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KB 001793 | Modal Analysis in RFEM 6 Using a Practical Example
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Modal analysis is the starting point for the dynamic analysis of structural systems. This video shows you a summary of how to perform a modal analysis in RFEM 6.
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Modal Analysis in RFEM 6 Using a Practical Example
Modal analysis is the starting point for the dynamic analysis of structural systems. This article shows you a summary of how to perform a modal analysis in RFEM 6.

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Modal Analysis | Visualization and Standardization of Mode Shapes
As already mentioned, the results of a Modal Analysis load case are displayed in the program after a successful calculation. Hence, you can immediately see the first mode shape graphically or as an animation. The representation of the mode shape standardization can be easily adjusted. You can do this directly in the Results navigator, where you should select one of the three options for the visualization of the mode shapes: scale the value of the mode shape vector uj to 1 (considers only the translation components); select the maximum translational component of the eigenvector and set it to 1; or consider the entire eigenvector (including the rotation components), select the maximum, and set it to 1.- Is the German National Annex 2021‑07 to Eurocode 8 available in RFEM 5 / RSTAB 8?
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- How can I neglect masses in my modal analysis in RFEM 6 / RSTAB 9?
- Where can I adjust the standardization of a mode shape in RFEM 6 / RSTAB 9?
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- How can I display mode shapes in RFEM 6 and RSTAB 9?
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