BS EN 1999-1-3:2023

1.1 Scope of EN 1999-1-3 (1) This document gives the basis for the design of aluminium alloy structures subject to fatigue in the ultimate limit state. (2) This document gives rules for: - safe life design; - damage tolerant design; - design assisted by testing. (3) This document does not cover pressurized containment vessels or pipework. 1.2 Assumptions (1) The general assumptions of EN 1990 apply. (2) The provisions of EN 1999-1-1 apply. (3) EN 1999-1-3 is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 1990, EN 1991 (all parts), relevant parts in EN 1992 to EN 1999, EN 1090-1 and EN 1090-3 for requirements for execution, and ENs, EADs and ETAs for construction products relevant to aluminium structures.