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Explanation of fillet welds about what they are, where they are used, pros and cons
Structural Design

What Is A Fillet Weld? [All You Need To Know]

September 18, 2023September 9, 2023

An in-depth explanation of what a fillet weld is, what different types exist, pros and cons and real-world examples of fillet welds.

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Butt weld design guide according to Eurocode for structural engineers
Structural Design

Butt Weld Design [Structural Calculation]

September 4, 2023September 10, 2023

A step-by-step design guide on how to calculate full penetration, partial penetration butt welds and T-butt joints according to Eurocode EN 1993-1-8.

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What is a butt weld
Structural Design

What Is A Butt Weld? {Full Explanation}

August 28, 2023September 9, 2023

An in-depth explanation of what a butt weld is, what different types exist, pros and cons and real-world examples of butt welds.

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Tutorial on what a shear force is and how to calculate it
Internal forces

Understand Shear Forces [An Engineering Explanation]

August 21, 2023July 30, 2023

A step-by-step tutorial for beginners on what shear forces are and how to calculate them.

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Explanation of what a normal force is in engineering and how to calculate it
Internal forces

What Is A Normal Force? {2023}

August 7, 2023July 16, 2023

A step-by-step tutorial for beginners on what normal forces are, how to calculate them and how to use them in structural design.

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Flat truss - explanation of what a flat truss is, how it works and how to calculate it
Internal forces

Flat Truss: What Is It? And How To Calculate It?

July 24, 2023June 24, 2023

The Flat Truss is a structural system commonly used in buildings and bridges. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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how many civil engineers are there in different countries
Civil Engineering

How Many Civil Engineers Are There? (2023)

July 17, 2023June 13, 2023

Civil Engineers design infrastructure and housing all over the world. We’ll list how many civil engineers work in different countries.

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How to link Mendeley with Overleaf
Digital Tools

How To Link Mendeley To Overleaf [Step-By-Step]

July 10, 2023June 7, 2023

In this guide, we’ll show how you set up the Mendeley Integration in Overleaf and how to automatically generate references in Overleaf from Mendeley.

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Bending moments explained with examples and diagrams
Internal forces

Understand Bending Moments [Everything YOU Need To Know – 2023]

July 3, 2023June 24, 2023

Follow this guide to learn what a bending moment is, how to calculate it and how to draw bending moment diagrams.

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When was concrete invented
Civil Engineering

When Was Concrete Invented?

June 26, 2023June 24, 2023

Concrete has been around for centuries in various types. But when was it actually invented? We’ll break it down.

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Strip foundation design including the calculation of the bearing capacity of clay and the required reinforcement.
Structural Design

Strip Foundation In Clay {Design Of Soil And Concrete}

June 19, 2023July 25, 2023

Full step-by-step guide on how to calculate the clay capacity of a strip foundation under vertical loading and how to design the concrete and reinforcement.

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Reinforced concrete beam design according to Eurocode with an example
Structural Design

Reinforced Concrete Beam Design {Step-By-Step Guide}

June 12, 2023June 4, 2023

Step-by-step guide on how to design reinforced concrete beams according to Eurocode EN 1992-1-1 with an example.

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Pad foundation in clay - Structural design of the soil capacity and concrete and reinforcement verification
Structural Design

Pad Foundation In Clay [Design Of Soil And Concrete]

June 5, 2023August 2, 2023

Full step-by-step guide on how to calculate the clay capacity of a pad foundation under vertical loading and how to design the concrete and reinforcement.

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Tutorial about point loads
Loads

Point Loads: What They Are and How to Calculate Them

May 29, 2023April 30, 2023

In this guide we’ll show, what a point load is, how it’s visualized in engineering, real-world examples and much more.🚀🚀

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Uniformly distributed loads (udl) explained
Loads

Uniformly Distributed Load [All YOU Need To Know]

May 22, 2023April 30, 2023

In this guide we’ll show, what a uniformly distributed load is, how it’s visualized in engineering, real-world examples and much more

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Roof joist
Geometry

What Is A Roof Joist? [2023]

May 15, 2023April 12, 2023

We’ll explain what a roof joist is, how it works, how structural engineers design it and what the difference to ceiling joists is.

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Step-by-step guide on how to calculate the centroid of cross-sections used in structural engineering.
Geometry

How To Find The Centroid [A Step-By-Step Guide]

May 8, 2023April 30, 2023

Follow this guide to learn how to calculate the centroid of any cross-section. We even show how you can automatically calculate the centroid for complex cross-sections.

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Pad foundation design - Verification of the sand bearing capacity and design of the reinforcement and concrete
Structural Design

Pad Foundation Design: Sand & Concrete Verification Under Vertical Load

May 1, 2023April 30, 2023

Full step-by-step guide on how to calculate the sand capacity of a pad foundation under vertical loading and how to design the concrete and reinforcement.

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K-Truss
Internal forces

K-Truss [All YOU Need To Know]

April 24, 2023April 4, 2023

The K-Truss is a structural system commonly used as a bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Gambrel truss
Internal forces

Gambrel Truss [A Structural Guide]

April 17, 2023February 21, 2023

The Gambrel Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Centroid formulas of different cross-sections which calculate the coordinates of the center of mass
Geometry

9 Centroid Formulas Of Different Shapes

April 10, 2023April 4, 2023

Centroid formulas for different shapes used in engineering, such as I, H, rectangular, T and circular sections.

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What Is The Scissors Truss and How Does It Work?
Internal forces

What is The Scissors Truss? And How Does It Work?

April 3, 2023February 15, 2023

The Scissors Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Queen post truss tutorial
Internal forces

Queen Post Trusses Explained! [2023]

March 27, 2023April 4, 2023

The Queen Post Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Moment of inertia of i beam
Geometry

Moment of Inertia of I Beam: Calculation Example

March 20, 2023February 20, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate the moment of inertia of symmetrical and unsymmetrical i beams.

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The King post truss and its common uses, members, benefits, static systems and force calculation
Internal forces

King Post Truss: Mastering The Art of Its Design

March 13, 2023February 15, 2023

The King Post Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Step-by-step calculation of Centroid of I Beam
Geometry

Centroid of I Beam: Calculation Example [2023]

March 6, 2023February 15, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate the Centroid of I Sections of beams and columns. Everything is explained with practical examples.

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Section modulus calculation and explanation
Geometry

Section Modulus Calculation [Step-By-Step Guide]

February 27, 2023February 9, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate the Section Modulus of beams, columns and slabs. Even of complex cross-sections.

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Howe truss
Internal forces

Howe Truss [A Structural Guide]

February 20, 2023January 22, 2023

The Howe Truss is a structural system commonly used as bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Load combination generator to automatically combine loads.
Loads

Load Combination Generator [How-To Guide]

February 15, 2023June 6, 2023

The load combination generator lets you automatically generate all load combinations needed in structural design. This is a guide showing how to use the generator.🚀🚀

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Moment of inertia calculation
Geometry

Moment of Inertia Calculation [2023]

February 13, 2023February 9, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate the moment of inertia. Even of complex cross-sections.

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What is the pratt truss and how does it work?
Internal forces

The Pratt Truss Explained [2023]

February 6, 2023June 6, 2023

The Pratt Truss is a structural system commonly used as bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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How to calculate the cross-sectional area?
Geometry

How to Calculate The Cross Sectional Area? [A Beginner’s Guide]

January 30, 2023January 22, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to calculate cross-sectional areas. Even of complex cross-sections.

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What is the fink truss and how does it work?
Internal forces

The Fink Truss [All YOU Need to Know]

January 23, 2023June 6, 2023

The Fink Truss is a structural system commonly used as a roof structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Warren truss - what is it and how to calculate it
Internal forces

Warren Truss: What is it? And How to Calculate it?

January 16, 2023June 6, 2023

The Warren Truss is a structural system commonly used as bridge structure. But what are its different members, and how does it work? Learn more in this article.

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Different types of trusses and which members act in compression and tension
Structural Design

11 Types of Trusses [The MOST Used]

January 9, 2023June 6, 2023

Trusses are commonly used as roof or bridge structures. But there are so many different types. Read more to pick the right type.

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Scaniverse Review showing how to do laser scans with iPhone
Digital Tools

Scaniverse Review: Free 3D Laser Scans with Your iPhone

January 2, 2023January 13, 2023

In this guide, we walk you through how to make your first 3D scan with your iPhone, step-by-step.

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The most used column types, differentiated by material geometry and static system
Geometry

12 Types of Columns in Buildings [The MOST Used]

December 27, 2022November 27, 2022

Rectangular concrete, I-section steel and timber columns are the easy ones everyone knows about. Read more about the not-so-common types of columns.

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What Is a Beam and 7 Different Types of Beams
Internal forces

What Is a Beam? And 7 Types of Beams

December 19, 2022April 23, 2023

Learn about what a beam is and what 7 different types of beams are used (2 examples: simply supported and cantilever beam)

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Different types of loads on beams
Loads

Types of Loads on Beams [Full Guide]

December 12, 2022November 14, 2022

An in depth guide covering what types of loads act on beams such as UDL, point and snow load. Check out the article to read about the other 9 loads.

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The design of a steel beam is demonstrated with a worked example according to Eurocode 3
Structural Design

Steel Beam Design – A Step-By-Step Guide

December 5, 2022June 6, 2023

Check out this guide to learn how to design steel beams for bending, shear, buckling and deflection.

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Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5 – Notes & Thoughts
Book Review

Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5 – Notes & Thoughts

November 28, 2022November 8, 2022

Book review from a structural engineer: This book is the best timber design guide for Eurocode. Read my notes and thoughts of the book.

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Types of loads on structures and buildings
Loads

The 7 Types of Loads on Structures & Buildings (Practical Guide)

November 21, 2022November 8, 2022

Learn what loads act on structures and buildings and how to apply them (Dead, snow, live load + 4 more).

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Dead load explained - what is the dead load and how to calculate it
Loads

Dead Load – What is It and How to Calculate It?

November 14, 2022June 6, 2023

Learn how to apply the dead load, for what elements you calculate the dead load & what units are used.

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A guide on how to design a steel column with compression and buckling verification
Structural Design

Steel Column Design – Complete Guide (2023)

November 7, 2022June 6, 2023

Learn How to Verify Steel Column Cross-Sections for Compression and Buckling.

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what is the live load how do you apply it to structures and what units
Loads

Live load – all you need to know

October 30, 2022November 8, 2022

Read this guide to understand what the live load is and how to use it in structural calculations.

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Best windows keyboard shortcuts for engineers architects technicians and students to become more productive
Digital Tools

15+ Windows Shortcuts that Boost Your Productivity as Engineer (2023)

October 24, 2022December 31, 2022

Use those 15 Windows Keyboard Shortcuts to boost your Engineering, Architecture and University Productivity.

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Best Notion features for engineers architects and students
Digital Tools

5+ Best Notion Features for Engineers, Architects & Students (2023)

October 17, 2022December 31, 2022

Learn how to use Notion in your Engineering and Architecture Workflows.

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Beam Deflection formulas for simply supported cantilever and contineous beams point load line load
Internal forces

13 Beam Deflection Formulas

October 10, 2022June 6, 2023

The easiest and most important beam deflection formulas for your structural design.

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Types of supports and calculation of reaction forces of roller pin fixed and spring support
Internal forces

Supports: Different Types & How To Calculate Their Reactions

October 3, 2022May 28, 2023

A Step-By-Step Guide Showing All Types of Supports and How To Calculate Reaction forces.

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Rigid frame structure bending moment formulas and moment diagrams due to different loads line load and point load
Internal forces

Rigid Frame Structure: Moment formulas – Different loads

September 26, 2022November 14, 2022

Rigid frame: Quick overview of reaction force formulas and moment diagrams for frames due to different loading scenarios.

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Internal forces sign convention moment shear and normal force calculation from reaction forces
Internal forces

Internal forces: Examples & Sign Convention

September 19, 2022November 14, 2022

Internal forces: A quick guide on how to calculate Moments, Shear & Normal forces.

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two hinge frame structure reaction forces due to different loads and moment diagrams
Internal forces

Two-hinge frame structure: Reaction force formulas – Different loads

September 12, 2022November 8, 2022

2-hinge frame: Quick overview of reaction force formulas and moment diagrams for frames due to different loading scenarios.

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Statically determinate and indeterminate structures differences degree of indeterminancy with examples
Internal forces

Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Structures

September 5, 2022May 31, 2023

Learn About The Difference Of Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Structures And How To Calculate The Degree Of Indeterminacy.

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Moment & Shear Force Formulas For 4-span continuous beams due to different loads
Internal forces

4 Span Continuous Beam – Moment And Shear Force Formulas Due To Different Loads

August 29, 2022April 30, 2023

4 span continuous beam: Quick overview of the bending moment, shear and reaction force formulas for beams due to different loading scenarios.

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Moment and shear force formulas of 3-span continuous beams due to different loads.
Internal forces

3 Span Continuous Beam – Moment And Shear Force Formulas Due To Different Loads

August 22, 2022April 30, 2023

3 span continuous beam: Quick overview of the bending moment, shear and reaction force formulas for beams due to different loading scenarios.

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Moment, shear force and reaction force formulas and diagrams for 2 span continuous beams
Internal forces

2 Span Continuous Beam – Moment and shear force formulas due to different loads

August 15, 2022June 6, 2023

2 span continuous beam: Quick overview of the bending moment, shear and reaction force formulas for beams due to different loading scenarios.

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LaTeX beginners guide 2022
Digital Tools

Getting started with LaTeX in 2023 – 13 beginner tips

August 8, 2022December 31, 2022

LaTeX beginner guide. 13 tips on how to get started the easy way.

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Moment and shear force formulas for beams with fixed and roller support due to different loads.
Internal forces

Beam With Fixed And Roller Support -Moment And Shear Force Formulas Due To Different Loads

August 1, 2022April 30, 2023

Beam with fixed and roller support: Quick overview of the bending moment and shear force formulas due to different loading scenarios.

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SMath beginner's guide
Digital Tools

Getting started with SMath Studio – 9 beginner tips

July 25, 2022January 13, 2023

9 beginner tips on how to get started with SMath.

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Cantilever beams - bending moment and shear force formulas due to different loads
Internal forces

Cantilever Beam: Moment and Shear Force Formulas Due To Different Loads

July 18, 2022June 6, 2023

Cantilever beam: Quick overview of the bending moment and shear force formulas for beams due to different loading scenarios.

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structures-or why things don't fall down review and notes
Book Review

Structures: Or Why Things Don’t Fall Down (J. E. Gordon) – Notes & Thoughts

July 11, 2022November 8, 2022

Notes & Thoughts on a book explaining the basic principle of structural engineering.

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Simply supported beam formulas for bending moment and shear force due to different loads.
Internal forces

Simply Supported Beam – Moment & Shear Force Formulas Due To Different Loads

July 4, 2022June 6, 2023

Quick overview of the bending moment and shear force formulas for simply supported beams due to different loading scenarios.

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Cross-sectional area formulas for different profiles and cross-sections
Geometry

Cross-sectional Area formulas for different shapes and sections

June 27, 2022June 6, 2023

Overview of the Cross-sectional area formulas for the most common shapes and sections.

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Section modulus formulas and examples rectangular heb ipe i circle circular hollow t u cross-sections and profiles
Geometry

Section Modulus Formulas For Different Shapes {2023}

June 20, 2022September 10, 2023

Overview of section modulus formulas for strong and weak axis for the most common shapes and sections to speed up your calculations.

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Moment of Inertia formulas and calculation examples for the most common cross sections and profiles
Geometry

Moment Of Inertia Formulas For Different Shapes

June 13, 2022August 7, 2023

In this post, we’ll show how to calculate the moment of inertias for the strong and weak axis of the most common cross-sections.

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Export dotbim files from Grasshopper
Digital Tools

Dotbim: Export A 3D Model From Grasshopper As .bim Format

June 6, 2022April 30, 2023

Learn How To Export Your First .bim File And Visualize It on your blog.

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Internal force calculation of an arch due to a line load.
Internal forces

Arch – Moment And Normal Force Calculation Due To Line Load [A Guide]

May 30, 2022April 30, 2023

Guide On How To Calculate The Moment & Normal Force Of An Arch Due To A Line Load.

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Three hinge arch structure Moment, Normal and shear force calculation step-by-step
Internal forces

Arch structure: Bending moment, normal and Shear force calculation due to a point load (Complete guide)

May 23, 2022November 8, 2022

Step-By-Step Guide On How To Calculate Moments, Shear & Normal Forces Of Arches.

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Simply supported beam moment and shear force calculation and diagrams ql28 real examples of simply supported beams
Internal forces

Simply supported beam: Moment and Shear hand calculation

May 16, 2022December 30, 2022

Step-by-step hand calculation of Moments and Shear force of Simply Supported Beam.

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Cantilever beam moment and shear force calculation with real examples of cantilever structures due to different loads
Internal forces

Cantilever beam – Moments and Forces (Handcalculation)

May 9, 2022December 31, 2022

Moment & shear force calculation of a cantilever beam due to different loads.

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Timber flat roof beam design according to Eurocode 5.
Structural Design

Timber Flat Roof Beam Design [Structural Calculation]

May 2, 2022April 30, 2023

A step-by-step guide on how to design & calculate a flat wood roof.

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Timber truss roof design according to Eurocode 5.
Structural Design

Timber Truss Roof Design [A Structural Guide]

April 25, 2022June 6, 2023

Structural timber design guide on how to dimension a truss roof according to Eurocode 5.

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Timber rafter roof design according to Eurocode 5
Structural Design

Timber Rafter Roof Design {Complete Structural Guide}

April 18, 2022June 7, 2023

Structural step-by-step guide on how to design & dimension wood rafters of a roof according to Eurocode. We also show how to find the loads acting on the roof.

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Design guide of a timber collar beam roof
Structural Design

Collar Beam Design: Structural Calculation Of A Timber Roof

April 11, 2022April 4, 2023

Check out this step-by-step guide to learn how to design a timber collar beam roof for wind, snow, dead and live load.

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Wind load calculation on an arched roof (Example)
Loads

Wind load calculation on an arched roof (Example)

April 4, 2022November 8, 2022

Last updated: November 8th, 2022After we have already covered the wind velocity, wind loads on walls, flat roofs and pitched roofs, this time we calculate the wind load for – a structure most structural engineers…

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Steel to Timber connection – Beam to beam – An example of a flat roof connection
Structural Design

Steel to Timber connection – Beam to beam – An example of a flat roof connection

March 28, 2022November 8, 2022

Last updated: November 8th, 2022One key aspect of dimensioning timber elements such as beams and columns is the timber connection design. The structural elements can be well verified for bending, shear, deflection, buckling, etc. but…

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Timber column design: An example of a highrise building column
Structural Design

Timber column design: An example of a highrise building column

March 21, 2022November 8, 2022

Last updated: November 8th, 2022After designing some roof elements like rafters, purlins and beams, it is now time to look at structural timber columns. Some of the concepts of designing timber elements have been mentioned…

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Timber Purlin roof design - guide on how to dimension and design wood purlins of a roof due to snow wind dead and live load
Structural Design

Timber Purlin roof design – Complete guide

March 14, 2022June 7, 2023

Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to design and dimension purlins due to loads acting on the roof (snow, wind, dead load).

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Timber design of rafters of purlin roofs
Structural Design

How To Dimension Rafters Of Purlin Roofs? [Structural Guide]

March 7, 2022June 7, 2023

Structural timber design of the rafters of purlin roofs according to Eurocode 5.

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Wind loads on a pitched roof according to Eurocode
Loads

Wind Loads On A Pitched Roof {A Structural Guide}

February 28, 2022June 4, 2023

The wind loads on a pitched roof are an essential part of the structural design of the roof. In this guide, you’ll learn how to calculate them.

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Wind load calculation for flat roofs
Loads

How To Calculate The Wind Loads Of A Flat Roof [2023]

February 21, 2022May 2, 2023

The vertical wind loads on flat roofs are an essential part of the structural design of the roof. In this guide, you’ll learn how to calculate them.

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Wind load calculation on walls according to Eurocode
Loads

Wind Load Calculation On Walls [A Beginner’s Guide]

February 14, 2022July 19, 2023

The horizontal wind loads are an essential part of the structural design of a building. In this guide, you’ll learn how to calculate them.

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Peak velocity pressure for wind load calculation
Loads

How To Calculate The Peak Velocity Pressure $q_{p}$

February 10, 2022June 17, 2023

Before calculating the wind loads, the peak velocity pressure needs to be calculated. In this guide, we show how to do that.

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Snow load calculation of a pitched roof
Loads

Snow Load Calculation Of Pitched Roofs {Step-By-Step Guide}

February 7, 2022April 30, 2023

Last updated: April 30th, 2023In this blog post we will show how the characteristic snow load of a pitched roof is calculated according to Eurocode. Pitched roofs are for example purlin, rafter or collar beam…

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Snow load calculation of a flat roof according to Eurocode
Loads

How To Calculate The Snow Load Of A Flat Roof

January 31, 2022June 24, 2023

The snow load is a crucial parameter in every structural design. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show how to calculate the snow load for flat roofs.

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Wood timber beam design Bending moment shear and deformation verification kmod strength
Structural Design

How to calculate timber Beam Sizes

January 24, 2022November 8, 2022

Last updated: November 8th, 2022  After we have covered all the basics that we need, we can finally dimension a timber beam. If you haven’t read the posts about Statical systems of timber roofs, Loads…

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Eurocode load combinations
Loads

What are Load Combinations and how to calculate them?

January 17, 2022June 6, 2023

Learn the basics of load combinations and how they are used in structural engineering to ensure the strength and safety of a building or structure. Discover the different types of loads considered, common load combinations, and their impact on the structural design.

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Loads

5 Loads On Roof Structures

January 10, 2022September 16, 2023

Learn what loads act on roofs, how to calculate them & how they are applied on the structure (Dead load, wind load + 3more).

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Timber roof structures and their static systems
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5 Timber Roof Structures Explained! [2023]

January 3, 2022April 30, 2023

Check out this article to learn about the 5 most common timber roof structures and their static systems.

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