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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Plates

July 07, 2020

Expanded Results for Contour Plots

Color contours and gradients can be very helpful to visualize the...

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April 01, 2020

Introducing RISA Live!

With many of us working from home, our support team wanted to be able to...

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June 07, 2018

Improved Automesh & Local Axis Settings

RISA-3D now includes improved behavior of the automesh feature as well as...

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January 15, 2015

Approximate Guidelines for Plate Meshing

It is important to submesh plate elements in your model in order to obtain...

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August 21, 2013

How can I transition a Plate Mesh from Round to Rectangular?

Transitioning plates from a circular (or elliptical) to a square (or...

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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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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 06, 2012

How do Plates and Walls interact with each other?

Below is a model of a concrete flat slab (represented by a plate) which is...

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