Masonry Lintel Analysis using FEA
Admin : Nov 2, 2018 12:00:00 AM
In RISA-3D, the current method of design for masonry lintels is Simply Supported where the masonry lintels are idealized into a simply supported...
In modeling what would be a rather difficult geometric structure, by using the Templates database in RISA-3D, a geodesic dome can be constructed rather quickly and easily.
- Select the "Geodesic Dome" from the "Templates" drop-down found on the Home tab.
- The following dialog box will be displayed and you can enter in the necessary information for the geodesic dome generation:
- Platonic Solid Shape: Designates the overall shape, number and orientation of the geodesic dome
- Triangle Subdivision: Designates the number of triangle submesh per side of the triangular plate
- Polar Origin: Sets the origin (insertion) point of the dome
- Members: Allows for the creation of strut members using a material and pre-defined section set
- Plates: Allows for the generation of plates using a material and thickness
- Dome Height/Radius: Sets the geometry of the dome
Once the properties of the dome have been defined, click OK to generate the dome.
Updates to Wood Wall Aspect Ratio Limits in RISA-3D
Admin : Oct 18, 2018 12:00:00 AM
With the initial implementation of wood wall design in RISA-3D, the wall aspect ratio was calculated as the full height of the wall divided by the...
Beam Deflection Ratio Options
Admin : Jun 21, 2018 12:00:00 AM
RISA-3D v16.0.4 introduces an enhancement that will allow for more control over the beam deflection ratio through Deflection Ratio Options. As...