) and lateral-torsional buckling parameters in the dialog.

Uses strength factors ( ) to account for uncertainties in member resistance. ASD (Allowable Strength Design): Uses safety factors ( Ωcap omega ) to ensure service loads do not exceed allowable limits.

For detailed step-by-step verification examples and manual setups, refer to these official documents:

For the Direct Analysis Method, enable Non-linear Analysis (P-Delta) in the Analysis Types menu to capture second-order effects required by the code.