This CPD module, sponsored by Trimble, explores the benefits of integrating ongoing carbon assessments into the modelling workflow for a structure.
This CPD module, sponsored by GRAITEC UK, explores the structural analysis and design of solar panel mounting structures made of cold-formed steel.
This CPD module, sponsored by Oasys, explains what we mean by accuracy and precision, looks at possible causes of inaccuracy when conducting a finite-element analysis and discusses the role of validation and verification in checking the accuracy of modelling output.
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.
This article seeks to equip engineers with more knowledge about ruins. Building on Part 11 of the Conservation compendium, 'A career in ruins (the challenges presented by derelict structures)' , it provides further sources of information from a UK perspective for those engineers who look after them.
This article discusses two topics: validation – am I asking the right questions of the software; and verification – am I getting the right answers?
This month's report discusses the potential fire safety risks of scaffolding when it is present around in-use buildings and the current risk assessment process.
The Joint Board of Moderators plays a crucial role in accrediting university engineering programmes in the UK, explains IStructE Head of Membership and Education, Rebecca Carey, but is always in need of both industrial and academic volunteers to support this work.
This month's report discusses how a design/modelling problem caused an under-designed reinforced concrete slab to be constructed.
Katie Hood, winner of the Research into Practice case study competition 2023, describes a project investigating the potential use of a low-carbon bricks for the repair of mass masonry walls after a significant fire.
This article explores the origins and development of the Design, Assemble and Dismantle (DAD) project at the University of Surrey from 2014 to the present. The project won the Excellence in Structural Engineering Education Award in 2023.
Romilly Bobby, the winner of the Institution's Kenneth Severn Award 2024, asks three questions of the structural engineering profession: where are we going? How will we get there? And what should we bring?
This article describes how the structural engineer team delivered the architectural vision of a 'floating' cube for the Arena Liga Portugal project in Porto.
This article examines how The Common House project in Bridport, UK, has its roots in the four key principles of regenerative design.
This article discusses a residential project involving the extensive remodelling and extension of an existing property to create a larger, more spacious and functional home for a young family.
This month's letters include discussion on no-fines concrete, clarity over Belfast and Pratt trusses, building control compliance and more.
How should climatic design action vary with duration of exposure? Alastair Hughes identifies two conflicting approaches, and questions whether EN 1991 has made the right choice.
Ron Watermeyer examines ways of demonstrating competence in the structural engineering profession and makes a case for the value of credentialing.
Ron has chosen a sketch by Tim Walkden as the winner of The Drawing Board. Tim's sketch depicts a proposed structural arrangement for retrofitting a new perimeter roof walkway.
Ana Espinos, Associate Editor, has selected a paper studying the lateral behaviour of a composite concrete-filled steel tubes truss column as the Featured Article for Volume 66 of Structures .
A round-up of events at Institution HQ and around the regional groups.