Modelling plain concrete parts

[AG_10023930]

Hello all, 

I would like to simulate a column steel plate supported on a concrete slab. The load is in the downward direction so basically the steel plate induces compression on the concrete surface.

Material definition in CREO simulate, seems oriented to metals only? I tried defining the stress-strain relationship of concrete with 3000 psi strength but I haven't been successful. Is anyone aware of any work-around for brittle materials? 

Thank you

[KenFarley]

This question comes up every now and then. Here's a previous question of a similar nature:

Previous Concrete Simulation Question 

[skunks]

I would work with a safety factor of at least 1.5 (hooke's law)