Load Combination in Response Spectrum as per Indian code
how Can we provide load combination in response spectrum analysis method as per IS 1893 (Part-1)? Shall we consider the equivalent static method along with response spectrum method in load combination?
View ArticleRAM Connection in STAAD Editor
Hello everyone. Im currently studying the RAM connection in STAAD. I have some questions below.I would appreciate if someone can help me on these.Is there any modification to the STAAD editor when I...
View ArticleModeling inclined roof truss
Hi,could you please tell me how do we model a inclined parallel chord roof truss in Staad?Thank you.
View ArticleWind Load using ASCE 7-10
Hi,I'm trying to add wind load using Wind definition with reference from ASCE 7-10.As I check on value of the created table of Intensity and Height, I cannot prove the values if I calculate them...
View ArticleBeam splice connection AISC
Dear moderator,As I can see, beam splice (BS) connection is available in BS5950 list pf connections, but I can not find same type of connection as per AISC.Is it possible to design this type of...
View ArticlePROBABLE CAUSE NEGATIVE DIAGONAL =>LDLT MTX Error in truss model
I am trying to model a transmission tower in Staad. I am getting the following error:***ERROR - AT JOINT 33 DIRECTION = FYPROBABLE CAUSE NEGATIVE DIAGONAL =>LDLT MTXK-MATRIX DIAG= 3.1311426E+03...
View ArticleZERO LENGTH DETECTED ERROR MESSAGE.
Hello . I was making a simple steel truss model and while analyzing the design it shows an error message saying zero length detected in member. How do i deal with it? Can anybody help please.
View ArticleHow to get information about groups (member groups, element groups, node...
In previous versions of OpenSTAAD (prior to OpenSTAAD V8i SS6) information about member groups, element groups, node groups can be obtained through Functions Related to Groups as: GetNumberOfGROUPS,...
View Articlei finish layout my model in Ram and suddley the layout got really small I can...
i finish layout my model in Ram and suddley the layout got really small I can not do anything but is there when I try 3d views how can I get it to go back to normal?
View ArticleRevit 17 to Ram elements
I have a steel framing structure in Revit 17 which I want to export it to ram elements. I cleaned up my Revit model so I have only the steel and no other components. I created an ISM using Bentley and...
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ISM Repository Creation Crash
ISM has been nothing but a pain - I wish we still had the old direct link available. Trying to create a repository from a RAM Model. Just installed the updated versions of RAM, Synchronizer and the...
View ArticleBearing Stress
It would be very help full to add the contour values tool to the "Soil Bearing Design"
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Element Joint Load
What is element joint load? when we have to use it?Please explain me with proper staad example files..Thanks....
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How to calculate area load?
Please tell me when we are going to use area load and how area load is calculated?Suppose I have a slab panel of 4.5*4 m and a depth of 0.170 m,made of M20 grade of concrete? Then what should be the...
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What is Floor Diaphragm?
What is Floor Diaphragm in Node Specification Tab?When we have to use this specification?Please Explain it with proper example....Thanks....
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Member Specification
When we have to use these member specifications marked in red box on the image file?Please explain with proper example how to assign those specifications and what are those basically?Thanks.....
View ArticleDiaphragm modeling
Hi everyone,1.)How can I ensure that the moment results I obtain for my beams are accurate for a model which incorporates a plate element. I am currently modelling a staircase with the use of beam,...
View ArticleShear wall design
Hi Everyone,How does staad treat out of plane forces in the design of shear walls? As I've never seen Staad generate an interaction diagram for the design of these members. Which design methodology...
View Articlecombined pile cap design using staad foundation
hi,we are designing the pile foundation for our structure, where we need to design a pile cap for two columns combined.how to do it in STAAD Foundation.we tried in staad but its taking single column...
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