Finite Element Analysis of Temperature Effects on Ship Lock Chamber Structures
This paper aims to predict the temperature distribution of the concrete structure of a ship lock during the construction process through finite element analysis to prevent the occurrence of cracks.By using MIDAS software,combined with environmental meteorological data,construction plan design,and thermodynamic parameters determined by concrete tests,the heat exchange between the concrete of the ship lock,cooling pipes,and the environment was simulated.The temperature field of the concrete structure of the second lock chamber section was analyzed,and suggestions for temperature control and structural measures were proposed to control temperature stress and the formation of cracks.The results indicate that effectively controlling construction procedures and concrete pouring thickness can significantly reduce thermal stress and prevent cracks.
ship lock structuretemperature effectfinite element analysiscrack control