Discover how Stonewood, a leader in multi-family and mixed-use projects, utilizes RISA and ADAPT software to streamline their structural designs, tackle complex podium-style jobs, and optimize post-tensioned (PT) concrete work. From integrating RISA-3D and RISAFloor to using ADAPT for PT design,...
Get ready to mark your calendar and set reminders! 2025 is packed with important conferences, fun competitions, and key industry updates that every structural engineer should know about. From opportunities to learn and connect to celebrations of engineering achievements, here’s a look at what’s...
Rebecca Miller, PE, is a Technical Trainer at RISA and has been with the company since 2022. After earning an MS in Structural Engineering from the University of Minnesota and a BS in Physics and Mathematics from Concordia College, Rebecca embarked on a career in the Power Delivery industry,...
The winter months bring a unique set of challenges to structural engineering: projects slow down, site conditions become less predictable, and downtime can be harder to avoid. However, this season also brings opportunities to work smarter, streamline workflows, and plan ahead for a productive year....
Why RISAFoundation is Essential for Today’s Engineers? Incorporating RISAFoundation into your foundation design process is more than just a time-saver—it’s a powerful tool for enhancing the accuracy and quality of engineering deliverables. By automating the most tedious and error-prone aspects of...
RISA software is designed to integrate smoothly with essential tools like AutoCAD, Revit, ADAPT, SDS2, Tekla, Archicad, and Excel, making it easier for structural engineers to work efficiently and reduce project costs. By minimizing redundant data entry, improving accuracy, and enhancing...
Curious how a small firm grew into a powerhouse through smart software choices? Follow Facet's journey from a team of 12 to 136 employees with the power of integrating tools like RISA-3D and ADAPT-Builder. With these solutions, they streamlined workflows, reduced design time, and took on more...
As the fall leaves turn golden and Thanksgiving approaches, it's the perfect time to reflect on the advancements that have shaped the structural engineering industry. While we're all looking forward to turkey, stuffing, and time spent with family, we can't help but express our gratitude for the...
Welcome to a high-level walkthrough of dynamic analysis in RISA-3D! This guide introduces essential aspects of modeling dynamics, focusing on natural frequencies, mode shapes, and the impact of dynamic behavior on structural integrity.
