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Dlubal RFEM 5 | Introduction to the FEA structural analysis software
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First Steps with RFEM
Description
RFEM is a structural analysis program for structural and dynamic analysis and design of 3D structures.
This introductory video explains in 5 minutes the FEA structural analysis software RFEM workflow, which options are offered, and the basic user interface. This short video also gives an overview of the entire design process including the initial model input and design up to the final documentation and printout report for your review engineers.
Keywords
RFEM Introduction to RFEM FEA Software Finite Element Software
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Display Options for Result Values on Surfaces
You can make various settings in order to achieve a clearly‑arranged display of the result values. For example, some users may not want the white background in text bubbles. You can adjust the background in ‘Display Properties’ using the option Transparent and Background color.
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Depending on stiffness, mass, and damping, structures react differently to wind action.
- How can I model a timber-concrete composite floor?
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Is it possible to specify shrinkage effects as loads?
- The four plates, identically loaded, show different negative moments at the point of support. Is this a mistake?
- How can I quickly model a chimney with reinforcement rings and stiffeners?
- How can I consider holes in steel members?
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Is it possible to model and design tapered castellated beams in RF-STEEL AISC?
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Why are my steel members not being designed for stability in RF-STEEL AISC?
- When should the punching load be determined with the (un)smoothed distribution of the shear forces at the critical perimeter?
- When using the "Import Support Reactions as Load" function, I get the message "No surface has been selected upon which the load is to be applied." What is the reason for this message?
- Are the result values in FE elements averaged or do they refer to the nodal values? Where can I set this?
