August 27, 2020
VIDEO: Creating Custom Shapes in RISA-3D
Learn how to build custom steel and concrete shapes using RISASection and then import them into RISA-3D to incorporate them in analysis and design.
August 18, 2020
Determining Masonry Wall Compression Block Depth Value "a"
When determining the Depth of Compression Block value of ‘a’ in a Masonry Wall design based on the equation a = (As * fy)/(0.8 * fm * b) in a RISA-3D model, it is possible to see a small variance in the program results versus a traditional hand calculation using this typical equation. The reason...
August 12, 2020
WEBINAR: Basics of Dynamics Analysis in RISA-3D
Modeling and analyzing structures for dynamic conditions is essential to understanding how a structure will react to loading such as wind and seismic. These analysis types can include simple free vibration analysis as well as more advanced response spectra and time history analysis. RISA-3D is...
July 21, 2020
Improving Mass Participation in RISA-3D
In structural engineering, a modal analysis uses the overall mass and stiffness of a structure to find the various periods at which the structure will naturally resonate, along with the frequencies of vibration of the structure. In RISA-3D, the modal analysis is a prerequisite to the response...
July 7, 2020
Expanded Results for Contour Plots
Color contours and gradients can be very helpful to visualize the forces/stresses of plates and wall panels. But did you know there are other design tools that can be helpful in analyzing and understanding these contours? The family of Internal Force Summation Tools (IFST, IFST Wall and IFST Slab)...
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 support structures. In the model below, we have a structure which is to support a piece of rotating machinery.
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 “why is my required force higher than what is reported in my force diagrams”. For instance, in the detail report below we can see that the maximum moment about the member’s weak axis is 28.9 k-ft. However, the required weak axis...
May 7, 2020
RISA-Tekla Link v10 Released
The release of the RISA-Tekla Link v10 introduces compatibility with Tekla Structures V2020. This update of the link includes the following features as well as other enhancements:
May 5, 2020
WEBINAR: Designing Industrial Structures in RISA-3D
Industrial Structures are generally designed to fulfill a specific function within an industry or to support equipment, raw materials, or communication lines. These structures present complex challenges to structural engineers due to their narrow scope, size and requirement for efficiency in...