My question is related to STAADPRO. I'm searching for a feature of StaadPro (that might not exist) that would allow the evaluation of the forces present in a cross-section comprising more solid elements. For example, imagine a solid model representing a concrete slab supported by concrete beams monolithically connected to the slab. For the purpose of a manual design of the beams, how can one extract the Moment, Shear, Torsion and Axial of a beam cross section (rectangular or T-section). I'm asking this question because I found out in other programs it is possible to inquire these forces (for example in ANSYS).
Thank you,
Tibi.
You are correct. There is currently no option in STAAD.Pro for doing that. If it is a concrete beam for which you need to design reinforcements, the best option would be to use beam elements instead of solids.
Answer Verified By: Tibi
Thank you for the clarification.