Tips & Tricks

December 29, 2025

What’s New for IBC 2024 in RISA: A Closer Look

With RISA’s latest release of RISA-3D v23.0.1, we’re continuing to expand support for IBC 2024, helping engineers stay aligned with the latest building code requirements as adoption accelerates across the U.S.—including federally funded projects. This release builds on v23.0.0 ASCE 7-22 enhancements and adds key material design updates that move RISA further into full IBC 2024 compliance. New Material Design Updates Supporting IBC 2024 The upcoming release introduces several important design code updates referenced by IBC 2024, including: Steel Seismic design per AISC 341-22 Prequalified connections per AISC 358-22 Continued support for AISC 360-22 (16th Edition) steel design Ongoing updates to the hot-rolled shape database, including compatibility with both 15th and 16th Edition steel manuals These updates support modern seismic detailing requirements and ensure consistency with current steel industry standards. Masonry Masonry design per TMS 402-22, aligning with the latest strength and serviceability provisions adopted by IBC 2024. Key updates include: Revisions to shear design equations, including clarified definitions of shear area as outlined in Table 4.4.5, improving consistency and transparency in shear capacity calculations. Updated strength reduction factors for flexure and combined flexure + axial. Unlike previous editions that used a fixed ϕ-factor of 0.9, TMS 402-22 introduces tension-controlled,…

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Celebrating Pi Day with RISA!
March 14, 2024

Celebrating Pi Day with RISA!

As engineers, we're no strangers to the power of numbers. And on Pi Day, we're reminded of one of the most iconic constants in mathematics: π. But what does π have to do with structural engineering software? More than you might think! Join us as we explore the role of π in our field and celebrate...

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Enhanced
March 4, 2024

Enhanced "Move" Tools in RISAFoundation

RISAFoundation includes the added ability to move selected foundation elements. This includes beams, wall footings, piles, pedestals, slabs, etc. To access the move tools, click on the Modify tab in the toolbar.

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ADAPT-PT/RC Version 23.0 is now available!
February 26, 2024

ADAPT-PT/RC Version 23.0 is now available!

New features are now available in the recent release of RISACore (RISA-3D v22.0, RISAFloor v18.0, and RISAFoundation v16.0) . We are working hard to add the features and functionality that our customers have requested as soon as they become available. With that in mind, we have prepared a new...

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Gross and Net Soil Pressures
February 20, 2024

Gross and Net Soil Pressures

In RISAFoundation, the Allowable Soil Bearing value is controlled by the Soil Region. This value is always taken as a Gross allowable soil pressure by default.

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Customizable Hot Keys in RISA-3D v22.0
February 20, 2024

Customizable Hot Keys in RISA-3D v22.0

Looking to enhance your workflow and boost productivity in RISA-3D? In this latest release of RISA-3D v22, we've included customizable hot keys. From speeding up common tasks to streamlining your design process, customizable hot keys offer a plethora of benefits for users of all levels. Try out the...

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Wall Panel Opening Quick Add & Editor Tool in RISAFloor v18.0
February 20, 2024

Wall Panel Opening Quick Add & Editor Tool in RISAFloor v18.0

We're thrilled to announce the release of RISAFloor v18.0, packed with exciting new features to enhance your structural design experience. One standout addition is the Wall Panel Opening Quick Add & Editor Tool, designed to streamline your workflow like never before. With live dynamic dimensions...

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Added Ability to Move Nodes with Mouse in RISA-3D
February 20, 2024

Added Ability to Move Nodes with Mouse in RISA-3D

Introducing RISA-3D v22.0, the latest milestone in structural engineering innovation! One of the standout features of this release is the ability to move nodes with a simple mouse gesture in the 3D graphical view. This intuitive functionality revolutionizes your design process, allowing for...

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Experience the Updated User Interface in RISAFoundation
February 20, 2024

Experience the Updated User Interface in RISAFoundation

The all new RISAFoundation provides engineers with a fresh new take on our foundation analysis and design software. With a completely redesigned interface and robust graphical modeling tools, RISAFoundation v16 allows engineers to work more efficiently and get the most out of the software. The...

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New Features in RISACore v22.0 Release
February 20, 2024

New Features in RISACore v22.0 Release

New features are now available in the recent release of RISACore (RISA-3D v22.0, RISAFloor v18.0, and RISAFoundation v16.0) . We are working hard to add the features and functionality that our customers have requested as soon as they become available. With that in mind, we have prepared a new...

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