Hello, I did see a similar question being asked before regarding analysing C-beam from RAM SBeam but I don't have the option for that on my screen. For your info, I am using version 7.0 which should have the capability of design C-beams. How would…

Hello, I downloaded and installed the English version of RAM Elements CONNECT Edition V16 Update 6, and I am wondering why it also installs the Spanish-Language Pack along with it? This language pack module does not appear in the Windows Programs list…

Working on a steel project in which we're using CoreBrace BRBFs for a portion of our lateral system. We've gone through the first part of our lateral analysis and have received a table of values (including overstrength parameters) back from CoreBrace…

Under geometry input, there is an option for "Bottom panel". I do not understand what this does. When a value is input, the graphic makes it look like the bottom of the panel is buried in the footing. I'm trying to figure out how to model the geometry…

Brought this issue up previously but wanted to see if anyone else is having the same issue. Figured it'd be worth posting on here just in case. We’ve had a few cases in our office with folks who have upgraded to the most recent RAM Elements version…

Hello! I'm working on analyzing a simple structure in RAM Frame. The structure consists of 4 concrete walls and two stories. The concrete material specified is supposed to mimic hempcrete. I have analyzed the structure in RAM Frame and the deflections…

I have modeled a 1-way PT slab and beam system starting with RSS and importing into Concept. At the lowest level I have several columns that need to jog. The audits on the strips at those locations produce a couple sections with errors that suggest removing…

Hi, I'm using RAM Concept to do a load run down. I'm trying to use a live load reduction factor in my calculation. This is what I've done below accordance to FAQ but the results reaction still doesn't provide any live load reduction to me. I've…

Hi RAM Support, I am working on a project and we are thinking about using RAMDataAccess to retrieve all gravity and lateral column gravity forces for foundation design. We would like the force to be retrieved like "Load Summary" in RAMSteelColumn module…

Like it says above, design of beams takes at least 20 minutes every time. But if i jump onto another computer and run the same model, it takes 8 seconds. I'm running a AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT. I've updated my drivers, and changed monitors to no avail. Does…

G'day, If you define a Response Spectra (Custom or Code) with a rotated axes do the eccentricities get similarly translated, perhaps rotated about the COM? I seeking to confirm that I am offsetting the mass by 0.1b perpendicular to the direction of…

I am designing a PT parking garage that starts in structural system and uses concept to design the floor plates. I have ramps created as intermediate levels that make the column lengths in concept too short which affects the stiffness and hyperstatic…

I am analyzing a floor using RAM Concept and I tried adding point spring supports under beams... However, when I try to run the vibration analysis, I get an error saying "An error has occurred while solving the Eigenvalue problem"

Hi Guys, My building period is greater than the Ts value and per ASCE7-16, 11.4.8 the code based response spectra has to be adjusted (penalized). RAM does not adjust the spectra? is there a way we can incorporate it. I am running preliminary analysis…

I have a flat plate, PT building that we have designed using concept and has already been constructed. Now the owner wants to change the residential penthouse to a nightclub which of course the floor is not designed for. I need to pull out design values…

I have a slab connected by dowels. What properties in the dowel mimicking slab element do i need to reduce to 0.001 to mimic DSDQ dowels please. I have modelled 50mm x 50mm x 50mm dowels in concrete and need to change kFs/kFr/kMrs etc

Hi, I am new to RAM Connection and wanted to do the moment connection in CHS sections in one of my project. Can I know whether the connection is available now? If so, which version should I install for the same? ( Circular Hollow Section column and…

I am attempting to assign and design gusset plate connections using Ram connection using data from a RSS model. When trying to assign a connection detail to a joint the error The joint composed by node "171" and members "120, 886" is not valid "Column…

In RAM SS, how does the program distributes the lateral load (seismic and wind) in a rigid and non-rigid diaphragm? What are the differences in outcome with the different diaphragm types specified? My problem: In the picture below, I am showing a…

I am running the seismic analysis for a 3 story structure and have questions about how to determine the appropriate building period to use for the seismic analysis. Gravity system is typical steel frame, with composite slab/framing at 2nd and 3rd Floors…

I'm modeling a very simple 10" roof slab with some long-ish cantilevers (22" from edge of slab to face of wall). For some reason, the Concept module of my RSS model insists on putting 6" or 12" anchored rebar around most of the slab's perimeter, top…

See the attached image. I am wondering if there is a way I can use one large plate to connect all of the braces and the beam to the column, using bolts into the large gusset that is shop welded to the column. Can I replicate this in RAM? if so, how? Thanks…

Hello, The moment in my frame does not seem to be correctly transferring to the fixed ends of the steel beams. All of the moment connections are set to a fixity of "XXX" and are lateral members. The ends do have moment values but seem to be way smaller…

Are there plans to include ACI 318-19 provisions in any upcoming releases for the RAM programs? If so, is there an ETA on this? Our AHJ will be adopting IBC 2021 in a few months, but we need to have the ability to start designing concrete structures in…

Hello all, I am looking for the latest version of RAM SBeam. Is it RAM SBeam v 7.0? Also, if anyone can include a link for the download, thank you. By the way, I wasn't sure if this forum is the proper location to post this question for SBeam. Moderators…