• Composite beam with 2 deck types

    Hi, I am modelling a beam with a change of deck along the length of the beam (half of the beam has a W2+3.5" verco deck, and the other half has a W2+2" deck). I read this response: Effects of Changing Deck Type - RAM | STAAD | ADINA Wiki - RAM | STAAD…
  • Spring Supports: Connect Edition

    Hello, I am new to Staad and am unsure how to add spring supports to the top of my structure. I am modeling a simple two column, 1 beam frame with spring supports (absorption pads) that connect the frame to the composite slab above. My question is…
  • RE: composite steel deck

    In STAAD.Pro one can model composite beams in a couple of ways. You may refer to the section 1.7.7 of the Technical Reference Manual to find out more on both methods. Following either of these methods one can account for the stiffness due to the deck…