Risa Tips & Tricks: How to Use Our Structural Analysis Software

July 30, 2026

Need Help with RISA? Here Are Your Go-To Resources

RISA supports you at every stage of your design process, from the first click in the program to the final design. Whether you need a quick answer or in-depth guidance, we offer a wide range of resources to help you work efficiently and with confidence. The RISA Help Files Get answers on all the behind-the-scenes technical information including analysis methods, variable definitions, and design assumptions. The help file provides transparency into the program methodology to make sure RISA engineers can feel confident in the results. The help file is available for each program in the RISA suite for tailored information. It can be accessed at risa.com/help or press F1 within the program for even easier access. Tips & Tricks Blog Explore modeling tips, troubleshooting ideas, and engineering insights on the RISA blog. Our blog articles are designed as quick reads to help engineers find answers fast. Start reading at blog.risa.com. The Video Library See the workflow in real time with the RISA video library at risa.com/videos. From quick clips showing a specific concept to full on-demand webinars, these videos help you understand workflows and seamlessly navigate the interface. Learning Paths Start exploring RISA with on-demand interactive training through our learning…

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May 26, 2020

Support Frame Structures for Rotating Machinery in RISA-3D

RISA-3D can be used to model the effects of rotating machinery on their...

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May 19, 2020

Why is my force demand higher than what is reported in my force…

A question that we are asked from time to time in technical support is...

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May 17, 2020

PT/RC or Builder

Feature ADAPT-PT/RC ADAPT-Builder Desired Use — Preliminary Sizing X —...

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May 15, 2020

How to add ADAPT products to a RISA Key

The RISA licensing dashboard allows users to add their existing ADAPT...

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May 14, 2020

Video: Introducing RISACalc

The new RISACalc allows users to analyze single members (beams and...

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May 13, 2020

RISA Acquires ADAPT Corporation

RISA is excited to announce the acquisition of ADAPT Corporation. Over the...

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May 07, 2020

RISA-Tekla Link v10 Released

The release of the RISA-Tekla Link v10 introduces compatibility with Tekla...

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May 05, 2020

WEBINAR: Designing Industrial Structures in RISA-3D

Industrial Structures are generally designed to fulfill a specific...

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May 01, 2020

Video: Stainless Steel Member Design in RISACalc

Learn how to load and design individual beam and column stainless steel...

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