testing}, number = {1}, issn = {0025-5300}, doi = {10.3139/120.110964}, pages = {47 -- 56}, abstract = {Welding is the most important joining technique and offers the advantage of customizable plate thicknesses. On the other hand, welding causes residual stresses and deformations influencing the load carrying capacity. Their consideration in the design requires simple and fast models. Though welding simulation has contributed to accurately access to these values nowadays, their application to large components remains still in a less practicable range. Nevertheless, many studies emphasized the need to make corrections in recently available simplified models. Especially the influence of residual stresses seems somewhat overestimated in many cases if comparing conventional structural steel S355 and high-strength steel S690. In times of computer-aided design, an improved procedure to implement weld-inducted imperfections appears overdue. This will be presented in two parts. The first part illustrates the potential influence of post-welding imperfections exemplified for weak axis buckling in comparison with the general method in accordance with Eurocode 3. Residual stresses and initial crookedness were varied systematically in order to produce a scatter band of capacities. An approach to characterize the borders of these imperfections was undertaken before that. The excessive scattering of reduction factors for the load bearing capacity demonstrates the importance of these variables. Results were finally evaluated against advanced simulation models which will be further detailed in part two of this contribution.}, language = {en} } @misc{PasternakLaunertKannengiesseretal., author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin and Kannengießer, Thomas and Rhode, Michael}, title = {Advanced Residual Stress Assessment of Plate Girders Through Welding Simulation}, series = {Procedia Engineering}, volume = {172}, journal = {Procedia Engineering}, issn = {1877-7058}, doi = {10.1016/j.proeng.2017.02.013}, pages = {23 -- 30}, abstract = {This article provides an impression on potentials in applying nowadays welding simulation tools in construction design. This is carried out exemplary on plate girders from two structural steel grades. The calculated residual stresses are compared with measurements by sectioning method. It has been repeatedly stated that present Eurocode models fail to approximate the residual stresses. Especially for high strength steel (HSS) only limited information is available on realistic occurring residual stresses in typical I-girders. The investigations are aimed to give further guidance on these values. A few proposals on advanced models are discussed.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KrauscheLaunertPasternak, author = {Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {Welding effects in unregularly steel box girders}, series = {6th Structural Engineers World Congress (SEWC 2017), Cancun/Mexico}, booktitle = {6th Structural Engineers World Congress (SEWC 2017), Cancun/Mexico}, publisher = {Universidad Nacional Aut{\´o}noma de M{\´e}xico - UNAM}, pages = {6}, abstract = {Several approaches on geometrical and structural imperfections are given in the literature for I sections and rectangular box girders. Those approximations of the residuals stress state can be implemented into the structural analysis using multi-purpose FEM program packages. The knowledge of the stress state of free forming cross sections has still to be determined. To fulfil a safe design, the assumptions mostly will be very conservative due to the lack of the assumed stress state. This will result directly to increased thicknesses or additional stiffening of the plates. Not only the material cost will rise, but also the fabrication costs like welding will be affected. This paper aims to provide an overview on the possibilities in the numerical prediction of weld residual stresses and weld induced deformations for cross sections with unique shapes. With the obtained values the tendencies of the residual stress state and deformations will be used to optimize the design. A representative example on a section used in a steel compression ring of a realized roof is described and analyzed using a simplification of a numerical welding simulation. The reduced simulation of the originally transient weld procedure was held to a practically reasonable level and can be reproduced for similar problems. The calculations used the Abaqus Welding Interface (AWI) to automate working steps in conjunction with the definition of weld passes and their sequencing. The field of the method that is discussed also a need of further investigations to prove its applicability. Some experimental back up is requires to verify the result quality. Nonetheless, this method could already help to show up tendencies or to identify potential critical spots in the design.}, language = {en} } @misc{GarifullinLaunertHeinisuoetal., author = {Garifullin, Marsel and Launert, Benjamin and Heinisuo, Markku and Pasternak, Hartmut and Mela, Kristo and Pajunen, Sami}, title = {Effect of welding residual stresses on local behavior of rectangular hollow section joints. Part 1 - Development of numerical model}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {93}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {4}, issn = {1436-4867}, pages = {152 -- 159}, abstract = {Welded tubular joints are widely used in structural engineering due to their excellent resistance and stiffness in contrast to open sections, as well as simpler end preparation. Welding residual stresses that occur in these joints after the welding process can affect their structural behavior. Some recent experimental studies have shown that this effect can be considerable. This study numerically evaluates the influence of welding residual stresses on the behavior of rectangular hollow section T joints. The paper consists of two parts. Part I develops and validates a finite element model for the joints directly taking into account welding residual stresses by means of an upstream thermomechanical simulation of the welding process. It is proven that particular attention needs to be paid to the discretization of the model, the material properties and the adequate description of the weld heat input. The validation with experimental results shows that the developed numerical model properly captures the local structural behavior of tubular joints and can be efficiently used for further investigations. Part II employs the constructed model to investigate the effect of welding residual stresses on the resistance and initial stiffness of the considered joints.}, language = {en} } @techreport{LaunertPasternakRhodeetal., author = {Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Rhode, Michael and Kromm, Arne and Kannengießer, Thomas}, title = {Erh{\"o}hung der Tragf{\"a}higkeit geschweißter I-Tr{\"a}ger aus hochfestem Baustahl durch verbesserte Ans{\"a}tze zur Ber{\"u}cksichtigung von Eigenspannungen}, pages = {4}, language = {de} } @misc{LaunertPasternak, author = {Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {Weld residual stresses effects in the design of welded plate girders: Simulation and Implementation}, series = {Ce/papers}, volume = {1}, journal = {Ce/papers}, number = {2-3}, issn = {2509-7075}, doi = {10.1002/cepa.144}, pages = {1039 -- 1047}, abstract = {Eurocode 3 offers different possibilities on a numerically-aided design of welded plate girders. In this, a geometrically and materially nonlinear analysis of the imperfect structure (GMNIA) provides the theoretically highest possible degree of realism. A correct implementation of "imperfections" is of critical importance in the practical application of this method. The current design rules are based on long term experience in terms of traditional ("old") welding procedures and regular ("low strength") steel grades. Thus, they provide very approximate (but safe) rules for these structures. With the introduction of modern shop welding operations and materials, many of these assumptions seem to be over-conservative. A revision of these rules is being processed in different national and international research projects. This particular study focusses on the weld residual stresses and their effects in conventional steel S355 and high strength steel S690. Metal active gas (MAG) welding under shop welding conditions was used. The measurement of weld residual stresses on component-like samples (carried out by the BAM Bundesanstalt f{\"u}r Materialforschung und -pr{\"u}fung in Berlin) has been widely published. The hereupon based (simplified) welding simulation as part of a subsequent structural analysis is shown here. A novel numerical approach how to directly incorporate the results into large structural components models is presented. The capacity analysis is performed on a simple example for weak-axis buckling. The results indicate significant improvements in the utilization of load-bearing capacity and underline the superior buckling assignment for the S690 compared to conventional S355. The experimental validation of the findings is currently being prepared.}, language = {en} } @misc{KrauscheLaunertPasternak, author = {Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {A study on the prediction of welding effects in steel box girders}, series = {Ce/papers}, volume = {1}, journal = {Ce/papers}, number = {2-3}, issn = {2509-7075}, doi = {10.1002/cepa.500}, pages = {4410 -- 4416}, abstract = {For standard sections including I-girders and rectangular box girders, several approaches on geometrical and structural imperfections are given in the literature, which can be implemented in a numerical analysis. For complex sections, as found in many of today's lightweight roof structures, these assumptions are conservative due to the sections typically unique shape, which leads to increased thicknesses or additional stiffening of the plates. This, on the other hand, can significantly affect fabrication costs. This paper aims to provide an overview on the possibilities in the numerical prediction of weld residual stresses and weld-induced deformations for these sections. The obtained values can be used in a subsequent numerical analysis to understand the structural behavior and optimize the design. A representative example on a section used in a steel compression ring is described and analyzed using the numerical welding simulation. A simplification of the originally transient weld procedure is used in order to reduce computation times to a practically reasonable level. In this context, the Abaqus Welding Interface (AWI) helps to automate working steps in conjunction with the definition of weld passes and their sequencing, which shall be shown in here. The applicability of this method is discussed showing also a need of further investigations in this field. This is especially with regard to result quality, which requires some experimental back-up. Nonetheless, this method could already help to show up tendencies or to identify potential critical spots in the design.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{StapelfeldLaunertPasternaketal., author = {Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Doynov, Nikolay and Michailov, Vesselin}, title = {Numerische Festigkeitsberechnung einer versteiften Struktur unter Ber{\"u}cksichtigung realit{\"a}tsnaher geometrischer und struktureller Imperfektionen}, series = {110 Jahre DASt und 21. DASt-Forschungskolloquium an der Technischen Universit{\"a}t Kaiserslautern, 6./7. M{\"a}rz 2018}, booktitle = {110 Jahre DASt und 21. DASt-Forschungskolloquium an der Technischen Universit{\"a}t Kaiserslautern, 6./7. M{\"a}rz 2018}, publisher = {Deutscher Ausschuß f{\"u}r Stahlbau DASt}, address = {D{\"u}sseldorf}, isbn = {978-3-941687-27-1}, pages = {245 -- 249}, abstract = {Die Festigkeitsberechnung von Strukturen, zum Beispiel Platten oder Schalen, mittels der Finite-Elemente-Methode geh{\"o}rt schon seit l{\"a}ngerem zum Stand der Technik. Ber{\"u}cksichtigt werden bei der Berechnung sowohl geometrische Nichtlinearit{\"a}ten als auch das nichtlineare Verhalten des Werkstoffs. Die geometrischen und strukturellen Imperfektionen werden bei der Ermittlung der Festigkeit zumeist in ausschließlich geometrischen Imperfektionen, wie bspw. Kombinationen aus Fertigungstoleranzen und den Ergebnissen von Beulanalysen zusammengefasst. Zur Rechtfertigung dieser Vorgehensweise werden die geometrischen Imperfektionen gem{\"a}ß DIN EN 1993-1-5 erh{\"o}ht. In einem Kommentar zur selben Norm findet sich ebenfalls eine Empfehlung zur Ber{\"u}cksichtigung von Schweißimperfektionen in Form von vereinfachten L{\"a}ngseigenspannungsverl{\"a}ufen. Diese werden in Abh{\"a}ngigkeit der Fließgrenzspannung des Werkstoffs bei Raumtemperatur und der Dicken der F{\"u}gepartner angenommen. Sowohl die Annahme rein geometrischer Imperfektionen als auch die Ber{\"u}cksichtigung vereinfachter Eigenspannungszust{\"a}nde, sind mit Sicherheitszuschl{\"a}gen behaftet. Durch eine realit{\"a}tsn{\"a}here Ber{\"u}cksichtigung von strukturellen und geometrischen Imperfektionen, hervorgerufen durch Schweißprozesse, kann die tats{\"a}chliche Tragf{\"a}higkeit einer Struktur wesentlich exakter bestimmt werden. Inhalt dieses Artikels ist die Anwendung eines analytisch-numerischen Hybridmodells zur Schweißimperfektionsberechnung an einer doppelt versteiften Platte und einer anschließenden Festigkeitsanalyse. Eingangs wird das analytische Modell vorgestellt und auf die grundlegenden physikalischen Zusammenh{\"a}nge eingegangen. Es folgt die Erl{\"a}uterung des Kopplungsalgorithmus zwischen analytischem Modell und der numerischen Berechnung. Angewendet an der doppelt versteiften Platte, wird ein realit{\"a}tsnaher geometrischer und struktureller Imperfektionszustand berechnet. Eine anschließende Traglastanalyse gibt Aufschluss {\"u}ber das Verformungsverhalten unter achsialer Krafteinwirkung. Zur Bewertung der Ergebnisse wird ein Modell gleicher geometrischer Abmessungen und Werkstoffkennwerte aus der Literatur herangezogen. Berechnet wurden die ersten 6 Eigenformen mittels analytischer und numerischer Modelle sowie die Last-Verformungskurven unter der Annahme unterschiedlicher geometrischer Imperfektionen. Um die Vergleichbarkeit der Ergebnisse zu sichern, wird eingangs die Lagerung des Modells sowie der Kraftangriffspunkt in L{\"a}ngsrichtung invers, durch den Vergleich der ersten 6 Beulformen sowie der Last-Verformungskurven dreier Imperfektionen, bestimmt. Darauf aufbauen wird die Last-Verformungskurve f{\"u}r einen {\"u}berlagerten Imperfektionszustand berechnet, wobei die geometrischen Imperfektionen aus den Fertigungstoleranzen abgeleitet und die strukturellen idealisiert, gem{\"a}ß DIN EN 1993-1-5, gew{\"a}hlt werden. Abschließend werden alle Last-Verformungskurven einander gegen{\"u}bergestellt. Anhand des Vergleichs kann quantifiziert werden, wie konservativ die einzelnen angenommenen Imperfektionen sind und wie sich der Verformungsverlauf darstellt, berechnet man diesen unter Verwendung realit{\"a}tsnaher geometrischer und struktureller Imperfektionen.}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{RagotzkyLaunertKrausche, author = {Ragotzky, Birgit and Launert, Benjamin and Krausche, Thomas}, title = {Welding simulation for the calculation of the welding residual stresses in welded I-girders}, series = {Proceedings of the METNET Seminar 2017 in Cottbus}, booktitle = {Proceedings of the METNET Seminar 2017 in Cottbus}, editor = {Virdi, Kuldeep and Tenhunen, Lauri}, publisher = {H{\"a}me University of Applied Sciences (HAMK)}, address = {H{\"a}meenlinna, Finland}, isbn = {978-951-784-794-0}, pages = {56 -- 68}, language = {en} } @misc{GarifullinLaunertHeinisuoetal., author = {Garifullin, Marsel and Launert, Benjamin and Heinisuo, Markku and Pasternak, Hartmut and Mela, Kristo and Pajunen, Sami}, title = {Effect of welding residual stresses on local behavior of rectangular hollow section joints. Part 2 - Parametric studies}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {93}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {5}, issn = {1436-4867}, pages = {207 -- 213}, abstract = {Welding residual stresses that occur in tubular joints after the welding process affect their structural behavior. To ensure that these stresses do not negatively act on the load-bearing capacity of joints, their influence should be carefully investigated. This paper represents the second part of a study that numerically evaluates the structural behavior of rectangular hollow section T joints taking into account welding residual stresses. The finite element model developed in Part 1 is now used to evaluate their effect on the resistance and initial stiffness of tubular joints. The conducted parametric analyses show that welding residual stresses have a positive influence of 1-19 \% on the plastic resistance of tubular joints and insignificantly reduce their initial stiffness. At the same time, the behavior of the considered joints is found not to depend on the welding sequence.}, language = {en} } @misc{LiLaunertPasternak, author = {Li, Zheng and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {Application of the stochastic finite element method in welding simulation}, series = {Welding in the World}, volume = {62}, journal = {Welding in the World}, number = {5}, issn = {0043-2288}, doi = {10.1007/s40194-018-0596-4}, pages = {905 -- 912}, abstract = {Due to the uncertain microscopic structure of the material, the strength of the material exhibits strong randomness. This randomness results in uncertain response of the structure in the sequentially coupled thermal-mechanical analysis by welding simulation. Because of the limitations of deterministic welding simulation, the stochastic finite element method with random field will be introduced into the welding simulation, so that the welded structure can be more accurately calculated in the stability and reliability structural analysis. Particularly, it is necessary to propose reasonable distributions of residual stress from welding simulations based on statistical and reliability theories. This paper is intended to implement the stochastic finite element method in the welding simulation using a general-purpose simulation program and to demonstrate the potential of the proposed approach. Furthermore, the statistical distribution function of the welding simulation response is obtained by maximum entropy fitting method. Then, a numerical example is presented by the proposed method.}, language = {en} } @misc{StapelfeldLaunertPasternaketal., author = {Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Doynov, Nikolay and Michailov, Vesselin}, title = {Traglastberechnung versteifter Platten und Schalen unter Ber{\"u}cksichtigung realer Schweißimperfektionen}, series = {Bauingenieur}, volume = {93}, journal = {Bauingenieur}, number = {10}, issn = {0005-6650}, pages = {403 -- 411}, abstract = {Imperfektionen, die bei Traglastberechnungen Ber{\"u}cksichtigung finden m{\"u}ssen, haben ihre Ursachen in Herstellungs- und Fertigungstoleranzen oder werden durch das Schweißen und den damit zumeist einhergehenden Nachbehandlungen in den Bauteilen hervorgerufen. Durch die W{\"a}rmewirkung des Schweißens entstehen sowohl sehr große Verformungen als auch signifikante Zug und Druckspannungen. Der strukturelle und geometrische Imperfektionsgrad wird somit maßgeblich von der Anzahl und der Lage der Schweißn{\"a}hte sowie den Schweißparametern bestimmt. F{\"u}r die Ber{\"u}cksichtigung in Traglastberechnungen ist ein physikalisch fundiertes Modell erforderlich, welches die Schweißimperfektionen schnell und pr{\"a}zise berechnet. Das gekoppelte analytisch numerische Hybridmodell erf{\"u}llt diese Kriterien. Die mathematischen Grundlagen des analytischen Modells sowie die Kopplung mit der numerischen Finite-Elemente-Berechnung werden eingangs vorgestellt und die Anwendung zur Berechnung von Verz{\"u}gen an einer Schiffsektion demonstriert. Darauffolgend wird das Hybridmodell an einer eben und einer gekr{\"u}mmten versteiften Platte zur Berechnung der Schweißimperfektionen angewendet. Anschließende Traglastberechnungen sowie der Vergleich mit den Ergebnissen unter der Annahme einer geometrischen Ersatzimperfektion in Form des kritischsten Eigenwerts gibt Auskunft dar{\"u}ber, welches Potenzial die realit{\"a}tsnahe direkte Ber{\"u}cksichtigung von Schweißimperfektionen birgt.}, language = {de} } @misc{DoynovStapelfeldMichailovetal., author = {Doynov, Nikolay and Stapelfeld, Christoph and Michailov, Vesselin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Distortion analysis of large scaled welded structures}, series = {Mathematical Modelling of Weld Phenomena 12 : selected peer reviewed papers from the 12th International Seminar Numerical Analysis of Weldability : September 23-26, 2018, Graz, Schloss Seggau - Austria}, journal = {Mathematical Modelling of Weld Phenomena 12 : selected peer reviewed papers from the 12th International Seminar Numerical Analysis of Weldability : September 23-26, 2018, Graz, Schloss Seggau - Austria}, editor = {Sommitsch, Christof and Enzinger, Norbert and Mayr, Peter}, publisher = {Verlag der Technischen Universit{\"a}t Graz}, address = {Graz}, isbn = {978-3-85125-615-4}, doi = {10.3217/978-3-85125-615-4}, pages = {254 -- 280}, abstract = {The work presents an innovative approach for simulation of welding induced distortions, which allows taking into consideration the local effects of the welding process as well as the global interactions in the structure. The approach bases on an integration of analytical and numerical calculation's procedures in a hybrid model, realized with the aid of the inherent strain concept. The analytical procedure calculates the shrinkage strain components and area of the plastic deformed zone, caused by welding. The calculated strains are then transferred to the global finite element model in order to predict the distortions and stresses in the structure after every welding stage, as well as their final state. The consideration of welding scenarios, weld sequence, clamping conditions and the assembling stages is done by taking into account the intermediate variation of the strain state during the manufacturing steps. The article gives the theoretical basis of the analytical model. The consideration of the essential physical relations is put into discussion. The application of the model is illustrated on complex structures. Its reliability and practicability are demonstrated by means of a validation study.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{StapelfeldLaunertPasternaketal., author = {Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Doynov, Nikolay and Michailov, Vesselin}, title = {The Influence of Geometrical and Welding Imperfections on the Strength of Stiffened Structures}, series = {High Performance Steel Structures Research Council (HPSSRC), Delft, Netherlands, 2018}, booktitle = {High Performance Steel Structures Research Council (HPSSRC), Delft, Netherlands, 2018}, pages = {191 -- 201}, abstract = {The strength calculation of stiffened plates and shells via finite element simulation has been part of the state of the art for a long time. Geometrical nonlinearities as well as the nonlinear material behavior are considered within the calculation. To simplify, both types of imperfections, geometrical and structural ones, are mostly combined in these strength calculations being considered as equivalent geometrical imperfections. Values for standard cases are included in EN 1993-1-5 in case of plated structures or 1-6 in case of shells. A second possibility is the separate definition of fabrication tolerances and residual stresses, as far as they are known. With increasing complexity of the structure, less information are however available on geometrical and particularly structural imperfections. Nevertheless, by means of a more realistic consideration of these values, the actual ultimate load can be determined significantly more exactly and the performance of high performance steel structures is increased. In the investigated cases, deformations and stresses arise mainly due to welding. Therefore, the topic of this article is the application of an analytical numerical hybrid model for predicting imperfections induced by welds. This is presented on an example of a stiffened steel structure and a subsequent ultimate load calculation. At the beginning the analytical model, its physical basis as well as the physical interrelationships are introduced and explained. This is followed by the explanation of the coupling procedure between the analytical model and the numerical calculation for the calculation of weld-induced deformations and residual stresses. The significance of the hybrid model is proven by means of a few sample applications. For a realistic determination of the weld imperfections in the investigated stiffened structure, the coupled hybrid model is used afterwards. An ultimate load analysis gives information about the load carrying behavior under axial loading. The results are compared with the results of an ultimate load analysis from a literature example assuming different eigenvalues with different scaling. The results underline the potential additional utilization of load bearing capacity by this new approach.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{StapelfeldLaunertPasternaketal., author = {Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Doynov, Nikolay and Michailov, Vesselin}, title = {Strength Calculation of Stiffened Structures Taking Into Consideration Realistic Weld Imperfections}, series = {European Conference on Residual Stresses 2018, ECRS-10, Leuven, Belgium, 11-14th September, 2018}, booktitle = {European Conference on Residual Stresses 2018, ECRS-10, Leuven, Belgium, 11-14th September, 2018}, editor = {Seefeldt, Marc}, publisher = {Materials Research Forum LLC}, address = {Millersville, PA}, isbn = {978-1-945291-88-3}, doi = {10.21741/9781945291890-39}, pages = {245 -- 250}, abstract = {The topic of this article is the application of an analytical numerical hybrid model for a realistic prediction of imperfections induced by welds. At the beginning, the analytical model, its physical basis as well as the physical interrelationships are explained. This is followed by the explanation of the coupling procedure between the analytical model and the numerical calculation. Afterwards, the coupled hybrid model is applied on the investigated stiffened curved structure for the determination of the weld imperfections. An ultimate load analysis gives information about the load carrying behavior under axial loading. The results are compared against the traditional approach using eigenmode-based imperfections. The comparison underlines the potential additional utilization of load bearing capacity by this new approach.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{GarifullinLaunertHeinisuoetal., author = {Garifullin, Marsel and Launert, Benjamin and Heinisuo, Markku and Pasternak, Hartmut and Mela, Kristo and Pajunen, Sami}, title = {Effect of Welding Residual Stresses on Behavior of Tubular T Joints}, series = {17th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering}, booktitle = {17th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering}, pages = {8}, abstract = {Welded tubular joints are widely used in structural engineering due to their excellent resistance and stiffness, as well as simple connection. However, the welding process induces residual stresses in the welding area that can affect the structural behavior of joints. Currently very few papers investigate welding residual stresses in relation to tubular joints. This paper develops a finite element model of rectangular hollow section T joints considering welding residual stresses. Attention is paid particularly to welding sequences. The developed model is used to evaluate the effect of welding residual stresses on the resistance and initial stiffness of tubular joints. The results show that welding residual stresses increase the plastic resistance of rectangular hollow section joints under in-plane bending and axial brace loading.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KrommRhodeLaunertetal., author = {Kromm, Arne and Rhode, Michael and Launert, Benjamin and Dixneit, Jonny and Kannengießer, Thomas and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {Combining Sectioning Method and X-Ray Diffraction for Evaluation of Residual Stresses in Welded High Strength Steel Components}, series = {Residual Stresses 2016 - ICRS-10}, booktitle = {Residual Stresses 2016 - ICRS-10}, editor = {Holden, Thomas M. and Mur{\´a}nsky, Ondrej and Edwards, Lyndon}, publisher = {Materials Research Forum LLC}, address = {Millersville, PA}, isbn = {978-1-94529116-6}, doi = {10.21741/9781945291173-28}, pages = {163 -- 168}, abstract = {Residual stresses and distortions in welded I-girders for steel construction are relevant when evaluating the stability of steel beams and column members. The application of high strength steels allows smaller wall thicknesses compared to conventional steels. Therefore, the risk of buckling has to be considered carefully. Due to the lack of knowledge concerning the residual stresses present after welding in high strength steel components conservative assumptions of their level and distribution is typically applied. In this study I-girders made of steels showing strengths of 355 MPa and 690 MPa were welded with varying heat input. Due to the dimension of the I-girders and the complex geometry the accessibility for residual stress measurement using X-ray diffraction was limited. Therefore, saw cutting accompanied by strain gauge measurement has been used to produce smaller sections appropriate to apply X-ray diffraction. The stress relaxation measured by strain gauges has been added to residual stresses determined by X-ray diffraction to obtain the original stress level and distribution before sectioning. The combination of both techniques can produce robust residual stress values. From practical point of view afford for strain gauge application can be limited to a number of measuring positions solely to record the global amount of stress relaxation. X-ray diffraction can be applied after sectioning to determine the residual stresses with sufficient spatial resolution.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{LaunertRhodeKrommetal., author = {Launert, Benjamin and Rhode, Michael and Kromm, Arne and Pasternak, Hartmut and Kannengießer, Thomas}, title = {Residual Stress Influence on the Flexural Buckling of Welded I-Girders}, series = {Residual Stresses 2016 - ICRS-10}, booktitle = {Residual Stresses 2016 - ICRS-10}, editor = {Holden, Thomas M. and Mur{\´a}nsky, Ondrej and Edwards, Lyndon}, publisher = {Materials Research Forum LLC}, address = {Millersville, PA}, isbn = {978-1-94529116-6}, doi = {10.21741/9781945291173-19}, pages = {109 -- 114}, abstract = {The nonlinear analysis became a common tool to precisely assess the load-bearing behavior of steel beam and column members. The failure level is significantly influenced by different types of imperfections, among geometric also structural imperfections (residual stresses). Here are still gaps in the knowledge. Nowadays, 3-D welding simulation developed to a level where it could provide reliable estimation of weld-induced distortion and residual stresses. Nevertheless, modelling and computational effort are still in a less practicable range. In this study a simplified procedure to implement residual welding stresses in continuous large scale members is proposed and the influence on the ultimate limit state of slender members in compression is evaluated for two common structural steel grades. The results showed significant improvements in the utilization of load bearing capacity compared with simplified design methods. The comparatively general approach in this study offers potential for future optimization.}, language = {en} } @book{PasternakStapelfeldLaunertetal., author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Michailov, Vesselin and Doynov, Nikolay}, title = {Ermittlung der Tragf{\"a}higkeit neuartiger st{\"a}hlerner Schalenbauwerke unter realit{\"a}tsnaher Ber{\"u}cksichtigung des Schweißverzugs}, publisher = {Forschungsvereinigung Stahlanwendung e. V.}, address = {D{\"u}sseldorf}, isbn = {978-3-946885-89-4}, pages = {227}, language = {de} } @inproceedings{PasternakLaunertKannengiesseretal., author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin and Kannengießer, Thomas and Rhode, Michael}, title = {Residual stresses and imperfections in welded high-strength I-shape members}, series = {Insights and Innovations in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, Proceedings of the Sixth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, Cape Town, South Africa, 5-7 September 2016}, booktitle = {Insights and Innovations in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, Proceedings of the Sixth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, Cape Town, South Africa, 5-7 September 2016}, editor = {Zingoni, Alphose}, publisher = {Taylor \& Francis}, address = {London}, isbn = {978-1-138-02927-9}, pages = {403 -- 404}, abstract = {This article addresses the imperfections caused by the weld assembly in I-shape sections made of two structural steel grades. Load influencing imperfections are assumed as deviations from the ideal shape (e.g. bending distortion) and longitudinal residual stresses. The quality of a numerically aided design of components exposed to either compression and/or bending is significantly affected, depending on these parameters [1]. The Eurocode provides robust simplified models. As a result, the Ultimate Limit State (ULS) is approached on a conservative basis. The following investigations are aimed at providing further guidance on these values in component-like specimens. The long term goal is an improved understanding of the load-bearing capacity of such sections. As a first step in this process, the experimental and corresponding numerical studies are presented.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{PasternakKrauscheLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Welded construction site joints in bridges}, series = {Steel Bridges: Innovation \& New Challenges, 8th International Symposium on Steel Bridges, Istanbul, 2015}, booktitle = {Steel Bridges: Innovation \& New Challenges, 8th International Symposium on Steel Bridges, Istanbul, 2015}, publisher = {Turkish Constructional Steelwork Association (TUCSA)}, address = {Istanbul, Turkey}, isbn = {978-605-65900-2-3}, pages = {315 -- 320}, abstract = {In large steel construction, as in steel bridges, construction site welds are made under difficult conditions such as low temperatures and wind. The comprehensive study will show not only test results from the analysis in the climate chamber (large scale test) with low temperatures (-20°C, -10°C) as well as numerical calculations with the help of welding simulation and non-linear structural analysis. Deflections and temperature are given and compared with traditional engineering models and advises for future problems are presented. For bridge girders with I cross sections, welded thick plates are used and there joining need to be considered precisely. Effect from welding, such as deflections and residual stresses, will have an outcome on the performed component. For welding of thick plates multi-layer welding is used. The edges need to be cut before welding. The preparation process needs to be considered as well as actual joining to have an economic performance. As joint geometry the Z-joint was chosen and investigated. Results from testing as well as from the welding simulation will be shown and compared. Thereby an engineering model will be consulted to evaluate the results. To evaluate the impact of the welding process a FEM load capacity calculation was performed and will be compared with test without imperfections from the joining process.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{PasternakKrauscheLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Welding of thick steel plates under site conditions}, series = {7th European Conference on Steel and Composite Structures, Eurosteel, Neapel, 2014}, booktitle = {7th European Conference on Steel and Composite Structures, Eurosteel, Neapel, 2014}, publisher = {ECCS European Convention for Constructional Steelwork}, address = {Brussels}, isbn = {978-92-9147-121-8}, pages = {109 -- 110}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{KlassenNitschkePagelDilgeretal., author = {Klassen, Jakob and Nitschke-Pagel, Thomas and Dilger, Klaus and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Welding of thick steel plates under rough environmental conditions}, series = {7th Asia Pacific IIW International Congress}, booktitle = {7th Asia Pacific IIW International Congress}, pages = {6}, abstract = {Large-scale steel structures are not created on the site. Assembly groups are prefabricated under shop conditions and transported to the site, where the final assembly process takes place. Due to the advantages of manufacturing in a workshop, e.g. the defined ambient conditions, those assembly parts are as big as the transportation possibilities. The final assembling on the site is exposed to the ambient conditions there, which is why assembling on site may be conducted at temperatures below freezing point. Thus high cooling rates induce phase transformations at low temperature and therefore local hardening and are also affecting shrinkage, distortion and residual stresses. Before approving the construction designers need to estimate occurring shrinkage, distortions and residual stresses never knowing what the construction workers on the site really do. It is impossible to supervise or monitor the whole assembling process. That is why it is necessary to think about possible worst cases like clamped welding components, although a clamp was not to be set. Construction workers might apply fixations in order to adhere to specifications, thus creating residual stresses which may have a significant impact on the fatigue behaviour of a construction. In this paper large-scale specimens are investigated. These were derived from actual bridge girders and welded in a climatic chamber simulating different cooling rates on the site (up to -10°C). Welding experiments were accompanied by distortion and temperature field monitoring. Afterwards residual stresses were determined using x-ray diffraction. Finally welding distortions and residual stresses are calculated using numerical welding simulation. The simulated and experimental results are compared.}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{PasternakLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Improved design approaches for the load bearing capacity of welded I-profiles from high strength steel considering realistic residual stresses}, series = {7th European Conference on Steel and Composite Structures (Eurosteel), Napoli, 2014}, booktitle = {7th European Conference on Steel and Composite Structures (Eurosteel), Napoli, 2014}, publisher = {ECCS European Convention for Constructional Steelwork}, address = {Brussels}, isbn = {978-92-9147-121-8}, pages = {159 -- 160}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{PasternakKrauscheLaunert, author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Welding of Thick Plates under Site Conditions - Evaluation of the Influence on the Structure Behaviour of Welded Assembly Joints}, series = {Design, fabrication and economy of metal structures, international conference proceedings 2013, Miskolc, Hungary, April 24 - 26, 2013}, booktitle = {Design, fabrication and economy of metal structures, international conference proceedings 2013, Miskolc, Hungary, April 24 - 26, 2013}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Heidelberg}, isbn = {978-3-642-36690-1}, pages = {455 -- 460}, language = {en} } @inproceedings{BachmannKrauscheLaunertetal., author = {Bachmann, Volkmar and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin and Klassen, Jakob}, title = {Schweißen dicker Bleche unter Baustellenbedingungen}, series = {18. DASt-Kolloquium, Aachen, 2012}, booktitle = {18. DASt-Kolloquium, Aachen, 2012}, publisher = {Frehner Consulting}, address = {F{\"u}ssen}, isbn = {978-3-929371-26-0}, pages = {113 -- 118}, language = {de} } @misc{WangEulerPasternaketal., author = {Wang, Jian and Euler, Mathias and Pasternak, Hartmut and Li, Zheng and Krausche, Thomas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Bending capacity of single and double-sided welded I-section girders: Part 1: Experimental investigations}, series = {Current Perspectives and New Directions in Mechanics, Modelling and Design of Structural Systems : Proceedings of The Eighth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, 5-7 September 2022, Cape Town, South Africa}, journal = {Current Perspectives and New Directions in Mechanics, Modelling and Design of Structural Systems : Proceedings of The Eighth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation, 5-7 September 2022, Cape Town, South Africa}, publisher = {CRC Press}, address = {Boca Raton}, isbn = {978-1-00-334845-0}, doi = {10.1201/9781003348443-159}, pages = {975 -- 980}, abstract = {The lateral-torsional buckling resistance of welded steel girders is affected by their residual stresses and geo-metric imperfections. Generally, both influences are mainly controlled by the manufacturing process, in partic-ular the welding of the girder. This paper presents experimental investigations on four laterally unbraced welded steel girders with thin-walled I-sections, whose flange-to-web junctions are welded from one or two sides to evaluate the fabrication influence. The investigations include lateral-torsional buckling tests under combined bending and torsion loading caused by three-point bending due to an eccentric vertical single force. The geometric imperfections of the welded test girders are determined by 3D laser scanning. The test results show that the influence of the geometric imperfections and the residual stresses on the lateral-torsional buck-ling resistance is limited for the tested girders.}, language = {en} } @misc{TankovaSilvaBalakrishnametal., author = {Tankova, Trayana and Silva, Lu{\´i}s Sim{\~o}es da and Balakrishnam, Marimuthu and Rodrigues, Dulce and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Tun, Tin Yadanar}, title = {Residual stresses in welded I section steel members}, series = {Engineering Structures}, volume = {197}, journal = {Engineering Structures}, issn = {0141-0296}, doi = {10.1016/j.engstruct.2019.109398}, pages = {24}, abstract = {Residual stresses have major influence on the stability of steel members. It is well-known that, due to the differences in manufacturing procedures, the residual stresses for welded and hot - rolled members are rather different. In the same way, despite several studies on residual stresses distribution and magnitude for hot-rolled members were already done, for prismatic and tapered welded I section steel members the investigation is still very scarce. In the current work, an experimental programme on the buckling resistance of tapered members, with different tapering ratios and section heights, was conducted and residual stress measurements were carried out using the sectioning method. Numerical simulations of the heat input during welding were also performed in order to predict the residual stress fields. A statistical analysis of the residual stresses distribution for welded I section members was performed, using the experimental and numerical results, as well as literature data. Systematized information on residual stresses distribution and magnitude was generated and some guidelines for the statistical characterization of residual stresses in welded members were proposed.}, language = {en} } @misc{StapelfeldLaunertPasternaketal., author = {Stapelfeld, Christoph and Launert, Benjamin and Pasternak, Hartmut and Doynov, Nikolay and Michailov, Vesselin}, title = {Improve load capacity calculations by considering realistic imperfections induced by welding for plates and shells}, series = {Stability and ductility of steel structures 2019 : proceedings of the International Colloquia on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures (SDSS 2019), September 11-13, 2019, Prague, Czech Republic}, journal = {Stability and ductility of steel structures 2019 : proceedings of the International Colloquia on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures (SDSS 2019), September 11-13, 2019, Prague, Czech Republic}, publisher = {CRC Press}, address = {Boca Raton}, isbn = {978-0-367-33503-8}, pages = {1059 -- 1067}, language = {en} } @misc{LaunertLiPasternak, author = {Launert, Benjamin and Li, Zheng and Pasternak, Hartmut}, title = {Development of a new method for the direct numerical consideration of welding effects in the component design of welded plate girders}, series = {Advances in engineering materials, structures and systems : innovations, mechanics and applications : proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics, and Computation (SEMC 2019), September 2-4, 2019, Cape Town, South Africa}, journal = {Advances in engineering materials, structures and systems : innovations, mechanics and applications : proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics, and Computation (SEMC 2019), September 2-4, 2019, Cape Town, South Africa}, editor = {Zingoni, Alphose}, publisher = {Taylor \& Francis Group}, address = {London}, isbn = {978-1-138-38696-9}, pages = {1143 -- 1147}, language = {en} } @misc{PasternakLiStapelfeldetal., author = {Pasternak, Hartmut and Li, Zheng and Stapelfeld, Christoph and J{\"a}ger-Ca{\~n}{\´a}s, Andreas and Launert, Benjamin}, title = {Considering realistic weld imperfections in load bearing capacity calculations of ring-stiffened shells using the analytical numerical hybrid model}, series = {Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures 2019 : Proceedings of the International Colloquia on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures (SDSS 2019), September 11-13, 2019, Prague, Czech Republic}, journal = {Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures 2019 : Proceedings of the International Colloquia on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures (SDSS 2019), September 11-13, 2019, Prague, Czech Republic}, edition = {1st Edition}, publisher = {CRC Press}, address = {London}, isbn = {978-0-429-32024-8}, doi = {10.1201/9780429320248}, pages = {882 -- 889}, language = {en} }