Design method (Braces: AISC 360)
Tekla Structural Designer allows you to analyze and design a member with pinned end connections for axial compression, tension and seismic design forces.
Either a load and resistance factor design (LRFD) or an allowable strength design (ASD) can be performed to determine the adequacy of the section for each condition.
The design method employed is consistent with the design parameters specified in the relevant chapters of the AISC Specification and associated 'Commentary' (Ref. 2), unless specifically noted otherwise. As the 2005, 2010, 2016 and 2022 versions are all supported, where clauses are specific to a particular version these are indicated as (360-05), (360-10), (360-16), or (360-22) as appropriate.
A basic knowledge of the design methods for braces in accordance with the specification is assumed.