arXiv · 2403.03605
Multi-time-step coupling of peridynamics and classical continuum mechanics for dynamic brittle fracture
Abstract
Peridynamics (PD), as a nonlocal theory, is well-suited for solving problems with discontinuities, such as cracks. However, the nonlocal effect of peridynamics makes it computationally expensive for dynamic fracture problems in large-scale engineering applications. As an alternative, this study proposes a multi-time-step (MTS) coupling model of PD and classical continuum mechanics (CCM) based on the Arlequin framework. Peridynamics is applied to the fracture domain of the structure, while continuum mechanics is applied to the rest of the structure. The MTS method enables the peridynamic model to be solved at a small time step and the continuum mechanical model is solved at a larger time step. Consequently, higher computational efficiency is achieved for the fracture domain of the structure while ensuring computational accuracy, and this coupling method can be easily applied to large-scale engineering fracture problems.
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Zhong Jiandong, Han Fei, Du Zongliang, Guo Xu. 2024-03-06. Multi-time-step coupling of peridynamics and classical continuum mechanics for dynamic brittle fracture. https://arxiv.org/abs/2403.03605
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