Answer:
According to DIN EN 1993-1-1, 6.3.2.3 (2) the reduction factor χLT can be modified to χLT,mod using the f factor. You can activate or deactivate this option under National Annex Settings.
Using Modified Reduction Factor χLT,mod in Stability Analysis According to DIN EN 1993-1-1
I am performing a stability analysis of a beam for lateral-torsional buckling. Why is the modified reduction factor χLT,mod used in the design according to DIN EN 1993‑1‑1, 6.3.3 Method 2? Is it possible to deactivate this?
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