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October 21, 2014
How are Cantilevered Slabs designed?
Concrete buildings often have large cantilevers. In RISAFloor ES, the Support lines can be drawn to support points but also they can be drawn as cantilevers (shown below).
The 4th of July is a time for celebration, fireworks, and, of course, a bit of fun. For those with a knack for engineering or simply looking to engage in some creative activities, why not take on some patriotic engineering challenges? These activities are perfect for kids and adults alike, providing an entertaining way to celebrate Independence Day while sharpening your problem-solving skills. Here are three exciting challenges to get you started: 1. Popsicle Stick Bridge Materials Needed: Popsicle sticks Glue (wood glue or a hot glue gun) Small weights (coins, toy cars, etc.) Challenge: Design and build a small bridge using only popsicle sticks and glue. The goal is to create a bridge that can support as much weight as possible. This activity not only tests your creativity but also your understanding of structural integrity and load distribution. Instructions: Plan Your Design: Before you start gluing, sketch out a design for your bridge. Consider different types of bridges, such as beam, truss, or arch bridges. Build the Foundation: Begin by constructing the main supports for your bridge. Glue several popsicle sticks together side by side for a strong base. Assemble the Bridge: Connect the supports with horizontal and diagonal…
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Concrete buildings often have large cantilevers. In RISAFloor ES, the Support lines can be drawn to support points but also they can be drawn as cantilevers (shown below).
In RISAFloor ES, you draw a support line from support point to support point to define the Design Strips. The program will automatically create Design Strips based on the tributary width. When you have walls in the model, it is often a question of how you draw in the support lines.
RISA-3D now has the ability to design concrete walls with openings for both in-plane and out of plane loading. For lintels we provide analysis results based on the finite element results of the region above the opening.
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