For the bending failure design, the governing locations of the column are analyzed for axial force and moments. In addition, locations with extreme values of shear forces are considered for the shear resistance design. During the calculation, it is determined whether a standard design is sufficient or whether the column with the moments has to be designed according to the second-order theory. These moments are then determined based on the previously entered specifications. The calculation has four parts:
- Load-independent calculation steps
- Iterative determination of governing loading taking into account a varying required reinforcement
- Determination of the designed reinforcement for governing internal forces
- Safety determination of all acting internal forces, including the designed reinforcement
In this way, RF-/CONCRETE Columns provides a complete solution of an optimized reinforcement concept and the resulting load actions.
