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Notes from the design office
Practical articles on steel design, STAAD.Pro automation, OpenSTAAD and C#, and using AI well in structural engineering work.
SoftwareWhy STAAD Pro is MUST for Civil/Structural Engineers?
Why STAAD Pro? STAAD Pro, which stands for Structural Analysis and Design Program, is a powerful software solution widely used in the
Steel designThe Advantages of Steel Frame Structures: A Guide to Strong, Sustainable Building
In the world of construction, steel frame structures have gained immense popularity for their numerous advantages. From unmatched strength and durability to
Steel designBlock Shear Failure as per AISC Code
Table of Contents #Understanding the Concept of Block Shear Failure Block shear failure occurs when part of a material shears away due
Steel designLaterally Supported and Unsupported Beams: A Comprehensive Guide
Beams are an essential part of any structure. They carry loads and transfer forces to other parts of the building, ensuring stability
Steel designMastering the Art of Steel Design: Enhancing Column Strength & Integrity
When it comes to steel design, the strength and structural integrity of columns are of paramount importance. Whether you are an engineer,
SoftwareStructural Engineering Software Used in India (2024)
Structural engineering is an ever-evolving field, and with the complexities involved in modern construction, manual calculations and hand-drawn designs are…
Programming for engineersAlgorithms for Weight Optimization of Steel Structures: A Guide for Civil Engineers
As civil engineers, we’re always striving to design structures that are not only strong and stable but also efficient and cost-effective. When
Programming for engineersProgramming for Civil Engineers: Why You Should Consider It and How to Get Started
If you’re a civil engineer and haven’t yet dipped your toes into programming, let me tell you—you’re missing out on something that
PEBWhy every Civil Engineer must learn PEB? And What’s so special about it?
With my experience as a steel design engineer for the past 7 years, I can confidently convey that, the volume of Steel
Concept of Buckling with Paper Straw and Spaghetti Noodles
The better way to explain the concept of Buckling is with examples. Let’s dive in. Imagine a long thin straw. Place it
Excel VBA for Civil/Structural Engineers
Being different from my other blog posts, this particular article will be a walkthrough of the engineering tools which I created and
Steel designShear Lag in Steel Structures
If we consider ourselves attending a design class in the undergraduate degree program, once the design philosophies are over, the first design