STRUCTURAL DESIGN BY MODEL & LOAD TESTS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 22, 2012
Structural design of concrete and steel structures can be designed on the basis of results of load tests on model or prototypes. Original Post at.
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Secrets of a structural engineer
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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Secrets of a structural engineer 0 dbarista Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:54 Engineers Walter P Moore's Scott Martin, PE, LEED AP, DBIA, offers tips and takeaways for young—and veteran—structural engineers in the AEC industry.
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Learn What’s New in Revit 2019 for Structural Engineers and Detailers
BIM & Beam
APRIL 11, 2018
Building on Autodesk’s strategy to make Revit a robust model authoring tool for designing and detailing, the Revit 2019 release includes a number of new features that increase modeling versatility, accuracy, and productivity for engineers and detailers. Detailed Steel Design. Standard and Custom Connections.
BIM for Reinforced Concrete – From Design to Detailing in One Model
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 1, 2018
This is the third blog post in a series that discusses the advantages of working on concrete projects in a BIM process for structural engineers. Allows users to design and detail with rebar clash prevention in mind to reduce clashes both in the preconstruction and site execution project phases.
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The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders
Pro Builder
JULY 14, 2021
The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders. More than a marketing tool, 3D modeling can save time and money by providing greater accuracy. For an increasing number of them, this transition entails moving from two-dimensional (2D) drawings to three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling. The Path to 3D Modeling.
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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects. Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.
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ANALYSIS OF SHEAR WALLS
The Constructor
MARCH 23, 2012
With the proliferation of computer programs available a three-dimensional analysis presents no great difficulty provided the modeling techniques fully reflect the behavior of the structure. But to do this, the designer must understand fully the behaviour of the structure. The only penalty is time.
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Curtain wall design-assist: Navigating the process for success
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.
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Structural Analysis and Code Checking Toolkit 2014 on Autodesk Exchange Apps
BIM & Beam
APRIL 2, 2013
The Structural Analysis and Code Checking Toolkit for Autodesk Revit software is a suite of tools that supports the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process and allows structural engineers to analyze and check their structure from within the Revit environment. Read more. .
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GRAITEC Unveils New Range of Revit Reinforced Concrete Extensions
BIM & Beam
DECEMBER 9, 2014
Autodesk University is the ideal event to experience inspirational seminars on everything related to design and engineering. This year GRAITEC introduced their new range of powerful Revit extensions, called Advance BIM Designers - this solution focuses on better connecting reinforced concrete design and detailing workflows in Revit.
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Structural Engineering for Architects – An unique handbook for structural engineers & newbie architects
Construction Cost Estimating
OCTOBER 13, 2015
William McLean, Pete Silver (teacher at the School of Architecture and the Built Environment at the University of Westminster) and Peter Evans (Technical Director at the London office of consulting engineers MLM) have written an exclusive ebook that can streamline structural design and analysis processes for Structural Engineers.
Last Chance to Submit Class Proposals for AU 2014
BIM & Beam
MAY 20, 2014
Submit your proposals for the Structural Engineering and Design Track. This track focuses on topics that are important to structural engineers and designers as well as BIM and CAD managers who want to learn more about Autodesk software for Building Information Modeling (BIM).
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Behind the Build: Interview with Mostafa Saber, BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 10, 2024
We sat down with Mostafa Saber , BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers as he walked us through his career journey, the challenges he faces while modernising and his vision for the future of construction. By 2007, I was introduced to BIM and started to prefer 3D modelling over 2D. Check out our conversation below!
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First Model Code Tailored to Public-Occupancy Temporary Structures Nears Adoption
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
A standard for public-occupancy temporary structures is expected to be ready for inclusion in the 2028 edition of the structural engineer's bible on design loads, known as ASCE-7.
8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects
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8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:22 Sustainability Stantec's Brett Lambert, Principal of Architecture and Passive House Certified Consultant, uses the Northland Newton Development project to guide designers with eight tips for designing multifamily passive house projects.
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AEC Collection Workflows: Dynamo for Structure
BIM & Beam
JANUARY 2, 2018
The visual programming interface of Dynamo for Revit is enabling structural engineers with the tools to build structural models with minimal energy and make their own structural design tools. They can access and edit building parameters more effectively than traditional hard coded tools allow.
More about design drawings and model planning
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
Planning are generally made for different technical purposes like architecture, engineering or construction etc. and those capture all the geometric features of a site, building, product or component in an accurate and clear way so that it can display a clear information to the builder or manufacturer to help in design. and many more.
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Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Book is Available
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JANUARY 4, 2014
Ken is a structural engineer and was, until recently, the Revit Structure Quality Assurance Analyst at Autodesk. Ken is a structural engineer and was, until recently, the Revit Structure Quality Assurance Analyst at Autodesk. Analysis Autodesk Robot Books Plugs Recommendations Structural'
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CSC’s Integrator software now Autodesk Revit 2014 compatible
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 29, 2013
CSC, has released a new version of Integrator, its market leading Structural BIM integration software for synchronising code-compliant models produced in CSC’s building design software, Fastrak and Orion, with Autodesk ® Revit ®. Read more.'
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How to design, model and analysis of Space Truss with SAP2000-19
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NOVEMBER 5, 2015
By going through this construction video, one can learn how to create the design, modeling and analysis of Space Truss alias Triangular Arch Truss through SAP2000-19, an exclusive integrated, productive and practical structural program.
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At Structural Congress, a Call for Designers to Mitigate Risk
ENR Construction
APRIL 25, 2018
Structural engineers emphasize that poor communication about 3D-model content causes most disputes on BIM projects.
Your Garage Remodel: How to Make It a (Re)Model of Efficiency
Contractor Connection
APRIL 18, 2019
Many of the decisions that go into a home remodel or addition are not just design choices; they are structural engineering problems to solve. The post Your Garage Remodel: How to Make It a (Re)Model of Efficiency appeared first on Contractor Connection. Now, how’s that for inspired thinking?
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Design is in the process: Early consultant collaboration drives better teams, designs, and buildings
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
By Sarah Sindian, AIA, NCARB Photos by Quarterra/courtesy KTGY Design, like people, can be messy. On other days, one may find themselves in a creative flow, making significant progress, only to discover that the carefully developed unit plan or amenity space, previously vetted, now requires structural reevaluation.
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Some Useful Guidelines for Concrete Slab Design in Visual Analysis 9.0
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 29, 2016
Jon Lovgren, the Engineer at Beaudette Consulting Engineers , Inc., has presented a useful construction video that shows how to create the design of a concrete slab with Visual Analysis 9.0, a powerful software for structural engineers. import from spreadsheet or other tools, and BIM.
First Model Code for Public-Occupancy Temporary Structures Nears Adoption
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
A standard for public-occupancy temporary structures is expected to be ready to include in the 2028 edition of the structural engineer's bible on design loads, known as ASCE-7.
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45 Advanced laser scanning technology supports data collection and modeling efforts for Missouri’s Iatan 1 Power Plant
BD+C
MAY 10, 2016
When the power division of Black & Veatch needed to perform field measurement and modeling of the complex Iatan 1 Power Plant, located near Platte City, Missouri, they engaged Structural Modeling & Analysis (SMA), a Kansas City-based firm specializing in structural engineering design and analysis as well as laser scanning and modeling.
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40 Advanced laser scanning technology supports data collection and modeling efforts for Missouri’s Iatan 1 Power Plant
BD+C
MAY 10, 2016
When the power division of Black & Veatch needed to perform field measurement and modeling of the complex Iatan 1 Power Plant, located near Platte City, Missouri, they engaged Structural Modeling & Analysis (SMA), a Kansas City-based firm specializing in structural engineering design and analysis as well as laser scanning and modeling.
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Some best software for structural analysis and design
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 23, 2018
Now-a-days, lots of software emerge in the market to design, analyze and develop large projects rapidly. The 3D integrated structural design and analysis software become very popular amid structural designers. These simplified structural analysis and design software are applied to increase productivity.
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40 Tracking modifications in a structural steel 3D model has never been easier!
BIM & Beam
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Understanding what has changed between two versions of a design is a challenge for structural engineers. BIM 360 Team provides a tool which helps project managers, designers, and engineers better understand design changes across the different versions of a 3D model. appeared first on BIM and Beam.
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41 How to create design & analysis of a simple structure with Orion 18
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 25, 2016
This is a useful construction video that shows how to use Orion V18 software to create the design of a basic structure. Orion is a construction program as well as structural engineering software from CSC (currently acquired by Tekla) that can be used for developing efficient structural design.
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Structural Design of ASDIP Concrete
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 4, 2018
ASDIP Concrete is a set of modules which are fully devoted for the design of concrete members like beams, columns and walls depended on the newest ACI 318 specifications. These specifications can explain the time wasting calculations in any type of structural engineering office; while this ASDIP Concrete 3.1.7v
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EdiLus-RC – A powerful software for concrete design & reinforced concrete structural calculation
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 29, 2018
EdiLus-RC is an exclusive software for making perfect concrete design that deals with structural calculations toward new and subsisting buildings in reinforced concrete by means of the most simple and effective SMART BIM object input. The first structural calculations BIM software for reinforced concrete buildings.
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Some useful design and analysis software for engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 1, 2017
This construction video provides the detailed lists of most recognized design and analysis software for Civil Engineering. The lists include the following :- Bentley Staad Pro – It is used for 3d structural analysis and design. The software can be applied for concrete, steel, and reinforced concrete design of structures.
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Can a VR-enabled AEC Firm transform building projects?
BD+C
JUNE 16, 2023
0 dbarista Fri, 06/16/2023 - 14:36 Virtual Reality With the aid of virtual reality and 3D visualization technologies, designers, consultants, and their clients can envision a place as though the project were in a later stage. This innovation in technology has greatly impacted the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, & Construction) industries.
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75 Ring 3.0 – A powerful software for bridge analysis and masonry design
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 18, 2017
LimitState Ltd has developed RING, a powerful construction program for bridge analysis and masonry design. The software is mostly suitable for structural engineers. The most updated version is RING 3.0. The newest version can be used for analyzing masonry arch bridges.
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Trimble introduces new software series of Tekla to streamline BIM analysis & design process
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 31, 2016
Trimble recently launched three new versions of its building information modeling (BIM) and analysis & design software like Tekla Structures 2016 , Tekla Structural Designer 2016 and Tekla Tedds 2016 for engineering and construction professionals. building codes and Eurocodes.
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Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable
BD+C
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/30/2023 - 10:12 Senior Living Design Mick Schaefer, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, recounts the challenges Vessel Architecture & Design had to overcome while designing a state-of-the-art senior living facility. Distributed parking solutions.
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Example of a Parametric Truss using Dynamo + React Structures
BIM & Beam
JANUARY 21, 2016
In the world of structural engineering, we are challenged to make several structural analysis models, to find the best solution, and to be the leaders in economic structure design. React Structures + Dynamo are great solutions that help with this.
Rebar Detailing to Fabrication at Autodesk University 2014
BIM & Beam
DECEMBER 22, 2014
This year at Autodesk University we had a set of fantastic classes for the Structural Engineering and Fabrication industry. One of them was “Rebar Detailing to Fabrication Workflows Using Building Information Modeling” presented by Jeff Cochrane - Director, Software Design, Applied Systems Associates, Inc.
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ConSteel – A powerful structural Analysis software for steel & composite structures
Construction Cost Estimating
JUNE 17, 2017
It is suitable for all the stages of the design process ranging from modeling; integrated analysis and standard design; brief inspection of cross-sections and structural joints; flexible documentation. The completely new csPI interface makes the structural modeling process more improved.
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Civil Engineering Software | List of Civil Engineering Software | List of Engineering Software
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Civil Engineering Software: Civil engineering software encompasses a variety of tools to assist civil engineers throughout both the design and construction process. This software can help in drafting & documenting, designing, visualizing & analyzing & so on. Software for Road Designing & Analysis.
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Robot Structural Analysis mid-year update is here!
BIM & Beam
AUGUST 30, 2018
As the Robot Structural Analysis team, we want to show you our commitment to improving your experience with Robot Structural Analysis software. This work is happening below the surface, and as structural engineers, you know how important a solid foundation is for success. and many more.
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With BIM, steel detailing can be delivered fast. See how Autodesk customer TSI Structures did it.
BIM & Beam
JUNE 6, 2016
“The bidirectional link between Advance Steel and Autodesk Revit software— used by BWB’s structural engineers—made it easier to reuse their design model and work more efficiently with their engineers using a BIM workflow,” says Adrian Betts, drawing office manager at TSI Structures.
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40 Brief overview of Reinforced concrete and its various advantages
Construction Cost Estimating
JANUARY 9, 2015
A RCC building structure consists of reinforced concrete slab design, Reinforced Concrete Beam design as well as design of several other components like columns, frames, and footing and RCC walls. building structure civil engineer concrete construction materials'
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