May 16, 2024

RISAConnection: Anchorage Comparison Guide

With the inclusion of anchorage design in RISAConnection, you may wonder how do these design results compare to the Hilti integration? Explore the differences in anchorage design methodologies between RISAConnection and Hilti Profis in our comparison guide. Download now to gain insights into how these software solutions approach engineering design, helping you make informed decisions for your projects.

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September 7, 2021 | RISA-3D, New, RISAConnection, Steel Connections, Defining Connections: Beam and Column Splices Conn, Defining Connections: Column to Beam Connections, Defining Connections: Beam to Girder Connections, Integration

How to Define Steel Connections in RISAFloor & RISA-3D

One of the advantages of the RISA Building System is the ability to utilize and share model information (geometry, loading, etc.) between software packages. One such way, is the ability to define hot-rolled steel connections in RISAFloor and/or RISA-3D and then transfer them to RISAConnection for design. Once a model is created in RISAFloor/RISA-3D, users can assign connections and then transfer the connection to RISAConnection. During this process, the software will test whether the connection is valid based on the defined "Connection Rules". The proper definition of these "Connection Rules" is where many questions arise and understanding how this process will make steel connection design using RISA software a seamless process. Typical Workflow Users must define desired "Connection Rules" in the spreadsheet. Once the "Connection Rules" are defined, the rules can be assigned to the appropriate member ends in the model. Use the Member Ends > Connection Rules button located on the "Quick View" toolbar to view the assigned connection rules (color coded) directly on the model. You can also use the Member Label > Connection Rules button to graphically display the connection name. For specific information on assigning each of RISAConnection's eleven (11) available connection types, please review the…

October 10, 2019 | RISA-3D, RISAFloor, RISAFoundation, New, RISAConnection, Workshop

RISA Steel Building Workshop & Release Party

Last week, RISA held its final Steel Building Workshop at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, CA. The Steel Building Workshop series, spanned 7 cities over the past year and gave engineers a first hand look at how the RISA Building System can be used to design a real world project from start to finish. The final workshop also included a post-event party to celebrate the upcoming release of RISA-3D v18. A big thanks to everyone who joined us (including our penguin friend, Admiral Fancy Pants) and made each of these events special. Stay tuned for more information about the online version of the workshop as well as the schedule for our 2020 workshop series…

December 14, 2011 | RISA-3D, New, RISASection

How to Import a RISASection Shape into RISA-3D

RISASection 2.0 includes the ability to assign your section as one of the predefined hot rolled steel Shape Types (Wide Flange, Channel, Tube, etc.). This means that when the shape is imported into RISA-3D, you will now be able to get design results and code checks for the member. First, make sure that you assign the appropriate shape type in the Section Information dialog in RISASection. Save the RISASection file. Where does your RISASection file need to be saved? Open RISA-3D. Launch the RISA-3D application on your computer. Access Application Settings. Go to the menu bar and click on File, then select Application Settings. Locate the File Locations Tab. In the Application Settings window, navigate to the File Locations tab. Find the RISASection Files Line. Look for the line labeled RISASection Files. This is the location where RISA-3D will search for any RISASection files to import. Move or Adjust the File Location. Option 1: Move your RISASection files to this location so that RISA-3D can find them. Option 2: Change the File Location to where your RISASection files are currently saved. Save and Close. Once you've made the necessary adjustments, click OK to save your settings and close the window…