May 16, 2022
Retaining Wall Design in RISACalc
Learn how to load and design individual masonry and concrete retaining walls in RISACalc.
March 14, 2022
Viewing Connection Details and Defaults in RISAConnection
The new connection details view, and defaults viewer in RISAConnection Version 13 provides engineers with enhanced control over individual connection configurations, streamlining the definition process and saving time. For more information about these improvements, check out the video below:
March 14, 2022
Vertical Diagonal Brace Extended Shear Tab Connections in…
RISAConnection Version 13 now includes the ability to define vertical diagonal brace extended shear tab connections both with and without the use of gusset plates. This connection type was highly requested by users due to its usefulness in a variety of situations. For more information about this...
February 15, 2022
Design of WT and LL members in RISAFloor
RISAFloor Version 16 provides engineers the ability to analyze and design hot rolled steel WT and LL shapes. This functionality was previously implemented in RISA-3D and will allow users greater flexibility when designing their steel structures. Additionally, WT and LL shapes can be specified and...
February 15, 2022
Seismic Design of Masonry Walls (TMS 402-16) in RISA-3D
RISA-3D is expanding its industry leading support for the analysis and design of various materials with the implementation of Seismic Design of Masonry Wall Panels according to the provisions of TMS 402-16 (as well as ACI 530-13). When creating a model in RISA-3D, users now have the ability to...
February 15, 2022
Canadian Concrete (CSA A23) Wall Panel Design in RISA
The CSA A23.3-14 Concrete Design Code has been implemented into RISA-3D v20 and RISAFloor v16 for concrete wall panels. These walls can be designated and designed as either gravity only or lateral elements in RISAFloor when designing a complete building utilizing concrete walls. Prior to this...
February 15, 2022
Enhanced Rotation Tools in RISA-3D
RISA-3D Version 20 includes enhanced rotation tools which allow the user to better control their view of the structure. Users can now utilize click to rotate buttons about each axis (X, Y and Z) as well as define the rotation angle of each click/increment. For more information about these enhanced...
February 15, 2022
Easily view specific data using Viewer Mode in RISA-3D
RISA-3D is a robust tool for the analysis and design of a variety of different structures. Whether users are creating simple or incredibly complex models, the need to be able to easily review precise results and create corresponding screenshots is paramount. As a result, RISA-3D Version 20 now...
February 15, 2022
Hanger Columns now available in RISAFloor
With the release of RISAFloor Version 16, users can now model, analyze and design hanger columns. This type of construction has been widely requested by customers and will allow customers to accurately model hanging mezzanine levels in building structures. What are Hanger Columns? Unlike tradition...