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Topic: Monitoring points in Reinforcement bars

I'm doing a test with ATENA 3D. I have a question about Monitoring Points.

Actually, I want to do a test with Reinforcement bars, and I would like to know, if a have to put the Monitoring Points (MP) in the same coordinates where I have my reinforcement bar, or for example I can put a MP under the bar or over?

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  • dpryl
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Re: Monitoring points in Reinforcement bars

The values are recorded for the node/integration point closest to the Monitoring Point position. To monitor stress or strain in a reinforcement bar, it is recommened to place the monitoring point at the bar, or at least as close as possible.

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