Micromechanical modeling of the nonlinear behavior of lightweight aggregate concrete — Failure under multiaxial loading conditions

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• The study highlights the nonlinear behavior of lightweight aggregate concrete under specific loading conditions, revealing critical failure modes.
• Key metrics include observed shifts in material response under multiaxial loading conditions, contributing additional understanding to existing models.
• This research utilizes micromechanical modeling to analyze the strength and durability of lightweight aggregate concrete in depth.
• The findings highlight the need for improved design considerations of concrete, particularly under varying stress states during actual use.