Simulation Analysis of Temperature Field and Stress Field of Mass Concrete Under Different Construction Temperatures

In this study, the finite element analysis software MIDAS FEA NX was used to simulate and analyze the concrete, and the temperature regulation effect of phase change materials in concrete and its influence on crack resistance was discussed. A 1/8 concrete specimen model was constructed, and different ambient temperatures (5 °C to 35 °C) and concrete material parameters were set. Through simulation, it is found that phase change materials can effectively absorb environmental heat, maintain the temperature stability of concrete structures, and reduce the internal temperature peak. In addition, the addition of phase change materials can also reduce the temperature difference between the inside and outside of concrete, relieve the internal stress and improve the crack resistance of concrete. The results show that under different construction temperatures, the phase change concrete can quickly achieve the consistency of internal and external temperature and stress, reduce the cracking problem, and show good temperature regulation and crack resistance.

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