What is the difference between PLAXIS coupling tool and PLAXIS structure interaction (PSI) tool ?
Dear Hossam,
With the release of PLAXIS 3D CONNECT Edition V20 we created a structural coupling with STAAD.Pro. This is available under Expert menu as this is a tool implemented by us.
Note that the PLAXIS structure interaction (PSI) tool is a tool implemented by a third-party. You can find more information on the page below (may need translation):https://www.plaxis.ru/plaxis-structure-interaction/
Answer Verified By: Hossam Adel
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Dear Stefanos,
Thanks for your reply. So, PLAXIS structure interaction (PSI) can be used only with permission from the third party or it is considered as a PLAXIS VIP tool ?
According to the webpage, the tool can be used for free. As a prerequisite is, indeed, to have the Geotechnical Select Entitlements (formerly known as VIP license).
I would advise you to contact the third-party for more information.
PSI can be used by any company that has PLAXIS 3D SELECT (VIP). If you have any questions about PSI, please send it to psi@nipinfor.ru.Thank you.