Finite element analysis of shear capacity of GFRP perforated plate connectors

Abstract

: The finite element model was established by ABAQUS software to simulate the push-out test of GFRP perforated plate connectors. The reliability of numerical simulation was verified by comparing with the test results. Then, using the strength grade of concrete and the strength of perforated rebar as the changing parameters, the influencing factors of the shear capacity of the GFRP perforated plate connectors are explored. The test results indicate that increasing the strength level of concrete, the strength of perforated rebar can improve the shear capacity of the GFRP perforated plate connectors.