segment-to-segment joints

[liushqi]

I'm trying to simulate a precast segmental column in 2d space for quasi-static test. I used dispBeamColumn eleemet with fiber section for the column,and truss element for the prestressing tendon, and zerolength element with conpression-only material for the segment-to-segment joints,Unfortunately,it doesn't seem to work properly,now i wonder if it is right to use zerolength element for the joints ? generally,which element type is used to simulate the joints ?
I would appreciate if you could help me!
# |(segment)
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# ---(joint)
# |(segment)
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# ---(joint)
# |(segment)
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# ---(joint)
# |(segment)
# |
# ---(joint)
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# SET UP
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[FrankZhao]

Hello，have you solved the problem you have? I have met the same problem as you, I would appreciate if you could help me!