What is the easiest way to change the node direction of a beam?
I have a group of beams where I would like to replace node A with node B and vice versa. Now, I have to go to each beam and change each one separately. I hope there is a easier way? Thanks.
View ArticleMachine Vibrating Foundation Design by STAAD Foundation Advanced
I have the connect version 8.2.0.31. However, the function to design the machine vibrating foundation has been disabled. Why? How can I get the new version to use it?
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Instability of joint with tension cables
Hi Everyone,I am modeling a scaffold to hold wooden banners for an event. Since the scaffold will be standing in an open area and the area of the banner is very large, the builder will use concrete...
View ArticleLive load analysis
Hi guys,Is it possible to understand the live load analysis performed using influence line in Bentley products? I believe STAAD Pro does not perform moving load analysis using the influence line...
View ArticleIn what calculation does Beta Angle is used?
After running my analysis, in the staad output viewer I get the following note with regards to beta angle:**NOTE- IF ANY MEMBER HAS A NON-ZERO BETA ANGLE IN THE CONSTANTS TABLE AND USES THE LOCAL...
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Load History Parameters and AS 3600
I would like to have a question about how should apply “Load history parameters and AS3600” as per link below:...
View ArticleWhen setting up an output report how can I arrange the utilisation ratios in...
When setting up an output report how can I arrange the utilisation ratios in descending order and range i.e only display UR's from 0.5 to 1.0
View ArticleTorsion Analysis using AISC-1989
Hi All,I am just checking a truss top chord beam for torsion using code AISC-1989. The staad file is attached herewith.In the staad file, i made two model. LHS model is a normal truss with concentrated...
View ArticleSection Forces for Time History Loads
How are member section forces calculated for time history load cases? STAAD Error Report #666213 states member section forces should be but were not calculated by linear interpolation of member end...
View ArticleRAM Structural System Joint Code Check
(Please visit the site to view this file)I am having trouble calculating the exact same value of the "Controlling Shear Force" in the Panel Zone as shown in the file below. By my calculations V =...
View ArticleSlab design
For creating a slab what should i use for designing the slab, Surface meshing or Plate and why ?Thank You !
View ArticleSimple Beam Bending Moment Calculation for cold form Member
Dear Sir,Here we are facing problem in design of cold form steel member. The calculated value of "Bending Moment" for cold form member and built-up steel member not matching.where as the theoretical...
View ArticleHow to change the output units to metric?
After updating to Staad.pro connect edition, when I measure the distance between the nodes it's displayed in ft rather than mm? How can I change the output units back to metric? Thanks.
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How to divide the plate into 2 at the line of interest with the beam?
I have draw a beam in between one plate, now how I'll be able to divide this plate into 2 where the beam intersects the plate? Or is there anyway that I could divide the plate from its midpoint in the...
View ArticleConsys installation
Is consys product discontinued? Is there a way I could see the live load influence line in a beam?
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Response Spectrum Analysis (CQC)
I am doing analysis of a Simple frame by Response Spectrum method in staad.I have only 2 load cases.Self WeightLive LoadI defined EQ Mass in “Definitions” and applied the selfweight and live load in...
View ArticleDear Sir, Please check and confirm given LY,LZ UNB & UNT Is ok in attached...
STAAD SPACESTART JOB INFORMATIONENGINEER DATE 07-Jun-17END JOB INFORMATIONINPUT WIDTH 79UNIT INCHES POUNDJOINT COORDINATES1 0 0 0; 2 0 0 120; 3 46 0 0; 4 46 0 120; 5 151 0 0; 6 151 0 120; 7 256 0 0;8...
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Clarification regarding Concentrated Moment - Moment Diagram
Dears,Reference to below, it is showing that the moment diagram at the concentrated Moment will drop in an angle from 4846 to -2346 and not dropped vertically.Can anyone advise the reason please?Regards
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BLAST RESISTANT DESIGN
Can some one guide me in blast resistant design? It will be better if some staad files can be shared. Can some one suggest name of some literature on blast resistant design.
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