Published: Građevinar 77 (2025) 6
Paper type: Scientific research paper
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On the effect of different Eurocode 2-based modelling choices on the calculated fire resistance of RC columns
Abstract
This paper examines the impact of different modelling choices on the fire performance of RC columns using Eurocode 2 in a real-world case study. The methodology includes a comparative analysis of simplified and advanced numerical simulations, employing FDS for fire curves and ABAQUS for thermal and mechanical analyses. Results show how modelling assumptions affect load-bearing capacity and fire resistance. Conclusions emphasise balancing safety and efficiency, highlighting the importance of variable axial loads and multiple heat zones for accurate fire resistance assessment.
Keywordsfire analysis, RC column, simplified procedures, advanced procedures, natural fires, EC2