• RAM Frame and NBCC 2015 4.1.8.11 4)

    Hi, Based on NBCC 2015 4.1.8.11 4) single storey buildings with steel or wood deck as diaphragms can have a higher fundamental period compared to 4.1.8.11 3) as seen in the snap below. However, in the current RAM frame the Ta is only based on clause…

  • Period for multiple diaphragms in Model

    How does RAM calculate the period for a building that has separated diaphragms. Attached is an image of two towers that are connected on the bottom three floors and then are separate the rest of the way up.

  • some questions about the connections design procedure and detailing

    hi, I have some questions about the connections design procedure and detailing by RCSA. I) Does the "RAM connection" really use of "AISC 358-16" code provisions? for example, recently I have checked a bolted flange plate connection and noticed that…

  • RAM Response Modification Factor

    When using RAM Frame for a seismic analysis, is it possible to set the response modification factor to a certain value such as 3 in the event that you are using Seismic Force-Resisting System H in ASCE 7-10 Table 12.2-1 which is for "STEEL SYSTEMS NOT…

  • October virtual classes for STAAD and RAM begin next week.

    The following classes are scheduled through October 15. Visit, http://pages.info.bentley.com/learning/ Class now include Product Version information, making it easier to find what you need! STAAD Performing a Modal Response Spectrum Analysis V8i…
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