Soil-Structure Interaction in RFEM
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In this webinar, we show you various options for using soil models in RFEM.
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Soil-structure interaction in RFEMIn this webinar, we will show you various options for using soil models in RFEM.
Time Schedule
0:00 | Introduction |
2:25 | Presenting different soil models |
14:20 | Utilizing soil models in RFEM |
33:20 | Designing a floor slab |
Presentation Models to Download
Below, under Models to Download, you can find the models used in the webinar. This will allow you to independently follow the webinar step by step with the provided models.Speakers

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Andreas Hörold
Marketing & Public Relations
Mr. Hörold takes care of the Dlubal Software website, creates press releases as well as marketing materials, and is the moderator of the German and English webinars.

Dipl.-Ing. (BA) Markus Baumgärtel
Customer Support
Mr. Baumgärtel provides technical support for customers of Dlubal Software.

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Adrian Langhammer
Product Engineering & Customer Support
Mr. Langhammer is responsible for the development of the area of reinforced concrete structures, and provides technical support to our customers.
Keywords
Free online webinar RFEM RF-SOILIN Soil Structure Construction Model Interaction Soil models Eurocode 2 Eurocode 7
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Links
- Product Description | Structural Analysis Program RFEM
- First Steps with RFEM
- RFEM 5 Online Manual
- RF-SOILIN Add-on Module
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Comparison of Different Soil Models Using RFEM
A foundation is usually created in RFEM using the subgrade reaction modulus method. The reason for this is the relatively easy and straightforward manageability. Also, no iterative calculations are necessary and the computing time is relatively short. The subgrade reaction means that, for example, a foundation plate is loaded flat elastically.

Create 3D glTF Models (*.glb and *.glTF Formats)
RFEM and RSTAB models can be saved as 3D glTF models (*.glb and *.glTF formats). View the models in 3D in detail with a 3D viewer from Google or Baylon. Take your VR glasses, such as Oculus, to "walk" through the structure.
You can integrate the 3D glTF models into your own websites using JavaScript according to these instructions (as on the Dlubal website Models to Download).
- For the settlement calculation in the RF‑SOILIN add-on module, the specific weight gamma and gamma,sat are required for the soil. What do I need the value gamma,sat for, and how is it assumed in the calculation?
- Is there a way how to easily prevent RF‑SOILIN from recalculating the foundation every time the load in the governing load case is changed?
- Why do I obtain such high contact stresses at the foundation edges of my floor slab?
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The limit stress is activated, but my stress ratio is “non-designable” in the Stress-Strain Analysis add-on. What could be the reason?
- In RFEM 6, is it possible to display a graphic with the distribution of the required reinforcement in the DIN A0 format?
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How do I define a member as a cantilever and not as supported at both ends for serviceability or deflection design?
- Where can I find the graphical results of punching shear in the concrete design? Especially the distribution of shear forces at the critical perimeter or the punching loads.
- Is it possible to display the reinforcement description in RFEM 6?
- Where can I find the graphical results of punching shear in the concrete design? Especially the distribution of shear forces at the critical perimeter or the punching loads.
- In RFEM 6, is it possible to display a graphic with the distribution of the required reinforcement in the DIN A0 format?