January 1, 2021
Updates to Compile Report Settings in ADAPT-Builder
ADAPT-Builder 2020 includes new enhancements to the compile report settings allowing users to more quickly and easily create detailed reports. To learn more, view the video below:
December 11, 2020
Accidental Torsion for Semi-Rigid Diaphragms in RISAFloor
The latest releases of RISAFloor (Version 15.0.1) and RISA-3D (Version 19.0.1) include consideration for accidental torsion and eccentric loading for semi-rigid diaphragms according to requirements outlined in ASCE 7, Section 12.8.4.2.
November 24, 2020
Moment Capacity of Slabs with Base Reinforcement
In this video, the calculated moment capacity of a slab with base reinforcement, as well as the cover requirements for base reinforcement are reviewed.
October 30, 2020
Seismic Factors in RISAFoundation Load Combination Generator
Seismic factors, including Omega, Rho and Ev, can now be included in automatically generated Load Combinations. Values for Omega and Rho shall be entered into the Seismic tab of the Model Settings to be considered in the analysis.
October 30, 2020
Simpson Strong-Tie®Yield-Link® Moment Connection Available in RISA-3D
The release of RISA-3D Version 19 includes the introduction of Yield-Link® Moment Connections, developed in conjunction with Simpson Strong-Tie®.
October 30, 2020
Expanded Load Categories in RISA-3D and RISAFoundation
New to RISA-3D v19 and RISAFoundation v13 is the ability to apply up to 100 "Other Load" Categories. Previously users only had the ability to add up to 10 "Other Load" Categories. The expansion of "Other Load" Categories gives the user more flexibility to be able to apply and organize the loading...
October 30, 2020
Exclude Results based on Selection in RISAFloor and RISAFoundation
New to RISAFloor and RISAFoundation is the ability to exclude results by selection. Excluding results from your model is useful when there are certain elements whose results aren’t of interest to you. Removing this clutter from the results will enable you to concentrate on the elements you are most...
October 30, 2020
Concrete Design according to ACI 318-19 Now Available
The new ACI 318-19 concrete code has been implemented into RISA-3D v19, RISAFloor v15, RISAFoundation v13 and RISA-2D v19.
October 30, 2020
Cold Formed Steel Wall Design Now Available
Cold-formed steel framing is a durable, reliable and cost-effective option for low-rise and mid-rise building projects. With the release of RISA-3D Version 19 and RISAFloor Version 15, cold formed steel (CFS) walls are now available for analysis and design. Walls that have been designated as...