Advanced Studies in Steel Structure
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Structures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 28
Special Issue Editors
Interests: buckling; steel; class 1-4; imperfections; plasticity
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: FRP; greenhouses; solar structures; structural analysis
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Metal structures play a fundamental role in the construction of buildings and bridges, with steel being one of the most widely used materials due to its high strength-to-weight ratio. This advantage enables the design of slender structural systems, which, however, are more susceptible to stability-related challenges.
In the design of slender steel structures, both local and global buckling phenomena must be carefully considered. Buckling may occur through various modes, including axial compression, flexure, torsion, flexural–torsional interaction, lateral–torsional buckling in bending members, or combined axial and bending loading. Accurate modeling must incorporate equivalent geometric imperfections, residual stresses, and nonlinear geometric and material behavior.
Stability and resistance analyses can be conducted numerically—using finite element models based on solid, shell, or beam elements—or experimentally, including hybrid testing strategies that combine physical tests with numerical simulations to achieve more realistic and efficient assessments.
This Special Issue invites high-quality contributions addressing the behavior, design, and analysis of steel structures, with a focus on stability, safety, and advanced performance assessment. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Buckling and post-buckling behavior: axial, flexural, torsional, flexural–torsional, lateral–torsional, and combined loading;
- Nonlinear geometric and material analysis;
- Thin-walled and cold-formed steel structures;
- Hot-rolled and welded sections;
- Plate and shell structures;
- Structural joints and connection behavior;
- Seismic analysis and earthquake-resistant design;
- Fire resistance and performance under elevated temperatures;
- Experimental investigations and large-scale testing;
- Hybrid testing methodologies (numerical–experimental integration);
- Finite element modeling and advanced simulation techniques;
- Structural reliability and probabilistic assessment;
- Design optimization and code development;
- State-of-the-art reviews and benchmark studies.
We welcome original research articles, review papers, and case studies that contribute to a deeper understanding of the mechanics, design, and safety of steel structures.
Prof. Dr. Antonio Agüero
Prof. Dr. Pedro Martin-Concepcion
Dr. Ana Almerich-Chulia
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Buildings is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- steel
- buckling
- class 1-4
- fire resistance
- hybrid testing
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.
