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  • Rating uses a different set of Loads and Loads Combinations from the Design Mode

    The LBS users can utilize either the Design Mode or the Rating Mode . Therefore, the Rating Combinations are different from the Load Combinations and the Rating Loads can be dissimilar from the Design Loads . The user must initially select the Mode: Rating…
  • PLZ SUGGEST THE REQUIED DESING PARAMETERS AND AND THERE VALUES WITH EXPLAINATION

    STAAD SPACE START JOB INFORMATION ENGINEER DATE 25-Sep-23 END JOB INFORMATION INPUT WIDTH 79 UNIT METER KN JOINT COORDINATES 69 41.021 0 0; 70 80.516 0 0; 72 41.021 8.415 0; 74 80.516 8.415 0; 77 60.948 10.168 0; 87 47.6633 8.99933 0; 88 54.3057 9.58367…
  • Designing only some (not all) members in RAM Elements

    Is there a way to design only a few members in RAM Elements? In my case, I imported floor framing from RAM Structure System into Elements in order to determine chord and collector forces. Consequently, I still have all the gravity members in the model…
  • Integration of STAAD into Excel

    Hi I have been working in STAAD for a very long time and have been extracting datas via excel from staad and paste it in a seperate sheet. I would like to automate the procees where the datas can be extracted from STAAD after the analysis process. This…
  • COMPRESION DESING CODE LRFD

    Realicé el modelo de una torre de telecomunicación como normalmente lo hago, el problema es que me fallaban algunos elementos correspondientes a las piernas. Es por esto por lo que me puse a verificar que condición estaba haciendo fallar al elemento …
  • 24. Wind Design Checks

    RM Bridge inside OpenBridge Designer can perform Wind Design Checks . The four wind checks are part of a simple Demo example of very complex wind dynamics subjects: Torsional Divergence : Stability for torsion Galloping : Vertical oscillation …
  • How to verify the strength reduction factor in Ram Concept for mat foundations?

    Is there a way to check the Φ factor used for shear in mat foundation design in Ram Concept? Since the mat foundation is part of a special SFRS, the Φ-value should be 0.60 if the shear strength of the member is less than the corresponding development…
  • OpenRoads

    OpenRoads Designer is a comprehensive and fully functioned detailed design application for surveying, drainage, subsurface utilities, and roadway design that supersedes all capabilities previously delivered through InRoads, GEOPAK, MX, and PowerCivil…
  • Base of column fixity based on local axis, not on global axis in RAM Elements

    Currently working on a project where I have an asymmetrical open structure, The structure is a complex shape canopy that has a oval shape and follows the path of three radii. The canopy has Rectangular HSS sections as columns which rotate their axis directions…
  • MULTI RESPONSE MODIFICATION FACTOR

    Hallo, i have model with combination of steel ordinary moment frame (OMF) and concrete special moment resisting frame (SRMF). is there a way to create multi response seismic factor (R) in 1 staad file? with R for steel 3.5, and R for concrete is…
  • Design of concrete column in anew version of staad

    hello sir, I have two questions 1-when we design concrete column in a new version of staad shows area steel only in report but in old version when we design concrete column and print report shows type of column(400x400 for example), and critical…
  • ERROR THICKNESS NOT PROVIDED FOR ELEMENT 90

    ASSIGMENT-6.std ON RUNNING THIS ERROR COME ,,PLEASE GIVE ME SOLUTION TO RESOLVE THIS , I HAVE TRY ALL THE METHOD GIVEN PREVIOUSLY
  • Designing Flat Bars

    Hi, I have created a model in the Physical Modeller. The structure I am designing has 50x8mm flat steel bars. As this type of section is not available in the section database, I have added a generic section to my model. I have around 10 of these sections…
  • What is the best method for adding new pipelines to existing models whose diameters are frozen? The intent is to minimize design errors and meet requirement of minimum residual head at all nodes

    We have executed distribution network models from about 20 tanks to 20 independent service areas for a client. Pipelines are laid. Now client wants to extend all the networks, by adding 10-15% of pipelines in all models. I have dxf files containing…
  • Analytical Modeling workflow

    Applies To Product(s): STAAD.Pro Version(s): All Environment: N/A Area: STAAD.Pro Analytical Modeling workflow Subarea: N/A Original Author: Bentley Technical Support…
  • aspect ratio length-to-thickness ratio

    Hi, I am familiar with (1:1) the aspect ratio with square plate elements, and also the acceptable ratio up to 1:4. Can anyone tell me what is the preferred aspect ratio (length-to-thickness) of plate elements and solid elements in STAAD ? Is there any…
  • Hi everyone, can someone help me about how to apply load for all model (if u have rectangular frame of the HEA 200) when crane driver carry up it to above ?

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  • HI, everyone can anybody help me to create frame for storge oil tank without support (fixed, pinned, foundation,.............etc), because we have crane carry up this frame, so weight of the model will go above cuz crane, need strong designer to solve...

    STAAD SPACE START JOB INFORMATION ENGINEER DATE 19-Nov-22 END JOB INFORMATION INPUT WIDTH 79 UNIT MMS KN JOINT COORDINATES 12 14700 6850 0; 13 19450 6850 0; 14 27450 6850 0; 15 30101 6850 0; 16 14700 6850 4200; 17 19450 6850 4200; 18 27450 6850 4200;…
  • 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…
  • Staad Foundation

    I know that Staad Foundation assume the soil with an elastic performance to do the analysis and design for a superficial foundation. But, we have the possibility to change this and work with an inelastic performance for the soil?
  • RAM Concept Post-Tensioned Slab Optimization

    This article briefly discusses the purpose of the PT Design Optimization feature in RAM Conce pt and its intended use in engineering practice. Other important information about the PT Design Optimization feature can be reviewed using the links below…
  • Access to RAM Concept PT Optimization

    This article includes information on the licensing and usage of the PT Design Optimization feature in RAM Conce pt . The PT Design Optimization in RAM Concept is a Structural SELECT Entitlement. Structural SELECT Entitlements are features that are only…
  • General Workflow for RAM Concept PT Optimization

    This article outlines the general workflow for the PT Design Optimization feature in RAM Conce pt. Steps for Completing a PT Optimization Step 1 – Model design strips and punching shear checks This step is required to produce designs in any RAM…
  • Deflection Checks in RAM Concept

    A deflection check feature that allows users to check deflection limits during the design calculations was added in RAM Conce pt Version 8 Update 4. This article describes how to use this new program feature. Defining Deflection Checks and Deflection…
  • how to find wall thickness and class of Galvanised iron pipe?

    can i find wall thickness in watergems or i have to take the help of hammer. how to design the pipe for particular grade( like mserw grades (grade a or grade b or X42)) or class (like Gallvanised iron (light , medium and heavy class) in watergems.