Efficient reinforced concrete design using linear elastic finite element analysis

预计该项目将带来钢筋混凝土结构设计实践的变化，特别是复杂几何结构的设计实践，这将提高澳大利亚设计界的竞争力。通过减少目前这种结构的保守设计程序中经常出现的混凝土的过度使用，该项目将减少钢筋混凝土建筑对环境的影响，并有助于可持续的工程实践。

It is expected that this project will bring about changes in the design practice for reinforced concrete structures, particularly those of complex geometry, which will enhance the competitiveness of the Australian design community. Through reduction of the overuse of concrete often present in current conservative design procedures for such structures, the project will lead to a reduction in the impact of reinforced concrete construction on the environment and contribute to sustainable engineering practise.