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Finite Element Analysis for Optimization of Arch Dam Shape

Jun Li, Yuanhui Wang

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In this paper, logarithmic spiral arch ring is selected and finite element method is used to perform stress analysis and shape optimization and propose a program optimization of arch dam shape basing on arch-cantilever method, which plays an important role in improving safety of arch dam, reducing cost, and enhancing design level of arch dam.

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In this paper, logarithmic spiral arch ring is selected and finite element method is used to perform stress analysis and shape optimization and propose a program optimization of arch dam shape basing on arch-cantilever method, which plays an important role in improving safety of arch dam, reducing cost, and enhancing design level of arch dam.

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In this paper, logarithmic spiral arch ring is selected and finite element method is used to perform stress analysis and shape optimization and propose a program optimization of arch dam shape basing on arch-cantilever method, which plays an important role in improving safety of arch dam, reducing cost, and enhancing design level of arch dam.

Key concepts: Arch, Arch dam, Finite element method, Cantilever, Structural engineering, Shape optimization, Spiral (railway), Engineering

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