• RE: Neutral Axis Depth

    The only place the neutral axis depth is visible in RAM Concept is in the cross section audits. Obviously the NA Depth is different for each section force, so if you drill down into the rule set designs, some designers (such as strength design) report…
  • RE: Metal Formwork

    We can't handle composite deck behavior. At best you could modify the concrete material stiffness to approximate the composite behavior.
  • Neutral Axis Depth

    How can I check neutral axis depth for any given design section in RAM Concept?
  • RE: Permanent Movement Joint in RAM Concept

    We recommend using a strip of slab with modified behavior properties to capture the behavior of the joint. Our post on pour strips might help to get you started: There's another post about creating a hinge that is similar:
  • Permanent Movement Joint in RAM Concept

    Hi All What is the best way of modeling Permanent Movement Joints in RAM Concept? Specifically joints which only transfer vertical shear