Revolutionizing
Connection Design
Explore the fundamentals of the Component-Based Finite Element Method (CBFEM), a trusted calculation approach for structural connection design. Adopted by IDEA StatiCa and HILTI PROFIS Engineering Suite, CBFEM enables precise analysis and design of steel and concrete connections, ensuring reliability and efficiency in structural projects.
What is CBFEM?
The Component-Based Finite Element Method (CBFEM) is a code-compliant method for analyzing steel connections by combining the clarity of component-based design with the precision of finite element modeling. It simulates real joint behavior under load—including stiffness, strength, and failure modes—within a single, cohesive model. Used in tools like IDEA StatiCa, CBFEM is validated by extensive academic research and aligns with AISC Design Guide 16 and AISC 360 provisions, where nonlinear modeling is permitted.
