“…The final design, however, often lacks an advanced numerical model with an exact static analysis of structures' behaviour [15,16]. Existing publications have analysed problems of numerical modelling of structures based on thin-walled sections [17,18], steel bearing elements [19], or reinforced concrete structures [20], while the problem of the modelling of the clinch connection has not yet been thoroughly explored. The results of the tests can lead to the calibration and validation of the mathematical models [8,21,22], which should ensure the conformity of the numerical model and the actual behaviour of the studied structures [23].…”