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The aim of the study is to build discrete numerical models of a wire-reinforcement for geomaterials to perform multi-scale investigations. Non Smooth Contact Dynamics is used to carry out large or small strain mechanical tests on a granular sample. Different numerical experiments distinguish the main reinforcement micro-mechanisms and their consequences for macroscopic behavior.
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Laniel, R., Alart, P. & Pagano, S. Discrete element investigations of wire-reinforced geomaterial in a three-dimensional modeling. Comput Mech 42, 67–76 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00466-007-0235-1
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