Numerical modelling of the cyclic behaviour of RC elements built with plain reinforcing bars

The bond-slip mechanism is one of the features that significantly controls the response as well as damage evolution of reinforced concrete structures when subjected to severe cyclic loadings, such as those induced by earthquakes. Its effect is particularly important in structures built with plain reinforcing bars. For a rigorous simulation of the response of existing RC structures, built mainly with plain bars, the bond-slip mechanism should be considered. However, the majority of the availab...