• What is the best way to model beam elements of different depths flush at the top, including plate elements?

    Hello. Please go through attached PowerPoint and then the below discussion will make more sense. I am using STAAD version 20.07.11.70. The main problem is: when modelling decks or bulkheads which include offset beam elements and plates attached to…
  • staad pro v8i (20.07.09.31) issue

    dear staad master. i'm new member in here. i love this forum because i can find the answers about lots of my own problem with staad besides reading technical manual reference from staad. now i'm working with (maybe) the latest patch released from…
  • [API CODE] ask : RATIO command

    dear all. i want to ask about the RATIO command in API code in Staad pro v8i. i use Staad Pro v8i SERIES 4. in AISC, the RATIO command means "Permissible ratio of actual to allowable stress". but in API, it says "Permissible ratio of applied loading…
  • Re: staad pro v8i (20.07.09.31) issue

    dear Shany. thank you for answering question 1. for question 3. i can't share the staad file due to company regulation. i'm so sorry. but i can show you my study staad for stair tower. this staad represent my problems. i check using AISC…