
June 3, 2022
Integration between RISA-3D and SDS2
Version 20.0.2 allows users to integrate models between RISA-3D and SDS2, including model geometry, members sizes and end reactions.
When working with RISA-3D, a structural analysis and design software, it's essential to thoroughly review your model to ensure accuracy and reliability. This checklist will guide you through the critical steps to review your RISA-3D model before analysis and design. This guide is not all encompassing for every type of model and situation and therefore are recommendations only. While this guide is not all encompassing, it is a really good start for those new to RISA-3D but also can be used to create or expand your company's review guideline/standards. Check out our guide below. Check Code Compliance: Review and confirm that the appropriate design codes and standards are selected for your project. Ensure that all code-specific settings and parameters are correctly configured, such as load factors and material properties. Units: Verify that the units used in your model match the units required for your project specifications. Check that length, force, and other units are consistent throughout the model. Application Settings: Examine machine-specific application settings and adjust them as needed for your project. Check/uncheck settings such as: Lock isolated rotational instabilities without notification. Enforce code RECOMMENDED slenderness limits (KL/r > 200, etc). Enforce code required P-Delta analysis. Section Sets Ensure that…
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Version 20.0.2 allows users to integrate models between RISA-3D and SDS2, including model geometry, members sizes and end reactions.
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