RAM CONNECTION

Question

I have some questions for RAM Connection within STAADPro V8i. 
 Currently, I'm using STAAD.Pro V8i (SELECTseries 6) 20.07.11.33 
 1. In RAM Connection Stand alone software, we can combine moment and shear connections to a particular joint and we can readily see the shear and moment connections. How can I do this in RAM-built-in-STAAD? 
 For example: for Beam Splice joint, I want to apply Single Plate Beam and Flange Plate Beam Splice at the same time. Or can I also assign the 2 type of connections separately at the same joint? 
 
 2. What kind of connection can I use for vertical braces with 45degrees inclination connected to beam on one end and column? (CBB) 
 
 3. Is there any way to import the connection details to Tekla and/or ProStructures using BIM or other third-party software? 
 
 4. Is there any way to compile all .dxfs and results into one file? or as an spreadsheet? What is your real life procedure in compilation of results?

Seth Guthrie · Accepted Answer

First note that with STAAD.pro 20.07.11.70 we updated the embedded version of Ram Connection. 
 1. In STAAD.pro, assign the first connection to the joint (e.g. a flange plate moment connection). Then assign the second connection (e.g. all bolted DA) to the same joint. When prompted to replace the original connection choose No.In the end you'll have two connections at the same node. Since they are graphically coincident you may have to use the table of connections on the right to view or edit each. 
 2. Yes, a CBB connection is appropriate where you have a horizontal wide flange beam, a vertical column and a 45 degree brace. Note, there are some settings required to identify braces from other members. See this wiki for details: 
 
 3. We only have a limited ability to export connection plates through ISM and into ProSteel or Tekla. Right now that is limited to base plates and gusset plates and limited to the Ram Connection in Ream Elements and Ram Connection for Ram Structural System modes. 
 4. I would just copy and paste from the individual dxf files into one master drawing, but using XREFs or similar also works well.