Complete limit state analysis of steel structural framework

这个项目的目的是产生一种钢框架的分析设计方法，该方法明确地模拟包括连接断裂在内的一整套失效模式。该项目将开发能够准确预测焊接和螺栓连接的断裂行为的模型，以及考虑到控制钢框架强度(包括断裂)参数的随机变化的系统可靠性校准。该项目的成果将推动钢结构的设计，因为它将能够分析任何类型的结构的任何类型的故障，包括断裂。这种设计方法将使澳大利亚结构工程师能够提高他们的国际竞争力，并保持他们在生产创新结构解决方案方面的卓越记录。

This project aims to produce a design-by-analysis method for steel frameworks that explicitly models the complete set of failure modes including fracture of connections. The project will develop models that can accurately predict the fracture behaviour of welded and bolted connections, and system reliability calibrations that account for random variations in the parameters controlling the strength of steel frameworks including fracture. The outcomes of this project will advance the design of steel structures, as it will become possible to analyse any type of structure for any type of failure including fracture. The design method will enable Australian structural engineers to enhance their competitive edge internationally, and maintain their preeminent record of producing innovative structural solutions.