High-strength steel notifications

While high-strength steel is not widely covered in the current edition of the Eurocode, it is included in new generations and product sheets. IDEA StatiCa's database accommodates high-strength steel, aligning with current design rules and anticipating future updates to codes and standards.

Enhanced safety and reliability

To recognize the unique characteristics of high-strength steel, a distinct plastic strain limit parameter is included in the Code setup, ensuring designs adhere to the most current research and standards.

The inclusion of a separate plastic strain limit for high-strength steel, with a default value set at 1%, allows for precise adherence to material-specific design principles. By specifying a more conservative plastic strain limit for high-strength steel, IDEA StatiCa contributes to the safety and durability of structures.

Design tab and material classification adjustments

For steel with yield strengths f_y exceeding 460 MPa, the software alerts the user of a tailored plastic strain limit, ensuring the integrity of designs involving high-strength steel. The automatic update from "Steel" to "High-strength steel" in the software’s database underscores the importance of accurate material properties in design calculations.

The Check tab and Report sections reflect the plastic strain limit ɛ_lim as per various international codes, including EN, AISC, CSA, AS, and SP, providing a broad compatibility spectrum for global design practices.

Released in IDEA StatiCa version 24.0.