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A contact problem aplication for the local behaviour of soil pile interaction (2017)
Kullolli, Borana ; Stutz, H. ; Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Dutto, Paola ; Baeßler, Matthias
The purpose of the work presented in this paper is to analyze locally (at the element level) the contact behavior of a soil-pile contact problem. Therefore, a 2D shear test is modeled using the Finite Element Method. The formulation of a 4 nodded zero-thickness interface element of Beer is chosen with a linear interpolation function. Four constitutive contact models adapted for contact problems have been implemented. The Mohr-Coulomb and Clough and Duncan models were chosen initially, due to the ease of implementation and few number of parameters needed. After, more complicated models in the framework of elasto-plasticity such as: Lashkari and Mortara were implemented for the first time into the finite element code of the shear test problem. They include other phenomena such as: relative density of soil, the stress level and sand dilatancy. From the results the relation between shear displacement and shear stress has been deduced. Finally, a discussion of the advantages and the drawbacks during computation of each model is given at the end.
A distinction between cyclically and dynamically loaded ballasted track (2014)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Rücker, Werner
This paper presents the impact of dynamic loading on the deterioration of ballasted track. Firstly it is discussed which types of loading can be observed at the track. The effects of cyclic and dynamic loading on the ballast assembly are discussed with respect to the different boundary conditions of physical model tests compared to those existing in reality. For dynamic loading, on the one hand, the displacements and rotations of single particles at the surface become more important. On the other hand, the load distribution caused by an impact like loading is different from a quasistatic loading. Finally, large scale tests are presented. When comparing the dynamic loading sequences with the solely cyclic loading, limits are found for a vibration level that is associated with an accelerated accumulation of permanent deformations.
A Distinction between cyclically and dynamically loaded ballasted track (2014)
Baeßler, Matthias
A generalized plasticity model adapted for shearing interface problems (2018)
Kullolli, Borana ; Stutz, H.H. ; Cuellar, Pablo ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Rackwitz, F.
The response of many geotechnical systems, whose structural behavior depends on shearing effect, is closely related to soil structure interaction phenomenon. Experimentally it is found that the localisation of these effect happens at a narrow soil layer next to the structure. Numerically, this behavior can be modelled through inter-face elements and adequate constitutive models. In this work, a constitutive model in the framework of Gen-eralized Plasticity for sandy soils has been chosen to be adapted for the interface zone. From the direct shear experiments a sandy soil at loose and dense states under different normal pressures is considered. The adapted constitutive model is able to reproduce contraction and dilatation of the soil according to its relative density and it shows a good agreement with the experimental data.
A method for system identification of a structure supported by nonlinear springs using evolutionary computing (2014)
Karabeliov, Krassimire ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rücker, Werner
A mechanical structure supported by nonlinear springs subjected to an external load is considered. If all mechanical parameters of the system were known, the displacement of the system subjected to this load could be easily calculated. If not all of the parameters are known, but the load and the displacement are measured at one location, an inverse problem exists. In the presented problem the nonlinear springs are unknown and have to be determined. At first glance a problem needs to be solved, which is underdetermined due to the number of unknown variables. However, evolutionary computing can be applied to solve this inverse, nonlinear and multimodal problem. Sometimes a prior knowledge exists on certain system properties, which is difficult to implement into analytical or numerical solver. This knowledge can play a decisive role in identifying the system properties and it can be easily included as boundary condition when applying evolutionary algorithm. This article examines how and under what conditions the spring resistances can be identified. The procedure is exemplified at a mechanical system of a pile foundation.
A numerical approach of the train-track interaction along discontinuous tracks (2016)
Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Baeßler, Matthias
This paper presents a three dimensional numerical model which is can be used to investigate the effects on the track and in its vicinity due to a train passage. The numerical model for train track interaction is based on a time domain dynamic finite element model. Due to the unbounded nature of the soil the truncated boundary of the finite element domain is modelled with the scaled boundary finite element method, which is a semi-analytical approach. The application for a heterogeneous track along the track line is exemplified by a track with a bridge structure, where close attention is paid to the wheel-rail contact force. The results indicate that the wheel-rail contact force is not symmetrical around the bridge structure and an optimisation in terms of a backfilling area and under-sleeper-pads can improve such a transition.
A numerical model for the transient analysis of offshore foundations under cyclic loading (2014)
Cuéllar, Pablo ; Mira, P. ; Pastor, M. ; Merodo, J.A.F. ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Rücker, Werner
A comprehensive numerical model for the analysis of offshore foundations under a general transient loading is presented here. The theoretical basis of the model lies on the Swansea formulation of Biot's equations of dynamic poroelasticity combined with a constitutive model that reproduces key aspects of cyclic soil behaviour in the frame of the theory of generalised plasticity. On the practical side, the adoption of appropriate finite element formulations may prevent the appearance of spurious numerical instabilities of the pore pressure field. In this respect, the use of a coupled enhanced-strain element is here proposed. On the other hand, the practicality of the presented model depends ultimately on its computational efficiency. Some practical recommendations concerning the solution strategies, the matrix storage/handling procedures and the parallel multi-processor computation are here provided. Finally, the performance of the model with a benchmark study case and its practical application to analyse the soil–structure interaction of an offshore monopile under a realistic transient storm loading are discussed.
A perspective on research on OWEA substructures considering the authorities approval process (2017)
Baeßler, Matthias
Die BAM unterstützt das Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt und Hydrografie bei der bautechnischen Bewertung von Tragstrukturen für Offshore-Windparks. Im Hinblick auf die vielfältigen nationalen Aktivitäten in Forschung und Entwicklung wird in der eingeladenen Präsentation auf Schwerpunkte behördlicher Erfahrungen und Bedenken Bezug genommen um eine Perspektive auf zukünftigen Forschungsbedarf zu eröffnen.
A study on diverse strategies for discriminating environmental from damage based variations in monitoring data (2018)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Hille, Falk
Right from the beginning of applying SHM to bridge structures it was obvious that environmental based perturbations on the measurement significantly influence the ability to identify structural damage. Strategies are needed to classify such effects and consider them appropriately in SHM. Various methods have been developed and analyzed to separate environmental based effects from damage induced changes in the measures. Generally, two main approaches have emerged from research activity in this fields: (a) statistics based tools analyzing patterns in the data or in computed parameters and (b) methods, utilizing the structural model of the bridge taking into account environmental as well as damage based changes of stiffness values. With the back-ground of increasing affordability of sensing and computing technology, effort should be made to increase sensitivity, reliability and robustness of procedures, separating environmental from damage caused changes in SHM measures. The contribution describes both general strategies and points out their Advantages and drawbacks. As basis, a review on relevant methods was conducted. The aim of the study is to classify approaches for separating damage describing information from environmental based perturbations in dependency of the SHM objective. And such, it is intended to describe a best practice in designing concepts for Monitoring infrastructure, naturally effected by environmental influences.
Aktivitäten der BAM zu Offshore-Windenergie (2018)
Baeßler, Matthias
Die BAM ist in vielen Bereich zum Thema Ausbau Windenergie, insbesondere für den Offshore-Bereich aktiv. Die Aktivitäten werden exemplarisch für die Tätigkeiten im Bereich FE, PAZ und BI dargestellt. Anlass war eine Zusammenkunft mit dem Verband der Betreiber (AGOW)
Aktuelle Entwicklungen und Herausforderungen bei Offshore-Gründungen mit Blick auf Forschung und Zulassung (2017)
Baeßler, Matthias
Der Seminarvortrag gibt einen Überblick über den Stand des Ausbaus Offshore Wind, der technischen Fragestellungen für die Tragstrukturen und Gründungen und die zu erwartenden Entwicklungen
An enhanced interface model for friction fatigue problems of axially loaded piles (2019)
Kullolli, Borana ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rica, S. ; Rackwitz, F.
The shaft bearing capacity often plays a dominant role for the overall structural behaviour of axially loaded piles in offshore deep foundations. Under cyclic loading, a narrow zone of soil at the pile-soil interface is subject to cyclic shearing solicitations. Thereby, the soil may densify and lead to a decrease of confining stress around the pile due to microphenomena such as particle crushing, migration and rearrangement. This reduction of radial stress has a direct impact on the shaft capacity, potentially leading in extreme cases to pile failure. An adequate interface model is needed in order to model this behaviour numerically. Different authors have proposed models that take typical Interface phenomena in account such as densification, grain breakage, normal pressure effect and roughness. However, as the models become more complex, a great number of material parameters need to be defined and calibrated. This paper proposes the adoption and transformation of an existing soil bulk model (Pastor- Zienkiewicz) into an interface model. To calibrate the new interface model, the results of an experimental campaign with the ring shear device under cyclic loading conditions are here presented. The constitutive model shows a good capability to reproduce typical features of sand behaviour such as cyclic compaction and dilatancy, which in saturated partially-drained conditions may lead to liquefaction and cyclic mobility phenomena.
Anwendung von kontinuierlichen sensor-basierten Monitoringverfahren zur Bewertung von Infrastrukturbauwerken (2018)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Schneider, Ronald
Kontinuierliche Sensorbasierte Bauwerksmessungen leisten einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Sicherheit von Verkehrsbauwerken. Hierzu werden im Vorhaben AISTec Referenzbauwerke und Referenzverfahren untersucht. Der Vortrag stellt die Expertise des FB 7.2, Herangehensweisen und Projektziele vor´.
Assessment and optimisation of bridge transition zones on the basis of a numerical model for train-track-bridge interaction (2014)
Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rücker, Werner
The main degradation process at bridge transition zones due to traffic loads is the appearance of differential settlements. Abrupt stiffness changes, repeating traffic loads and relative displacements of the superstructure ends on bridges often aggravate this problem. In this contribution, a 3D finite element (FE) model extended with a boundary formulation in the frame of the scaled-boundary finite element method (SBFEM) for a transient analysis of train-track-bridge interaction is presented. This numerical model permits an assessment of bridge transition zone with respect to permanent deformations of the track. The main focus lies on the modeling strategies for the vehicle and their impact on suitable assessment criteria for bridge transition zones. For this purpose, two different modeling strategies for the vehicle, a moving load model and a multibody model, have been compared and discussed on the basis of the assessment criteria. The results indicate that the model of the vehicle has a minor effect for an assessment on the embankment, but that the assessment on the bridge may show significant differences depending on whether the inertial components of the vehicle (multibody model) are considered.
Axial Bearing capacity of Pile Foundations for Offshore Wind Energy Converters (2013)
Baeßler, Matthias
Bauteilprüfungen mit großen Kräften (2016)
Baeßler, Matthias
Darstellung der Prüfmöglichkeiten mit großen Kräften für Bauteile in der Abteilung 7 der BAM.
Bauwerksüberwachung von Brücken im Kontext saisonaler Einflüsse (2016)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Hille, Falk ; Said, Samir
Anhand verschiedener Bespiele wird diskutiert, wie Temperaturbeanspruchungen in einer Bauwerksüberwachung sichtbar werden und wie sie zu bewerten sind. Insbesondere der Einfluss auf die Zustandsbewertung im Sinne der Standsicherheit stellt häufig eine große Schwierigkeit dar. Behelfsweise besteht eine grundlegende Möglichkeit darin, ein Tragwerk immer zu seiner schwächsten Phase, d.h. in der Regel im Sommer zu beurteilen. Wie aufgezeigt, können zudem statistische Verfahren geeignet sein, Tragfähigkeitsänderungen zu detektieren. Als wesentliche Zukunftsaufgaben werden verbesserte Detektionsalgorithmen und physikalisch begründete Modelle zum mechanischen Verhalten angesehen. Die Akzeptanz schwingungsbasierter Verfahren zur Detektion und Lokalisierung von Schäden in der praktischen Anwendung ist alleinig von der Fähigkeit abhängig, Einflüsse aus veränderlichen Umwelt- und Betriebsbedingungen, insbesondere aber die aus der Temperatur zu eliminieren. Da die in den letzten Jahren immer wichtiger werdenden stochastischen Verfahren zur Schadensde-tektion und -lokalisierung die (statistische) Charakteristik der Messdaten bereits implizit nutzen, sind hier Entwicklung, Anpassung und Anwendung statistischer Algorithmen zur Eliminierung der variierenden Umwelteinflüsse naheliegend. Auf der anderen Seite wird der saisonale Einfluss auf Bauwerksmessungen in sehr vielen Veröf-fentlichungen dargestellt und es werden häufig verdachtsweise begründete physikalische Zu-sammenhänge für das Verhalten aufgezeigt. Im Regelfall sind die Aussagen aber nicht experi-mentell überprüft und von eher allgemeiner Natur („Asphalt reagiert temperaturabhängig“). Ob-jektspezifische Zusammenhänge, beispielsweise über Versuch an Repräsentanten in der Klima-kammer ermittelt, könnten jedoch sehr hilfreich sein.
Bauwerksüberwachung von Brücken im Kontext saisonaler Einflüsse (2016)
Baeßler, Matthias
Im Übersichtsvortrag wird anhand verschiedener Bespiele dargestellt, wie Temperaturbeanspruchungen in einer Bauwerksüberwachung sichtbar werden und wie sie zu bewerten sind. Insbesondere der Einfluss auf die Zustandsbewertung im Sinne der Standsicherheit stellt häufig eine große Schwierigkeit dar. Behelfsweise besteht eine grundlegende Möglichkeit darin, ein Tragwerk immer zu seiner schwächsten Phase, d.h. in der Regel im Sommer zu beurteilen. Wie aufgezeigt, können zudem statistische Verfahren geeignet sein, Tragfähigkeitsänderungen zu detektieren. Als wesentliche Zukunftsaufgaben werden verbesserte Detektionsalgorithmen und physikalisch begründete Modelle zum mechanischen Verhalten angesehen.
Bemessung axial belasteter Offshore-Rammpfähle in der AWZ: Anforderungen, Erfahrungen und Empfehlungen (2016)
Baeßler, Matthias
Im Vortrag wird die regelhafte Bemessung axial belasteter Offshore-Rammpfähle in der Ausschließlichen Wirtschaftszone (AWZ) beschreiben. Hierbei werden die regulatorischen Grundlagen und spezifische technische und anwendungsspezifische Erfahrungen dargestellt.
Bewertung dynamischer Pfahlprobebelastungen an Bohrpfählen (2013)
Herten, M. ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Niederleithinger, Ernst ; Georgi, Steven
Bewertung und Optimierung von Brückenübergangsbereichen auf der Basis eines numerischen Modells für die Fahrzeug-Fahrweg-Brücken-Wechselwirkung (2015)
Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rücker, Werner
In diesem Artikel wird ein 3D FE-Modell für den Brückenübergangsbereich vorgestellt, das eine Bewertung hinsichtlich des Langzeitverhaltens ermöglicht und an dem Optimierungsmaßnahmen diskutiert werden können. Bestandteile des numerischen Modells sind das Fahrzeug-Fahrwegmodell mit Brückenstruktur und eine Randformulierung mit der SBFEM. Die hier diskutierten Optimierungsmaßnahmen fokussieren sich auf eine reine Anpassung der Fahrwegsteifigkeit durch elastische Elemente auf der Brückenstruktur.
Compaction grouting to improve the pile bearing capacity in non-cohesive soil (2019)
Geißler, Peter ; Schwarz, Johannes ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Hüsken, Götz ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten ; Morrone, C.
The aim of an ongoing research project is to develop a design approach for typical offshore driven piles (e.g. Jacket piles) based on the application of injections by compaction grouting directly at the pile shaft. The paper aims to present the results of laboratory and in-situ tests, which reveal the efficiency and the promising potential of the optimised foundation concept for a more economic dimensioning of pile foundations and to increase their bearing capacity in non-cohesive soil at any moment after installation.
Comparison of cracks formed in scaled grouted connection of offshore energy structures under static and cyclic loads (2019)
Hüsken, Götz ; Shamsuddoha, Md ; Thiele, Marc ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten
Global energy consumption will increase in the future necessitating both fossil fuels and renewable energy choices - especially wind energy. Such high energy demand requires installation of offshore energy structures, rigs, platforms and towers, which are susceptible to adverse environmental conditions along with maintenances. Due to their large size and remote locations, cylindrical grouted joints are often adopted between substructure and foundation in these offshore platforms and wind structures such as monopiles. However, these connections are composite structures with exterior sleeve, interior pile and infill mortar. Degradation and settlements were reported inside similar connections, which were installed in last three decades. Besides, grouting in the offshore sites were proven difficult to obtain ideal load bearing capacity. In-situ loading conditions were also found to be affecting the failure mechanism inside such connections. This study aims at characterizing the nature of cracks generated in these grouted connections under both static and cyclic loading. Scaled grouted joints were manufactured using a novel reusable mold, and connections were loaded to failure to visualize the main failure patterns. An assessment between failure under these two types of load is drawn along with comparison to previously available literature.
Comparison of static and dynamic load tests on bored piles in glacial soil (2014)
Niederleithinger, Ernst ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Georgi, Steven ; Herten, M.
BAW and BAM have performed a large scale comparison and calibration test on static and dynamic load capacity evaluation of bored piles in glacial sandy soil. The test was performed using eight piles at the BAM test site for technical safety at Horstwalde 50 km south of Berlin. The test area has been prepared and investigated in great detail using boreholes, cone penetration tests, pore pressure sensors and geophysical methods to assure controlled conditions for all piles and tests. The piles (10 m length, 0.9 m diameter) are mainly friction piles (low toe resistance) and have been checked by integrity testing. Five piles have been tested by five contractors using the dynamic method in a blind experiment, the other ones piles by static load and/or later on by the dynamic method. Some piles have been equipped with additional fibre optic Instrumentation which proved to be robust and helpful in interpreting the results of static, dynamic and integrity tests. We have experienced a deviation of the dynamic load test results gathered in the blind experiment from the static values of up to 20% in most cases, sometimes even up to 30%. This can be related to the known soil inhomogeneities, interpretation and modelling in CAPWAP and method inherent uncertainties. In cases where the static values were known by the testers for calibration, the deviations were significantly smaller. It has to be taken into account, that the two static load tests showed different results as well. Due to the low toe resistance, use of a big drop weight (11 tons) and large drop heights most piles suffered from cracking, which was clearly seen in follow up integrity tests and confirmed by excavation. The piles are available for further research.
Critical factors affecting the capacity of cylindrical grouted connections in offshore energy structures (2017)
Shamsuddoha, Md ; Hüsken, Götz ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten ; Thiele, Marc
Current trend suggests that global energy consumption will increase in the future. This growing energy demand and advancement of technology lead to explore all potential offshore fossil and non-fossil energy sources, necessitating erection of exploration and production structures, rigs, platforms and towers, which are susceptible to adverse environmental conditions along with their maintenances. Cylindrical grouted joints provide suitable connections between steel substructure and foundation in these offshore platforms and wind structures especially monopiles for ease of installation. However, these are composite connections with exterior sleeve, interior pile and infill grout. The capacity of these connections is affected by number of factors. The literature over last four decades by numerous researchers has shown the development of these connections with increasingly higher capacities and influences on these capacities due to various factors. This paper provides a comprehensive review on the factors affecting the connection capacity along with technical challenges for the future. Critical aspects and shortcomings of the current connection systems and potential solutions may be sought after for these issues are also discussed.
Dynamische Pfahlprobebelastungen an Bohrpfählen in einem Testfeld: Ein Ringversuch (2013)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Niederleithinger, Ernst ; Herten, M. ; Georgi, Steven
Dynamische Pfahlprobebelastungen an Bohrpfählen in einem Testfeld: Ein Ringversuch (2013)
Baeßler, Matthias
Einführung zum Workshop Groutverbindungen in der Betriebsphase (2017)
Baeßler, Matthias
Mit der Fertigstellung von mehr und mehr Offshore-Windparks rückt die Betriebsphase in den Mittelpunkt des Interesses. Hierbei sind auch die Groutverbindungen, die häufig so konzeptioniert sind, dass wenige Möglichkeiten zur Prüfung und Instandhaltung bestehen, von Interesse. Naturgemäß können auch kaum Erfahrungen für diese Ziele vorliegen. Der geplante Workshop hat folgende Schwerpunkte im Fokus: – Wiederkehrende Prüfung – Instandhaltung und Reparaturkonzepte – Inspektionskonzepte – Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung und – Schadensszenarien – Condition Monitoring Systeme (CMS) Beiträge aus dem Bereich Betrieb, Begutachtung, Forschung, Produktherstellung, Zertifizierung, behördliche Aufsicht und Condition Monitoring sind vorgesehen. Diskutiert werden sollen die technischen Anforderungen an die Überwachung im Betrieb im Hinblick auf die tatsächlich vorhandenen Probleme und Möglichkeiten. Die Präsentation leitet in die Thematik ein.
Ermittlung von Beanspruchung und Verformungen von Pfahlgründungen - Messverfahren und Applikation (2014)
Georgi, Steven ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Karabeliov, Krassimire ; Rücker, Werner
Vor dem Hintergrund einer angestrebten größeren Unabhängigkeit der Energieversorgung von fossilen Energieträgern hat die Windenergie in den letzten Dekaden zunehmend an Bedeutung gewonnen. Dabei wird insbesondere die Energiegewinnung offshore in der Deutschen Nordsee, auf Grund dort vorhandener stetiger Winde und sinkender Akzeptanz von Windkraftanlagen an Land, forciert. Im Hinblick auf die Gründung dieser Anlagen wird technisches Neuland betreten. Angesichts von Wassertiefen bis über 25 m erhalten aufgelöste Gründungsstrukturen wie Tripod und Jacket oft den Vorzug vor Monopiles. Letztere waren wegen der geringen Produktions- und Installationskosten, der bisher am häufigsten angewandte Gründungstyp in flacheren Gewässern. Monopile- und Mehrpfahlgründung unterscheiden sich wesentlich im Abtrag der Belastung durch Beanspruchungen aus Wind und Wellen in den umgebenden Baugrund. Während beim Monopile die zyklischen Momente über laterale Bettung abgetragen werden, entstehen an den Mehrpfahlgründungen axiale Zug- und Druckbelastungspaare in gegenüberliegenden Pfählen. Die zyklischen Belastungen von Monopiles sind demnach hauptsächlich in lateraler Richtung zu erwarten, während für Mehrpfahlgründungen die zyklische Belastung einen überwiegend axialen Charakter aufweist. Die zyklischen axialen Lasten in den Pfählen der Mehrpfahlgründungen können die axialen Tragfähigkeiten insbesondere am Pfahlmantel reduzieren und damit evtl, zu einem Versagen der Gründung führen.
Evaluating the degradation of ballasted track at bridges for high-speed railways (2014)
Baeßler, Matthias
Evaluating the degradation of ballasted track at bridges for high-speed railways (2014)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rücker, Werner
The bridge design for railway bridges is far more dependent on the interaction with the traffic and the carriageway than for road bridges. This is especially true for the specific demands of the track in highspeed railways. Both maintenance and safety of the track have to be considered. The most relevant sections for the design criteria can be located at the bridge transition zones. Based on experimental investigations it is shown that bridge joint displacements, changes in stiffness and uplifting of the sleeper are causes for an increased degradation and loss in strength of the ballasted track. With respect to high speed vibrations of the bridge deck can have an even more decisive impact. Bridge deck vibrations can lead to destabilization of the bailast. In a numerical study the behavior of the track at the bridge is illustrated.
Experimental investigation of fatigue process in concrete under high-cycle loading (2016)
Thiele, Marc ; Petryna, Y. ; Rogge, Andreas ; Baeßler, Matthias
Fatigue is of relevance not only for metals but also for concrete. The current knowledge about fatigue behaviour of concrete is, however, incomplete. This concerns especially the progress of fatigue which precedes the fatigue failure. Some macroscopic effects of this process are well known but the governing material changes behind them are still less studied. The focus of the present contribution lay on a systematic and comprehensive investigation of the fatigue process under cyclic compressive loading. The aim was to obtain a deeper insight and to provide a better understanding of the damage process in the material. Cylindrical specimens were tested with a number of cycles to failure between 106 and 107. Various methods of non-destructive and destructive testing were used to investigate macroscopic and microscopic changes in the material. One main result was that the changes in the macroscopic material behaviour could not be explained only by the development of micro cracks. The results indicated that the related changes in the fatigue behaviour originate rather from viscous processes in the cement stone, similar to the process of creep. A sound description of the possible processes was derived from the obtained experimental results which concerns material structure during fatigue loading. It has been shown that in case of isotropic material behaviour a stiffness reduction related to a scalar value could not capture the damage effect on the stress-strain relationship caused by fatigue.
Geotechnical and geophysical characterization of a pile test site in post-glacial soil (2013)
Niederleithinger, Ernst ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Herten, M. ; Rumpf, M. ; Tronicke, J.
Two research institutes are currently evaluating dynamic pile load testing methods on bored piles in a sandy environment. A test site has been prepared, which ensures comparable conditions at all pile locations and provides detailed knowledge on soil and other boundary conditions. A detailed site investigation program was performed at a dedicated area on the BAM test site south of Berlin, Germany. Undisturbed soil samples have been collected from boreholes. In addition several CPTs and geophysical surveys have been performed. The site consists mainly of well graded, partly well compacted medium sands. But at depth an inhomogeneous gravel layer was detected in some parts of the site. This has led to a redesign of the test piles. They are now shorter than originally intended to avoid gravel layers at depth and to ensure that the drop weight available for dynamic test is capable to mobilize the required load.
Großmaßstäbliche zyklische Versuche zum Zugtragverhalten von gerammten Stahlrohrpfählen (2017)
Karabeliov, Krassimire ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Baeßler, Matthias
Gerammte Stahlrohrpfähle sind das wesentlichste Gründungselement für Offshore-Konstruktionen. Typischerweise kommen diese als Monopiles oder als Mehrpfahlgründungen für Jacket-Konstruktionen zum Einsatz. Für die verhältnismäßig leichten Windenergieanlagen auf See wird bei Mehrpfahlgründungen regelmäßig die Zugtragfähigkeit maßgebend in der Bemessung. Zusätzlich sind Effekte aus wiederholten zyklischen Belastungen zu beachten, die sich auch auf die Zugtragfähigkeit auswirken können. Auch hier ergibt sich eine Besonderheit dadurch, dass im extremwertverteilten Lastspektrum wenige große (Wechsel-)Last-Amplituden entscheidend sind. Die gründungstechnischen Herausforderungen bei der Planung solcher Windparks auf See wurden von einer Reihe von Untersuchungen begleitet. Eine Versuchsserie zur Zugtragfähigkeit von großmaßstäblichen Pfählen wurde auf dem Testgelände der BAM nahe Horstwalde bei Berlin durchgeführt. Hierfür wurde ein Testfeld mit 10 Pfählen angelegt. Die Pfähle wurden monoton auf Zug und zyklisch belastet. Vergleichend wurden dynamische Pfahlprobebelastungen durchgeführt. Zwei der Pfähle wurden mit Dehnungssensoren instrumentiert und es konnte die Pfahl-Boden-Interaktion abschnittsweise ermittelt werden.
Großmaßstäblicher Versuchsstand für zyklisch axial belastete Pfähle (2014)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Rücker, Werner ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Georgi, Steven ; Karabeliov, Krassimire
Offshore-Pfähle in Mehrpfahlgründungsstrukturen wie Jacket-Gründungen müssen nach der Rammung überwiegend zyklisch axialen Belastungen widerstehen. Die Abmessungen der Pfähle werden sowohl von der inneren Tragfähigkeit und dem Ermüdungsverhalten des Stahlquerschnittes als auch von der äußeren Tragfähigkeit und der Pfahl-Boden-Interaktion bestimmt. Aufgrund der großen Zahl von Pfahlgründungen, die für aktuelle und zukünftige Windparkprojekte benötigt werden, besteht ein dringender Bedarf, die Dimensionierung und die damit verbundenen Kosten des Einzelpfahles zu optimieren. Bezüglich der Pfahltragfähigkeit sind wichtige aktuelle Forschungsthemen eine mögliche Traglaststeigerung durch Anwachsen und die geeignete Abschätzung der zyklischen Degradation. Zur Untersuchung beider Effekte wurde eine großmaßstäbliche Versuchsanlage auf dem Testgelände BAM TTS in Horstwalde nahe Berlin errichtet. Auf diesem Versuchsfeld können große Stahlrohrammpfähle zyklisch druck- und zugbelastet werden. Zudem kann die Untersuchung von Alterungseffekten durch zeitlichen Versatz zwischen den Messkampagnen untersucht werden. Erste Ergebnisse zeigen einen Anstieg der Pfahltragfähigkeit bis zu ca. 60 % nach einer Standzeit von ca. 18 Monaten. Für die Degradation der Tragfähigkeit der zyklisch belasteten Pfähle zeigen die ersten vorläufigen Ergebnisse ein zum Teil unerwartetes Verhalten. Zusätzliche Untersuchungen werden derzeit zur weiteren Abklärung durchgeführt.
Großversuche an Rammpfählen zur Ermittlung der Tragfähigkeit unter zyklischer Belastung und Standzeit (2013)
Rücker, Werner ; Karabeliov, Krassimire ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Georgi, Steven
Im Rahmen mehrerer vom Bundesumweltministerium geförderter Forschungsvorhaben untersucht die BAM Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung zusammen mit Partnern aus Industrie und Wissenschaft das Tragverhalten von zyklisch lateral und axial belasteten Rammpfählen für Offshore-Windkraftanlagen. Neben Modellversuchen im Labor werden hierbei auch Großversuche durchgeführt. In diesem Beitrag wird das neu erstellte Testfeld der BAM zur Prüfung von Pfählen in Horstwalde vorgestellt. In den laufenden Großversuchen werden Parameter wie Tragfähigkeitsminderung infolge zyklisch-axialer Lasten im Druck- und Zugbereich sowie die Zunahme von Tragfähigkeiten durch sogenannte Anwachseffekte untersucht. Bezüglich der zyklischen Belastungen werden insbesondere als unsicher anzunehmende Wertepaare in den derzeit verwendeten Interaktionsdiagrammen betrachtet, wobei hier das Hauptaugenmerk aber nicht nur auf dem Versagen des Pfahls, sondern auch auf der Ermittlung der Resttragfähigkeit nach definierten Zyklenzahlen liegt. Im Beitrag werden erste Ergebnisse zu den Anwachseffekten präsentiert und mit Ergebnissen aus der Literatur verglichen. Des Weiteren werden das Versuchsprogramm zu den zyklisch axial belasteten Pfählen vorgestellt und erste Ergebnisse gezeigt. In einem Ausblick werden weitere Ziele des Forschungsvorhabens beschrieben. Hierzu gehören die Validierung und Kalibrierung eines existierenden Modells zur Ermittlung der Tragfähigkeit unter zyklischer Belastung auf der Grundlage aktueller Messdaten am Pfahl.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Large-scale tests on driven piles for the investigation of pile capacity under cyclic loading and ageing effects. The cyclic behaviour of axially and laterally loaded piles for the foundation of offshore wind turbines is being investigated by the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in the frame of several research projects funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment and carried out in cooperation with industrial and academic partners. To this end, physical model tests in reduced scale as well as large scale field tests are being performed. This paper presents the new pile testing facility in the BAM's testing site at Horstwalde. The large-scale tests being performed there are aiming at the pile capacity degradation due to cyclic axial loading (both in tension and compression) as well as at the investigation of the capacity gains due to ageing effects (pile setup). Concerning the cyclic loading, the investigations have been mainly focused on special load combinations where there is little experience and where current interaction diagrams are loosely defined. However, the aim of the tests was not the cyclic failure, but rather the assessment of the post-cyclic capacity after the application of a pre-defined number of load cycles. Here, the testing program is summarised and some key results from the first testing campaign are discussed. The paper also presents some preliminary results concerning the capacity gains through ageing and compares them to previous experience from the literature. Finally, the paper gives an outlook on further goals of the current research projects, including the validation and calibration of a design model for the cyclic capacity of piles based on measured data from real piles.
Identification of failure pattern in cylindrical grouted connection for wind structures - a pilot study (2017)
Shamsuddoha, Md ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Hüsken, Götz ; Pirskawetz, Stephan ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten ; Thiele, Marc
At present, Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs) operating in onshore and offshore wind farms are primary sources of renewable energy around the world. Cylindrical grouted sleeve connections are usually adopted in these WTG structures to connect the upper structure and foundation for ease of installation. These structures including grouted connections experience considerable adverse loading during their lifetimes. Settlements were reported inside similar connections used in energy structures especially oil and gas platforms, which were installed in last three decades. Thus, repair and rehabilitation of such connections in existing wind structures should also be planned ahead to keep them operating in the future. The nature of failure and crack generation in grouted connections are crucial prior to adopt a strengthening strategy. This pilot study is carried out to actualize the failure mechanism in the grouted connection, when subjected to axial loading. A novel reusable scaled cylindrical grouted connection with shear keys was designed and tested for its load bearing behaviour. The mechanical test was accompanied by classical measuring techniques (e.g. displacement transducer) as well as non-destructive measuring techniques (e.g. digital image correlation (DIC), acoustic emission analysis (AE)). The failure mechanism incorporating slippage of the shear keys and cracking of the grout was investigated. The capacity and applicability of such test mould were also discussed. The knowledge is expected to pave way towards repair of deteriorated grouted connections with similar geometry and failure pattern.
Impact of environmental based effects on SHM strategies (2019)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Bhuyan, Delwar ; Hille, Falk ; Viefhues, Eva ; Döhler, M. ; Mevel, L.
Environmental based perturbations influence significantly the ability to identify structural dam-age in Structural Health Monitoring. Strategies are needed to classify such effects and consider them appropri-ately in SHM. It has to be considered if seasonal effects just mask the structural response or if temperature itself correlates to a weakening of the structure. Various methods have been developed and analyzed to separate environmental based effects from damage induced changes in the measures. Generally, two main approaches have emerged from research activity in this fields: (a) statistics-based tools analyzing patterns in the data or in computed parameters and (b) methods, utilizing the structural model of the bridge considering environmental as well as damage-based changes of stiffness values. With the background of increasing affordability of sensing and computing technology, effort should be made to increase sensitivity, reliability and robustness of proce-dures, separating environmental from damage caused changes in SHM measures. The contribution describes an attempt to evaluate both general strategies, their advantages and drawbacks. In addition, two vibration moni-toring procedures are introduced, allowing for temperature-based perturbations of the monitoring data.
Impact of environmental based effects on SHM strategies (2019)
Baeßler, Matthias
Anwendungen der Bauwerksüberwachung werden häufig stark von jahreszeitlichen Einflüssen wie Temperaturbeanspruchungen beeinflusst. Der Beitrag diskutiert Probleme und Lösungen zum Umgang mit diesen Einflüssen.
Improvement of the Bearing Capacity of Offshore Pile Foundations (2018)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Zobel, D.
The Presentation gives an overview about Background, Needs and challenges with respect to pile design and modular pile capacity increase in the Frame of Offshore-Wind Foundations. Results and ideas of the Project TOP are presented. The presentation is prepared jointly by TUHH and BAM.
Influence of structural stiffness on ratcheting convection cells of granular soil under cyclic lateral loading (2017)
Zorzi, G. ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Gabrieli, Fabio
In granular soils, long-term cyclically loaded structures can lead to an accumulation of irreversible strain by forming closed convective cells in the upper layer of the bedding. The size of the convective cell, its formation and grain migration inside this closed volume have been studied with reference to different stiffness of the embedded structure and different maximum force amplitudes applied at the head of the structure. This relation was experimentally investigated by applying a cyclic lateral force to a scaled flexible vertical element embedded in a dry granular soil. The model was monitored with a camera in order to derive the displacement field by means of the PIV technique. Furthermore, the ratcheting convective cell was also simulated with DEM with the aim of extracting some micromechanical information. The main results regarded the different development, shape and size of the convection cell and the surface settlements.
Insights into compaction grouting for offshore pile foundations (2018)
Geißler, Peter ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Hüsken, Götz ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten ; Baeßler, Matthias
The authors are currently investigating the possibility to apply compaction grouting for offshore pile foundations (Jacket piles as well as monopiles) as a possible retrofitting technique for an optimised foundation concept. In this research project, we are developing a design approach aiming to predict the ideal amount and properties of a grout for a specific soil situation and desired improvement of pile bearing capacity after Installation and during service time. Both numerical and experimental tests have been carried out to investigate the injection process during which a highly viscous grout is injected into the soil under high pressure to displace and compact the surrounding soil without fracturing it. The implicit Material Point Method (MPM) based on a mixed formulation is the numerical technique chosen to deal with the expected large deformations and the arbitrary shape of the developing grout bulb. The usage of MPM prevents both the need of remeshing and the numerical instability induced by extensive mesh distortion. For validation with experimental results, we have constructed a testing chamber with one transparent sidewall. This chamber enables us to observe the injection process directly at the transparent vertical window and to measure the in-plane soil displacements and strains by means of the Digital Image Correlation (DIC) technique. The results already reveal the interrelation of soil and grout properties for a successful usage of this common ground improvement technique.
Large scale model tests on cyclically and dynamically loaded ballasted track (2013)
Baeßler, Matthias
Large-scale testing facility for cyclic axially loaded piles (2013)
Baeßler, Matthias ; Rücker, Werner ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Georgi, Steven ; Karabeliov, Krassimire
Offshore piles have to withstand predominantly cyclic axial loads when they are installed in multi-pile configurations, as in jacket foundations. The dimensions of the pile are governed by both the internal capacity and the fatigue behaviour of the steel cross-section as well as by its external capacity in the pile-soil interaction. Owing to the large numbers of piled foundations required for current and future offshore wind farms, there is an urgent need to optimize the dimensions and related costs of single piles. With regard to the pile capacity, two major topics of research are the determination of possible capacity gains due to pile ageing effects and proper consideration of cyclic degradation. In order to investigate both effects, a large-scale testing facility has been constructed at the BAM TTS site in Horstwalde near Berlin. This open-air facility allows large tubular driven piles to be loaded cyclically in both tension and compression while studying the ageing effects by introducing delays between the testing campaigns. First results already show a moderate increase in pile capacity over time. Concerning the anticipated capacity degradation of cyclically loaded piles, preliminary results show an unexpected behaviour. Additional tests are currently being conducted for further clarification.
Long-term mechanical and shrinkage properties of cementitious grouts for structural repair (2019)
Shamsuddoha, Md ; Hüsken, Götz ; Schmidt, Wolfram ; Kühne, Hans-Carsten ; Baeßler, Matthias
Grouts have numerous applications in construction industry such as joint sealing, structural repair, and connections in precast elements. They are particularly favoured in rehabilitation of structures due to penetrability and convenience of application. Grouts for repair applications typically require high-performance properties such as rapid strength development and superior shrinkage characteristics. Sometimes industrial by-products referred as supplementary cementitious materials (SCM) are used with neat cement due to their capabilities to provide binding properties at delayed stage. Micro silica, fly ash and metakaolin are such SCMs, those can modify and improve properties of cement products. This study aims at investigating long-term mass loss and linear shrinkage along with long-term compressive and flexural strength for grouts produced from ultrafine cement and SCMs. A series of mixtures were formulated to observe the effect of SCMs on these grout properties. Properties were determined after 365 days of curing at 23oC and 55% relative humidity. The effect of SCMs on the properties are characterised by statistical models. Response surfaces were constructed to quantify these properties in relation to SCMs replacement. The results suggested that shrinkage was reduced by metakaolin, while micro silica and fly ash had positive effects on compressive and flexural strength, respectively.
Modelling and calibration for cyclic soil-structure interface behaviour (2019)
Kullolli, Borana ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Stutz, H. H.
The structural performance of many geotechnical systems (e.g. axially-loaded pile foundations), depends on the shearing resistance at the soil interface, which may govern the load bearing capacity of the foundation. Experimental investigations have shown that this interaction is mainly localised within a narrow shear band next to the structure. Under cyclic loading, a contraction of the soil at the interface may arise (net volume loss), possibly leading to a stress relaxation and thus to a reduction of the load bearing capacity (the so-called friction fatigue). Based on the constitutive similarities between soil continua and interfaces, we propose here the adaption of a Generalized Plasticity model for sandy soils for the numerical analysis of interface problems. In this contribution, the results of an experimental campaign for the parameter calibration of the constitutive model are presented. The tests have been conducted with a ring shear device involving different normal stresses, roughness of the steel plates as well as cyclic loading. The new modelling approach shows promising results and has the additional practical advantage that the interface zone and the soil continuum can both be described with the same constitutive model in general boundary value problems.
Numerical modeling of train-track-interaction at bridge transition zones considering the long-term behaviour (2013)
Bronsert, Jeffrey ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Rücker, Werner
On contact problem application for the local behavior of soil-pile interaction (2017)
Kullolli, Borana ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Baeßler, Matthias
In this paper a shear test, which helps to study local behavior of the soil-pile interaction, is modelled numerically with the Finite Element Method as a 2D plane strain problem. A normal pressure on top and shear displacement on side were applied. So far, the material behavior was considered elastic for the sake of simplicity. The effect of thickness on contact elements and the presence of in plane stress has been highlighted. The purpose of the paper is to find a suitable contact element which represents more close to reality a soil-pile interaction problem under cyclic axial loading. Moreover, an insight on the presence of in-plane stress shows that it needs to be considered cautiously.
Perspektiven für die Forschung an Schienenfahrwegen (2017)
Baeßler, Matthias
Die BAM hat große Kompetenzen und Erfahrungen in der Forschung an Schienenfahrwegen. Aus dem Blick der Abteilung 7 werden Perspektiven aufgezeigt.
Please Avoid Tilting - Application-Oriented Design and Monitoring Model for Foundation Structures Subjected to Cyclic Loads (2017)
Rücker, Werner ; Cuéllar, Pablo ; Georgi, Steven ; Karabeliov, Krassimire ; Baeßler, Matthias ; Johnsen, Björn
A great deal is possible, even on the seabed. Together, wind and waves shake the foundations of the offshore wind turbines. "ere is also the “normal” current and ebb and #ow of the tides that are so distinctive in the North Sea. Pore water pressure can also occur on the seabed, loosening it. Where monopiles are involved, the worst case is that the stability of the whole turbine can be altered – even if such a monopile rammed into the seabed has a diameter of up to eight metres. Over half the planned offshore wind turbines in the North and Baltic Seas are to have monopile foundations, and over 40 % are to have multi-pile foundations, designed for example as a tripod. "is is why pile foundations and their loads deserve special attention. For one thing above all is to be avoided in plant operations, and that is the risk of turbine tilt.
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