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2024-04-19

Invitation to Free Webinar | Stiffening Design in RFEM 6 Using Building Model

Title:
Stiffening Design in RFEM 6 Using Building Model

Date and Time:
Thu, April 25, 2024 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CEST

Webinars provide you with the opportunity to gain expert knowledge and to ensure you're getting the most out of your Dlubal programs.

In this webinar, you will learn how to calculate connections with circular hollow sections in RFEM 6.

After the event, you can easily download the model(s) used in the webinar. This will allow you to independently follow the webinar step by step.

More information and registration:

Invitation to Free Webinar | Stiffening Design in RFEM 6 Using Building Model

Stiffening Design in RFEM 6 Using Building Model

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2024-04-30

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Construction Stages in Membrane Structures with RFEM 6

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RFEM 6 | Students | Introduction to Reinforced Concrete Design

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$Cross-Section Modeling and \n Stress Analysis in RSECTION 1$

Webinar

Cross-Section Modeling and Stress Analysis in RSECTION 1

2024-05-15

Online Training

RFEM 6 | Students | Introduction to Steel Design

2024-05-16

Consideration of Construction Stages in RFEM 6

Webinar

Consideration of Construction Stages in RFEM 6

2024-05-23

Most Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Dlubal Support Team

Webinar

Most Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Dlubal Support Team | May 2024

2024-05-29

$Steel Structures in RFEM 6 \n Part 1: Modeling, Load Input$

Webinar

Modeling and Design of Steel Structures in RFEM 6 | Part 1: Modeling, Load Input

2024-06-06

$Steel Structures in RFEM 6 \n Part 2: Combinations, Design, Documentation$

Webinar

Modeling and Design of Steel Structures in RFEM 6 | Part 2: Combinations, Design, Documentation

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Most Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Dlubal Support Team | June 2024

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Online Training

RFEM 6 | Students | Introduction to Member Design

2024-10-23

Online Training

RSECTION 1 | Students | Introduction to Strength of Materials

Videos

General

Dynamic and Seismic Analysis of Structures | RFEM 6 & RSTAB 9 by Dlubal Software

Length: 00:00:00 min

Event

Webinar | Stiffening Design in RFEM 6 Using Building Model

Length: 00:00:00 min

Event

Webinar | NBC 2020 Response Spectrum Analysis in RFEM 6

Length: 01:04:22 min

Event

Webinar | Modeling and Design of Frame Structures in RFEM 6 Using Building Model Add-On

Length: 01:12:10 min

Event

Webinar | CSA A23.3:19 Concrete Building Design in RFEM 6

Length: 00:00:00 min

General

Building Model for Multi-Story Buildings | RFEM 6 by Dlubal Software

Length: 00:01:55 min

FAQ

FAQ 005387 | I have a 3D model and try to split it up into "walls" and "surfaces"...

Length: 00:00:55 min

Event

Webinar | Calculation of Storeys in RFEM 6 Using Building Model Add-On

Length: 00:47:52 min

FAQ

FAQ 005329 | I received an error message “Surface of incompatible type... (Surface in upper plane...

Length: 00:01:00 min

Playlist

Models to Download

Model 004460 | Multistory Concrete and Steel Building | RSA NBC 2020

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Multistory Concrete and Steel Building | RSA NBC 2020

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Multi-Story Building

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Multi-Story Building

Building Model | Calculation with Rigid Diaphragm

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3D Model with Rigid Diaphragm Within Building Model

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Building with 4 Stories

Building Model with Members and Surfaces

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Building with 4 Stories

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Concrete Building

Model 004869 | Floor Panels for Multi-Story Structure

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Floor panels for multi-storey construction

Model 004864 | Steel Structure Connection | AISC 360-22

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Steel Structure Connection | AISC 360-22

Knowledge Base Articles

KB 001860 | NBC 2020 Modal Response Spectrum Analysis and Base Shear Considerations in RFEM 6

The National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2020 Article 4.1.8.7 provides a clear procedure for earthquake methods of analysis. The more advanced method, the Dynamic Analysis Procedure in Article 4.1.8.12, should be used for all structure types except those that meet the criteria set forth in 4.1.8.7. The more simplistic method, the Equivalent Static Force Procedure (ESFP) in Article 4.1.8.11, can be used for all other structures.

In RFEM 6, seismic analysis can be done by using the Modal Analysis and the Response Spectrum Analysis add-ons. Once the spectral analysis has been performed, it is possible to use the Building Model add-on to display story actions, interstory drifts, and forces in shear walls.

Building Model is one of the special solution add-ons in RFEM 6. It is an advantageous tool for modeling, with which building stories can be created and manipulated easily. Building Model can be activated at the beginning of the modeling process and afterwards.

KB 001880 | Design of Cable Structures in RFEM 6 and RSTAB 9

In this article, you will learn how to model and design cable structures in RFEM 6 or RSTAB 9.

Screenshots

Model 004386 | Multistory Reinforced Concrete Building | CSA A23.3:19

Feature 002632 | Floor Analysis as Detached 2D Structures

Designing Reinforced Concrete Slab as 2D Model

NBC 2020 Modal Response Spectrum Analysis in RFEM 6

Modeling Tools for Building Models

Model 004486 | Multi-Story Building

Model 004460 | Multistory Concrete and Steel Building | RSA NBC 2020

Model 004403 | Multi-Story Building

Story Type "Load Transfer Only"

Product Features

The building model is calculated in two phases:

Global 3D calculation of the global model, where the slabs are modeled as a rigid plane (diaphragm) or as a bending plate
Local 2D calculation of the individual floors

After the calculation, the results of the columns and walls from the 3D calculation and the results of the slabs from the 2D calculation are combined in a single model. This means that there is no need to switch between the 3D model and the individual 2D models of the slabs. The user only works with one model, saves valuable time, and avoids possible errors in the manual data exchange between the 3D model and the individual 2D ceiling models.

The vertical surfaces in the model can be divided into shear walls and opening lintels. The program automatically generates internal result members from these wall objects, so they can be designed as members according to any standard in the Concrete Design add-on.

Several modeling tools are available for elements in building models:

Vertical line
Column
Wall
Beam
Rectangular floor
Polygonal floor
Rectangular floor opening
Polygonal floor opening

This feature allows you to define the element on the ground plane (for example, with a background layer) with the associated multiple element creation in space.

Using the "Load Transfer Only" story type, you can consider slabs without stiffness effect in and out of the plane in the Building Model add-on. This element type collects the loads on the slab and transfers them to the supporting elements of a 3D model. Thus, you can simulate secondary components, such as grillage and similar load distribution elements, without any further effect in the 3D model.

Tabular and Graphical Output of Center of Rigidity

Have you activated the Building Model add-on? Very good! This allows you to display the center of rigidity in tabular and graphical form. Use it for your dynamic analysis, for example.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

I have a 3D model and try to split it up into "walls" and "surfaces" with the Building Model and to calculate them separately. However, my structural system becomes unstable then. What can be the reason?

I received an error message “Surface of incompatible type... (Surface in upper plane of building story must be of ‘Load transfer’ type)” when running the calculation. What is the reason?

Which Dlubal software products do you recommend for the structural analysis and design of timber structures in particular?

How do I reset the display settings to default?

Why are the maximum deformations not displayed?

What is the difference between the RANS, URANS, and DDES turbulence models?

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