June 19, 2014
How to Use Moving Loads
RISA-3D and RISA-2D will allow you to add a moving load pattern to your model and include it in your envelope solution.
June 10, 2014
How to Model Column Outriggers in RISAFloor
RISAFloor now has the capability to model column outriggers. This feature can be found on the Cantilevers tab within the Draw Beams dialog.
May 14, 2014
Trim and Extend in RISAFloor
May 7, 2014
How to Build a Report with Spreadsheet Information, Graphic Images,…
Print reports can contain spreadsheet information, graphic views, detail reports for specific members and load combinations, and external images such as hand calculations, title pages, etc. When in a model view, you will notice a button with an image of a camera on it in the toolbar:
April 22, 2014
How can I check a Slab on Grade for Post Loads?
Need to first know how to model a slab on grade? See our Slabs on Grade article to learn how to model slabs on grade:
April 15, 2014
Slab on Grade Design with RISAFoundation
RISAFoundation was originally created as mat slab design software, but with some tweaks in the latest version (v6.0) it is now useful for slab on grade design as well. To get a design for slab on grade simply draw a slab element which has the appropriate thickness:
March 18, 2014
How to Add Your Company Logo to a Report
Now you have the ability to add in your customized company logo to a report.
February 18, 2014
How to Add a New Pattern to the Moving Load Database
RISA-3D and RISA-2D come with a default list of existing moving load patterns. These are listed in the Moving Loads Library which can be viewed by clicking on the Moving Load Patterns button in the Advanced tab.
February 5, 2014
How to model a Geodesic Dome in RISA-3D?
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.