Consider Construction Stages in RFEM 6
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This webinar shows how to use the structural analysis software RFEM 6 with its Construction Stages Analysis (CSA) add-on to consider the construction process of structures.
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Date | Time
Event Language
EnglishTime Schedule
0:00 | Introduction |
2:15 | Construction stages definition on the model |
22:15 | Construction stages definition on the load side |
35:20 | Design based on construction stages |
38:40 | Review of results |
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Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Andreas Hörold
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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. (FH) Adrian Langhammer
Product Engineering & Customer Support
Mr. Langhammer is responsible for development in the area of reinforced concrete structures, and provides technical support to our customers.
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- Product Description | Construction Stages Analysis (CSA) for RFEM 6
- More About RFEM 6
- More About RSTAB 9
- Add-Ons for RFEM 6 and RSTAB 9
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Consideration of Construction Stages in RFEM 6
The calculation of complex structures by means of finite element analysis software is generally performed on the entire model. However, the construction of such structures is a process carried out in multiple stages where the final state of the building is achieved by combining the separate structural parts. To avoid errors in the calculation of overall models, the influence of the construction process must be considered. In RFEM 6, this is possible by using the Construction Stages Analysis (CSA) add-on.
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