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.
Secrets of a structural engineer
BD+C
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. We’re excited to share these features with you—take a look!
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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What’s New in Autodesk Revit 2015 R2 for Structural Engineers
BIM & Beam
SEPTEMBER 23, 2014
There are new features and enhancements in Autodesk Revit 2015 R2 dedicated especially to structural engineers. Improved rebar modeling : When reinforcing concrete elements, you can now place rebar in any 2D view. Snaps such as nearest, endpoint, and midpoints are available when defining structural elements along model lines.
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. Segmentation is dictated by engineering, architectural, or fabrication requirements, and its reinforcement is determined by the structural engineer.
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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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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.
Structural Mechanics: Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses – An exclusive e-book for structural engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 6, 2015
Karl-Gunnar Olsson and Ola Dahlblom both published an exclusive e-book for structural engineers. This book is known as Structural Mechanics : Modelling and Analysis of Frames and Trusses. The book analyzes the basic concepts of structural mechanics as well as the modelling and analysis of frame and truss structures.
GRAITEC Unveils New Range of Revit Reinforced Concrete Extensions
BIM & Beam
DECEMBER 9, 2014
Industry Challenge: As structural engineers and detailers look to collaborate in new ways, one remaining gap is in the transfer of structural design to the detailer. GRAITEC Advance BIM Designers combine analysis, intuitive modeling and automatic drawing and report creation directly from within the Revit environment.
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109 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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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.
Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2024
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. Highlight the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM), drones for surveying, and other innovative tools.
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The Simulation for AEC Industry Playlist is now live on SIM TV
BIM & Beam
SEPTEMBER 26, 2012
The Simulation for AEC Industry Playlist consists of simulation know-how videos for structural engineers, MEP engineers, and architects. There’s a new playlist available on SIM TV.
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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.
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. The only penalty is time. Sometimes, especially where a dynamic analysis is required, it is the only method that can be used.
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Model transfer from Revit to React Structures
BIM & Beam
FEBRUARY 26, 2016
Structural Engineers can transfer Revit models into React Structures in a flexible way using Dynamo. Learn how to create a one way model transfer workflow from Revit to React Structures. This script is an example of the workflow we could enable using React Structures, Revit and Dynamo.
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Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Book is Available
Revit OpEd
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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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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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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Civil & Structural Engineer: Filling the Gaps in the DOT Data Flow
ENR Construction
AUGUST 11, 2022
A steady stream of new and innovative technologies have poured into the construction space over the last decade, including machine control, 3D modeling, and collaboration tools.
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 How to design, model and analysis of Space Truss with SAP2000-19
Construction Cost Estimating
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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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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Revit 2015 Supplementary Update
Revit OpEd
SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
From an Autodesk email: Autodesk Revit 2015 R2 includes more than 30 user-requested features that add powerful capabilities, enhance software performance and improve user productivity for architects, MEP and structural engineers.
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Behind the Build: Interview with Ahmad Ashraf, Head R&D Engineer at Hassan Allam
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 13, 2022
I had graduated as a structural engineer and during my master’s programme, I was undertaking a very heavy task. I had to complete the analysis of 10,000 models using software to monitor the behaviour of a cable structure element, and I had to do it manually. What do you do today?
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More about design drawings and model planning
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
Generally this process of making plans and producing them is known as technical drawing and a working drawing is a kind of technical drawing where documentation has to be done to build any engineering product or architecture such as civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing etc. and many more.
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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.
Overlay VS Attached
Revit OpEd
JULY 29, 2013
In practice, if we create an architectural model (parent) that uses linked files (children) for repeating units they will need to be set to Attached if we want the units to appear when the "parent" architectural model is linked into a structural model. Clear as mud? Explanations Tips Linked Files Dept. of Subtle'
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When is a discrepancy not really a discrepancy?
DebunkTheBIM
NOVEMBER 2, 2011
The structural engineer sizes the concrete column; the architect places it in the space. There is a code on the structural drawing that can be tracked to the schedule and the dimensions are noted. They both are confident to be following well established building-documenting practices.
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.
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., a powerful software for structural engineers. Visual Analysis is a construction program ideal for structural analysis and member design of standard beams, columns, frames, trusses and building models.
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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Can a VR-enabled AEC Firm transform building projects?
BD+C
JUNE 16, 2023
This innovation in technology has greatly impacted the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, & Construction) industries. What once had to be drawn by hand is now transformed into a 3D model; helping the design team streamline the process, but not changing the deliverable to the client. HOW DOES VR CREATE CLEAR EXPECTATIONS?
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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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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, hows that for inspired thinking?
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Behind the Build: Interview with Mostafa Saber, BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 10, 2024
By 2007, I was introduced to BIM and started to prefer 3D modelling over 2D. We’re able to review the same documents simultaneously by several team members, adding comments by the project architects, interior designer, structure engineers and coordinators together without losing time.
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119 Who owns the column?
DebunkTheBIM
JUNE 25, 2011
A square or a rectangle, depending if you are looking at the soft-copy-representation (of the hard-copy-print) of the architect’s or structural engineer’s imagination. For the structural engineer, C16 needs to be square. If there was a model earlier in the piece this would not have been an issue.
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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 Current and Future Use of BIM – 2013 – UK
Building Information Management
AUGUST 30, 2013
The study centered upon the development of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the UK construction industry and its pontential affect on the role of the client’s construction manager (CM). For example, the use of the BIM model to produce cost and time estimates has been identified as a paradigm shift (Gier 2008).
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Some best software for structural analysis and design
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 23, 2018
These software facilitate the structural modeling and load analyzing more consistent and well organized, as a result the time and effort are curtailed significantly for finite element analysis. Given below, the detail lists of five best software for Civil and Structural Engineering. Post-tensioning 3.
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Reinforcement Connectors in Revit 2017
BIM & Beam
MAY 13, 2016
Structural engineers can use schematic connectors to define requirements. Manufacturers can go into full detail, precisely modeling and representing reinforcement connectors to create installation instructions. This feature improves level of details for reinforcement modeling and documentation.
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