Development of a Model Order Reduced Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian (MORALE) formulation for structures subjected to dynamic moving loads

In recent developments, it has been demonstrated that the Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian (ALE) formulation can be utilized to improve computational efficiency, when simulating the response of structures subjected to moving loads. It is also well established in literature, that Model Order Reduction (MOR) techniques significantly enhance calculation speed. This contribution details the combination of both these tools into a novel Model Order Reduced Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian (MORALE) formulation. Both hyperelastic and viscoelastic material models are considered. Simulations of pavement structures subjected to moving loads are then carried out, which show a significant enhancement in computational speed and efficiency. Such an efficient and fast simulation framework is of vital importance in technologies such as digital twins of roadway infrastructure (like pavements), as it enables engineers to quickly run what-if analyses and make informed decisions about the management of the structure under consideration.