Coupling beams are an important load-bearing element for structural engineers looking to improve the structural integrity of a variety of buildings. In this article, I will look at how to choose an appropriate coupling beam type for specific projects and
When you first heard the term ‘lateral-torsional buckling’ at university you were a student who had no real idea of the importance of this phenomenon. That being said, you quickly understood just how important this topic is! What is lateral-torsional
Loved by architects, dreaded by manufacturers. Connections of hollow steel sections can be a real nightmare but when successfully designed, they manage to civilize the coldness of steel structures. Steel is a great material for creating bearing structures. No doubt
Structural engineers have to balance their load-bearing structure designs to be economical and safe. Nowadays, they need to deal with more and more slender and subtle structures either due to saving costs or satisfying architectural requirements. Introduction What goes through
They are with us for centuries and if you’re not a structural engineer, you will never notice them. And it’s OK, they should be made like this – inconspicuous, modest but unshakably safe. When you need to create a gusset
Where are today’s limits of automation in structural design? Let’s step aside a little and look at standard workflows from a different perspective. What if the future of structural analysis is already here? There are big players in the field
IDEA StatiCa Connection changed the game in steel connection design a couple of years ago with a clear message – a software tool that is simple to use, powered by the most sophisticated methods. With that being said, there are
In modern building construction, transverse openings in reinforced concrete beams are often provided for the passage of utility ducts and pipes. These ducts are necessary in order to accommodate essential services such as water supply, electricity, telephone, and computer network.
What made the most realistic connection model behave even more realistically? Until version 21 was released, there were not many ways to model the steel member connections more realistically than using the IDEA StatiCa application. But still, there were situations
A huge part of the energy which Structural Engineers spend on their projects is dedicated to time management. There is never enough time to do all the necessary work. And every time-saving practice in everyday routine is greatly appreciated. Let
