Allowable principal stresses

Handling with the function is analogous to Checking of limit strain. The values offered for display are naturally different.

Values

Sigma 1

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Sigma 2 max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Sigma 3 max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Sigma x max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Sigma y max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Sigma z max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Tau xy max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

Tau xz max

self-explanatory (see also Detailed check of allowable principal stresses)

For the procedure read Performing the check of allowable principal stresses.

 

Allowable principal stresses according to NEN 6720

Theory

The value σ1 is calculated according to chapter 8.2.3.3 of NEN 6720

 

The most general method of the evaluation of principal stresses in the 3D beam member has been implemented in the program.

Where:

σ1,2,3 principal stresses

σ'bd = σx concrete compressive stress in axis x

σy,z concrete compressive stress in axis z

τd = τxz concrete shear stress in plane xz

Results:

σ1 ≤ fb → OK, The cross-section satisfies

σ1 > fb → NOT OK, The principal stresses are greater than the allowed stress

Where fb is design tensile strength of concrete

fb = 0.7∙(1.05+0.05∙fck)/1.4