ABSTRACT
Complex 3-dimensional FE models are increasingly used in practice for the design and evaluation of new and existing concrete structures, respectively. In this paper, the difficulties of realistic finite element modelling of shear failure in simple reinforced concrete beams and slabs, for which experimental results are available, are presented. The results show that a comprehensive validation of the used software for each field of application is required. The paper aims to discuss challenges in the user’s decision of modelling parameters for concrete and their influence in the calculated load bearing capacity.
