Operational Research in Engineering Sciences

SUITABLE METHODOLOGY FOR THE DESIGN OF CIRCULAR REINFORCED CONCRETE SILOS

Hawra Mohamed Ali M. Taher ,
Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Kerbala, Kerbala, Iraq.

Abstract

This paper introduces an advanced method for designing circular reinforced concrete silos by incorporating a variety of engineering standards and cutting-edge computational analysis. The research combines multiple silo design codes into one, thereby providing a more accurate assessment of radial and tangential forces on hopper and silo walls. The research studies the structural response of silos under multiple types of loads by finite element analysis in ABAQUS, focusing on stress distribution and failure. The silos made from cement have relatively higher uniform compressive forces as compared to those made from the storage of wheat, which increase the need for additional vertical reinforcements to avoid buckling. Shear stress becomes localized at transition zones in storage silos that are used to store wheat. This increases the chances of fatigue failure and cracking. This research also reveals the discrepancy between theoretical predictions and numerical simulations, meaning that there is a requirement for further improvement in the design of silos. According to these results, the study suggests structural changes such as reinforced transition points, better-positioned reinforcements, and seismic-resistant modifications to increase the safety and lifespan of silos. Finally, this research provides more dependable and economical solutions for the storage of bulk materials by improving existing design techniques.

Keywords
Circular Silo, RC, HSC, Design Procedures, ABAQUS.

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