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[Erik Kostson]

Hi

 

All of these simple 3D square columns/beams are sweepable and ansys can mesh them with a structured mesh (hex) - no need for any multi-zone just mesh, but in order to do that (generate a good structured mesh) do not use shared topology, and just use contacts between the concrete parts. the reinforcement is modeled with line bodies - below is the workflow for concrete modelling:

https://forum.ansys.com/forums/topic/how-can-we-model-failure-in-reinforced-concrete-rc-slabs/

Also see our getting staretd course and meshing courses here to learn more about ansys mechanical and how to use it.

 

All the best

Erik