Seismic Design - Response Modification Factor


Document Information

Document Type: FAQ

Product(s): LEAP RCPIER/Substructure

Version(s): All

Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group - VM

QUESTION: What are the differences between “Resp. Mod. Factor” between under Auto Load Generate and under Seismic Design Parameters? 

ANSWER:

The Resp. Mod. Factor that needs to be inputted under Auto Load Generate is for the superstructure/Substructure connection .

The Resp. Mod. Factor that needs to be inputted under Analysis TAB / Seismic Design Parameters is for the Substructure (Column/Pier).