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

September 14, 2026

New Features in RISACore v23.0.3 Release

RISA is excited to announce the release of RISA-3D, RISAFloor, and RISAFoundation version 23.0.3. This update delivers code-current tools for engineers designing in India including updated Indian steel design standards, an expanded Indian steel shapes database, and Indian loading support. The updated versions of RISA-3D, RISAFloor, and RISAFoundation also include additional analysis and workflow improvements. With these enhancements, engineers can work confidently within the integrated RISA suite. Ready to get the latest RISA has to offer? Download the updated version of RISACore products through the Customer Portal. Indian Hot Rolled Steel Members and Design The new release supports steel design in accordance with IS 800:2007, including Amendment 1 (2012) and Amendment 2 (2024). This update helps engineers keep their steel design aligned with the latest applicable Indian code provisions while continuing to use the familiar RISA design workflow. Version 23.0.3 of our core products also expands the available Indian steel shape database with shapes from several major manufacturers. Together, the updated codes and expanded steel library makes it easier for engineers to select the appropriate sizes, analyze structural behavior, and design steel members all in one place. Loading per Indian Codes The new release also expands loading capabilities for Indian…

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May 15, 2013

How can I find the deflection of plates?

Below is a model of a flat concrete slab made of plates. In order to...

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April 24, 2013

How to Export Detailed Drawings from RISAFoundation

RISAFoundation has the ability to export detailed reinforcement drawings...

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April 09, 2013

Internal Force Summation Tool Basics

The Internal Force Summation Tool has the ability to "cut through"...

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March 27, 2013

Nesting Load Combinations

The Load Combinations spreadsheet in RISA-3D is limited to ten columns of...

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March 20, 2013

Plate Contours Compared to Spreadsheet Values

After solution in RISA-3D, you can use Results View Settings to view the...

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February 07, 2013

Tapered Member Design Using AISC Design Guide 25

RISA has now incorporated the tapered member design provisions from Steel...

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January 31, 2013

Slab Modifications in RISAFoundation

This video shows how slab modifications can used to add an opening or...

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January 07, 2013

Import DXF Drawing Grid in RISAFloor

This video shows how to import a DXF as a drawing grid in RISAFloor. To do...

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October 15, 2012

Updated Torsional Shape Properties

RISASection v2 includes updated torsional shape properties for a more...

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