Top 5 Structural Engineering Software's
Top Civil Structural Engineering Software's All Time
Most structural engineers use 3D integrated structural analysis and design software in their daily work. These software make modelling geometries of structures and analyzing loads much more efficient, therefore decreasing the time and effort needed for finite element analysis.
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Many of these software have integrated and diverse features, such as analyzing a diversified profile of structural elements (slabs, openings, foundations, columns, walls, bracings, beams, etc), modelling structures of different materials, checking for geometrical errors, and outputting analysis and graphical files. So here i will be sharing Top 5 Structural Engineering Softwares in 2017.
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Although there are many software that have efficient features, we have listed the top 5 structural design and analysis software that we feel have crucial and special features for design and analysis.
Here are Top 5 Structural Engineering Software's Below
Top 5 Civil Engineering Software's All Time
5. SAP2000
Due to its effectiveness and 3D object based modelling features, SAP2000 is used in more than 160 countries worldwide. From transportation facilities to public works, it is widely used for its static analysis of structures for general usage. Most people will use it to design water tanks, bridges, etc. It has a single friendly user interface and provides templates for predefined complicated structures. Moreover, it has everything you need for basic modelling and analysis, such as a library of section sizes and properties, inputs for wind and seismic loads, functions that generate output reports and graphical results, and international design codes. The new SAP2000 v18 can now generate stability checks for nonlinear load cases, as well as, exporting its models into Revit Structure.
4. STAAD.Pro
STAAD.Pro is used for both linear static and non-linear analysis. STAAD.Pro is adept at analyzing time dependent effects, such as creep, shrinkage, and cracking of concrete. Other softwares developed by the same company, Bentley, can be used in conjunction with STAAD.Pro. STAAD.Pro models can be imported to OpenSTAAD so that these models can be transferred to other third-party applications. STAAD.Pro models can also be integrated with ProjectWise, in which the software can utilize the imported model for project collaboration and management. Not only can STAAD.Pro be integrated with softwares developed by Bentley, their interface can import CAD models. STAAD.Pro is very user friendly since Bentley has also stated that 80 percent of their new customers can learn to operate STAAD.Pro V8i efficiently in under two hours. Bentley has also boasted that their programs can design structures using over 80 international codes and can generate structural design documents automatically.
3. RISA-3D
RISA-3D is another 3D analysis and design software for general structures, such as buildings, crane rails, arenas, industrial structures, bridges, etc. For specific use, RISA-3D can be integrated with other RISA products, such as RISA Floor, RISA Connection and RISA Foundation. Horizontal wind and earthquake forces can be inputted into the structure’s lateral system in RISA-3D, then, the RISA-3D model can be integrated with RISAFloor to design for gravity loadings and vertical elements. RISA Foundation can be integrated with RISA-3D by transferring the reactions from RISA-3D to the slabs and footings in RISA Foundation. RISA Connection can be used to automatically design the connections for the structure in RISA-3D.
4. Etabs 2013
ETABS program in steel and concrete frame design criteria for seismic design of buildings are all considered. The program will be based on the criteria of plasticity concrete frame and average ordinary and special design. Steel buildings are also special rules of ordinary and special moment frames and braced systems converge and diverge in terms of the design.
In addition to the analysis and design is extraordinary, full two-way communication program ETABS software other more. ETABS SAFE program automatically creates an input file. SAP2000 ETABS program also has the ability to create the input file. ETABS in the new edition of the Mac line that calls the geometry and grid software is AutoCAD. Ability to send geometry to AutoCAD software and other characteristics as well.
5.SkyCiv 3D Structural Analysis Software
SkyCiv Structural 3D is a full 3D structural analysis software that allows you to analyse shear, bending, deflection, stress and much more. Build your model and analyse your structure faster than ever!
SkyCiv Engineering Software is all online. This allows users to access their programs and files from a web browser. Work from anywhere, anytime! No need to install or update the program. This is a cost effective solution with no further costs such as maintenance or updates.
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