Optimum design of stayed columns with split-up cross arm

The theory of morphological indicators is used to propose a design procedure for stayed columns. This procedure takes constraints (such as local buckling, yielding, choice of the morphology…) into consideration and proposes the most efficient column. Furthermore, it takes imperfection into account as prescribed by the construction code (Eurocode 3) [Eurocode Steel/3. Belgian Standard NBN ENV 1993-1-1: 1992/AX (1992)].