The Evolving Role of Structural Engineering Traditionally, structural engineering was perceived as a discipline primarily concerned with safety and functionality. While this remains true, structural engineers must guarantee a minimum safety margin for uncontrollable factors such as earthquakes, wind loads,
Engineering judgment is a key aspect of the design process, from initial concepts to detailed execution. Advances in computational methods—and more recently, artificial intelligence—have introduced new tools that broadly address three key challenges: prediction, optimisation, and automation. But how can
Building Information Modelling, widely known as BIM, is a collaborative process centred on a 3D model of a structure. This digital representation carries up-to-date information about the geometry, materials, and construction process. By fusing data from various disciplines, BIM enables
Using pins in IDEA Connection Pins are commonly used in various steel structures, typically for linking bracing, diagonal, rod and bar elements, or other structural elements that transfer tension and compression forces. This type of connector is now available in
How do you ensure the stability of slender concrete columns, while maintaining both economic feasibility and safety in the design? This article explains how IDEA StatiCa Member empowers designers to maximize the potential of their reinforced concrete structures through a streamlined and efficient workflow.
Advanced Topics in IDEA StatiCa Detail Loading Inputting loads in your project is seen as the foundation of any project. The article covers topics, such as the correct specification of load from the shearing connection, partial factors or load under
Are you engaged in the design of residential, public or industrial structures? Designing buildings and need fire resistance documentation for approval? Simplify the process with IDEA StatiCa’s fire resistance analysis.
Rotational stiffness and the Direct Stiffness method are key concepts that allow engineers to analyse and design structures more accurately. Furthermore, a clear and in-depth understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is important in ensuring accurate inputs and presenting the
When can a connection be classified as shear? At its core, it is a junction that is designed to bear shear forces without any bending moment. While this description generally holds in theory, pure shear is an idealisation and there are
IDEA StatiCA Design & ABAQUS Verifying via HESCO. The importance of Longitudinal Bracing in steel hall structures is paramount. It provides essential stability and structural integrity by countering lateral loads and preventing buckling. Discover how to efficiently, quickly, and safely design
