Serious collapses of civil structure due to terror attacks, natural disasters or mistakes in planning and construction initiated among general public and specialists a discussion about the robustness of structures. Consequently robustness evaluation and quality assurance have gained increasing significance as a complementary element; with the building inspectorate introduction of the DIN EN 1990 and DIN EN 1992-1-7 proof of sufficient robustness of buildings for accidental design situations will be made mandatory as of 1.7.2012. This is where the research proposal comes in which develops practical tools for robustness proof.

Encouraging female pupils to pursue careers in engineering is an important element in order to meet future requirements for creative talents in this region. For this reason Eisfeld Ingenieure participated in the Girl’s day for the first time. The next Technology day takes place in September with more than 700 pupils in Kassel, in which Eisfeld Ingenieure is going to take part to inspire young pupils for a technical profession.

The research project structure-FMEA has developed a methodology, with which structural designers are able to control risks much better. With this methodology you are able to analyse and communicate the effects of errors and adjustments optimally. The priority is in this case given to fast and component-related identification of critical parts of the structure with the help of the sensitivity analysis, which has been developed by us and the clear definition of priorities in quality assurance of static analysis. Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you would like to learn more about it.

The team under trainer Felix Georg is in preparation for the regional league season. Once again this year, Eisfeld Ingenieure supports the young women’s team of CVJM Kassel, which has set itself the goal to play in the premier league.