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…
composite steel deck
Hi Everyone,
I am trying to design a steel composite deck using staad and I have a few queries:
1. How can I obtain the analysis results for this composite decking?
2. Can staad design the composite deck, and if so, how can this done?
Thanks…
RE: requesting a report on analysis and design of composite structure
STAAD.pro has some composite design capabilities, but only limited codes are supported. Check the program help contents - index - composite to see the documentation.
Meanwhile, for a mid-rise composite structure we would typically advise users to use…
RE: composite deck adavantages
If you are thinking about costs, then the advantages of a composite system over a non-composite one include:
reduce steel weight
fewer beams and connections
reduced story to story height.
But none of that is particular to STAAD.pro. Is there…