Scrutinising software: selection criteria, limitations and the prevalence of bugs

This article discusses two topics: validation – am I asking the right questions of the software; and verification – am I getting the right answers?

This article compares punching shear design as set out in EC2(23) with results obtained directly from a finite element analysis and considers the issues that may be faced by the engineer in the design office in carrying out such work.

Gloria Wong and Trieska Wahyudi share their experiences in the 3D modelling of underground structures (primarily stations) for design, including the key lessons they have learned and the process flows they have developed consequently.