In general Frame Analysis method, cap is modeled as a beam and piles/stem walls are modeled as columns. In the “Cap as continuous beam” option, the cap is analyzed as a continuous beam. To mimic the continuous beam” analysis for the cap, the axial stiffness…

To add columns to the pier structure click on the Column button and it will activate the Column screen. This screen will appear differently depending on the selected column shape, i.e., rectangular, round, rectangular tapered, rectangular chamfered…