November 8, 2017
2018 IBC Coming Soon!
The International Code Council just released the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) in August 2017.
As the fall leaves turn golden and Thanksgiving approaches, it's the perfect time to reflect on the advancements that have shaped the structural engineering industry. While we're all looking forward to turkey, stuffing, and time spent with family, we can't help but express our gratitude for the engineering innovations that make our work easier, faster, and more precise. Here’s a harvest of structural engineering innovations we’re especially thankful for, and how RISA has been a leader and supporter of these innovations. 1. The Power of Automation Just as Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be the same without a perfectly roasted turkey, structural engineering wouldn't be as efficient without automation. Gone are the days of tedious hand calculations and endless drafting. Tools like RISA-3D have automated complex analyses, from lateral systems to load combinations, saving time and improving accuracy. The ability to instantly generate designs and analyze models lets us focus on what really matters—ensuring the safety and integrity of our structures. Something to be thankful for: Less time crunching numbers means more time for pumpkin pie! 2. BIM Integration: The Recipe for Collaboration Much like Thanksgiving dinner, where every dish needs to complement the next, structural engineering is all about collaboration. Building…
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The International Code Council just released the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) in August 2017.
RISAFloor now has the ability to model a Semi-Rigid, Rigid or Flexible diaphragms to distribute lateral loads. For more information about the different diaphragm types, click on the link below.
RISAConnection version 6.0 has introduced the ability to design vertical brace connections per the seismic design provisions of the AISC 341-10 Seismic Design Manual.
A common question we get in tech support is “how can I verify my moving load results?” We now have a feature that will allow you to quickly generate a static loading condition equivalent to the moving loads at any given step along their path so you can investigate the detailed results at this...
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