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    2026 FGWS On-Demand Session Nonlinear Analysis of Concrete Gravity Dam

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    • Covers structural behavior and static stability including overturning, sliding, and base pressure evaluation under USACE conditions.
    • Explains dam loading mechanisms such as hydrostatic pressure, uplift forces, and hydrodynamic effects.
    • Demonstrates Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis for stress concentration and nonlinear behavior evaluation.
    • Connects analytical stability checks with FEM-based results to assess cracking risk and structural safety.
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    Nonlinear Analysis of a Concrete Gravity Dam

    From Static Stability Checks to FEM-Based Stress Evaluation

     

    This on-demand session focuses on Concrete gravity dams are massive hydraulic structures subjected to enormous forces. Failure is not an option. 
    • Static analysis fundamentals
    • Stability criteria under USACE guidelines
    • Load combinations and critical cases
    • Finite Element Method modelling
    • Interpretation of stress and stability results

     

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    On-Demand Session Overview

    01. Structural Behavior & Static Stability

    • Load Mechanisms: Dead load, hydrostatic pressure, and uplift effects governing gravity dam behavior
    • Stability Verification: Overturning, sliding stability, and base pressure evaluation under USACE conditions

     

    02. Dam Loading & External Forces

    • Hydrostatic & Uplift Forces: Water pressure distribution (P = γw × h) and drainage influence
    • Seismic & Environmental Loads: Hydrodynamic pressure, inertia forces, and thermal effects

     

    03. Stability Criteria (USACE EM 1110-2-2200)

    • Overturning & Sliding Safety: Resultant location and shear resistance checks
    • Bearing Pressure Control: Foundation compression distribution and allowable limits

     

    04. Finite Element Method (FEM) Analysis

    • Beyond Global Stability: Stress concentration and dam–foundation interaction modeling
    • Nonlinear Behavior Evaluation: Cracking risk and stress redistribution analysis

     

    05. Analysis Results & Engineering Interpretation

    • Stress & Tension Zones: Identification of critical tensile and compression regions
    • Integrated Verification: Combining analytical checks with FEM for reliable safety assessment

    This session is for you if you are…

    Designing concrete gravity dams and responsible for structural safety

    Performing static or seismic stability analysis for large hydraulic structures

    Transitioning from analytical checks to FEM-based stress evaluation

    Speaker

    Vatan Sharma Senior Technical Support Engineer MIDAS R&D Center Pvt. Ltd
    Vatan Sharma is a Technical Team Lead at the MIDAS Research and Development Centre and holds a postgraduate degree in Earthquake Engineering from IIT Roorkee. With extensive experience in geotechnical and hydropower engineering, he has contributed significantly to underground and tunnel design projects. He is also actively engaged in delivering technical training sessions for renowned government agencies and multinational corporations. His training expertise covers a broad range of topics, including tunnels, slopes, excavations, dams, hydropower projects, and other geotechnical engineering applications.
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