Stress Analysis of Pipelines According to ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3

This technical article addresses the direct deformation analysis of reinforced concrete beams considering the long-term effects of creep and shrinkage. The direct calculation according to Eurocode 2 (EN 1992-1-1, Section 7.4.3) is explained using a single-span beam. Particular emphasis is placed on tension stiffening, behavior in the cracked state based on the distribution factor (damage parameter), and consideration of shrinkage and creep behavior.

According to AISC Design Guide 9 Section 4.1 [1], the following torsional stresses must be considered for open cross-sections subjected to warping:

Using the Timber Design add-on, timber column design is possible according to the 2018 NDS standard ASD method. Accurately calculating timber member compressive capacity and adjustment factors is important for safety considerations and design. The following article will verify the maximum critical buckling strength calculated by the Timber Design add-on using step-by-step analytical equations as per the NDS 2018 standard including the compressive adjustment factors, adjusted compressive design value, and final design ratio.

Get a better understanding of the stress distribution within member cross-sections by using clipping planes.

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The deformation process of the global deformation components can be represented as a movement sequence.

The results of solid stresses can be displayed as colored 3D points in the finite elements.