Ultimate limit state (strength) (Columns: BS 5950)
The checks relate to doubly symmetric prismatic sections i.e. rolled I- and H-sections, to doubly symmetric hot-finished hollow sections i.e. SHS, RHS and CHS, and to PFC sections. Other section types are not currently covered.
The strength checks relate to a particular point on the member and are carried out at 5th points and “points of interest”, (i.e. positions such as maximum moment, maximum axial etc.)
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