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2021-05-20

Non-Designable Results for General Cross-Sections in RF‑STEEL AISC

RF‑STEEL AISC add-module shows non-designable results for general cross-sections because of shear buckling checks according to Chapter G. How do I solve this?


Answer:

When designing general cross-sections in the RF‑STEEL AISC add-on module, a "Non-designable" message is given for the design ratio. General cross-sections are defined in the program as user-defined sections or shapes which are not included in the specification. Though, some user-defined cross-sections can be designed under specific conditions. The warning message is displayed because shear buckling is not provided for general cross-section in the AISC 360‑16 [1] Chapter G. More info on this topic can be found in the RF‑STEEL AISC manual linked below.

This warning can be turned off in RF‑STEEL AISC add-on module under the "Details" button → Shear Buckling → "Shear buckling warning for general cross-section."


Author

Alex is responsible for customer training, technical support, and continued program development for the North American market.

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References
  1. American Institute of Steel Construction. (2016) Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, ANSI/AISC 360-16. Chicago: AISC.
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