May 16, 2022
Retaining Wall Design in RISACalc
Learn how to load and design individual masonry and concrete retaining walls in RISACalc.
Happy Earth Day on April 22! As structural engineers, our role extends beyond construction; it’s a commitment to sustainability that spans the entire lifecycle of a building. Let's explore how we can make every building a story of continuous rebirth. Birth of a Building: Sustainable Foundations Our journey begins with choosing sustainable materials like bamboo or recycled steel, setting a foundation that reduces the initial environmental impact. Local sourcing and eco-friendly manufacturing processes are crucial in minimizing the carbon footprint right from the start. Life: Efficiency in Action During its operational phase, a building's sustainability depends on our designs. Energy-efficient systems, smart water management, and superior insulation ensure that the building remains functional and adaptable, promoting a longer lifespan with minimal environmental impact. Twilight Years: Planning for Flexibility As buildings age, planning for future modifications becomes essential. Designing with modularity allows parts to be upgraded or replaced easily, extending the building's useful life and delaying deconstruction. End of the Line: Deconstruction Over Destruction Eventually, every building reaches the end of its useful life. Here, we focus on dismantling so materials can be reused or recycled. This phase is about keeping materials out of landfills and re-entering them into the production…
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Learn how to load and design individual masonry and concrete retaining walls in RISACalc.
The new connection details view, and defaults viewer in RISAConnection Version 13 provides engineers with enhanced control over individual connection configurations, streamlining the definition process and saving time. For more information about these improvements, check out the video below:
RISAConnection Version 13 now includes the ability to define vertical diagonal brace extended shear tab connections both with and without the use of gusset plates. This connection type was highly requested by users due to its usefulness in a variety of situations. For more information about this...
RISAFloor Version 16 provides engineers the ability to analyze and design hot rolled steel WT and LL shapes. This functionality was previously implemented in RISA-3D and will allow users greater flexibility when designing their steel structures. Additionally, WT and LL shapes can be specified and...
RISA-3D is expanding its industry leading support for the analysis and design of various materials with the implementation of Seismic Design of Masonry Wall Panels according to the provisions of TMS 402-16 (as well as ACI 530-13). When creating a model in RISA-3D, users now have the ability to...
The CSA A23.3-14 Concrete Design Code has been implemented into RISA-3D v20 and RISAFloor v16 for concrete wall panels. These walls can be designated and designed as either gravity only or lateral elements in RISAFloor when designing a complete building utilizing concrete walls. Prior to this...
RISA-3D Version 20 includes enhanced rotation tools which allow the user to better control their view of the structure. Users can now utilize click to rotate buttons about each axis (X, Y and Z) as well as define the rotation angle of each click/increment. For more information about these enhanced...
RISA-3D is a robust tool for the analysis and design of a variety of different structures. Whether users are creating simple or incredibly complex models, the need to be able to easily review precise results and create corresponding screenshots is paramount. As a result, RISA-3D Version 20 now...
With the release of RISAFloor Version 16, users can now model, analyze and design hanger columns. This type of construction has been widely requested by customers and will allow customers to accurately model hanging mezzanine levels in building structures. What are Hanger Columns? Unlike tradition...
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