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Feb 6, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
RISA-3D v18.0.2 Released
The latest update to RISA-3D Version 18 includes DXF import/export, the "Dim Lock" Tool as well as other enhancements and corrections. Read More
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February 06, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
RISA-3D v18.0.2 Released
The latest update to RISA-3D Version 18 includes DXF import/export, the "Dim Lock" Tool as well as other enhancements and corrections. Read More
February 06, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Get to Know the RISA Customer Portal
The RISA Customer Portal provides access to all your account information, including installation downloads, licenses, usage stats and the ability to easily manage yearly software renewals. Read More
January 30, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Added Anchorage Design, Including Pullout Using Hilti PROFIS Engineering Integration
RISAConnection v11 has added the ability to export base plate connections as well as reactions directly to Hilti PROFIS Engineering for anchorage design. Read More
January 29, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Updated HSS Tube Connection Design According to CSA S16-14/09
RISAConnection v11 now incorporates expanded support for HSS tube shapes according to Canadian (CSA S16-14/09) design standards. Read More
January 29, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Flange Plate Column Cap Plate Moment Connection now Available
RISAConnection v11 now includes the ability to design Column to Beam Column Cap Flange Plate Moment Connections according to AISC 360. Read More
January 20, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Online Course: RISA Steel Building Workshop
RISA Steel Building Workshop Online Course now Available! Read More
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December 05, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Using Redesign Lists in RISA-3D
RISA-3D now includes an interface that gives users the ability to create and modify design lists directly within the software. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Experience the Updated User Interface in RISA-3D
RISA-3D's latest interface has engineers' workflow in mind. With an updated ribbon toolbar, properties panel and 3D window, you'll create, load, analyze and design projects faster than ever. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Modeling and Understanding Plate Results in RISA-3D
This video tutorial, learn how to quickly model and submesh plates in RISA-3D as well as how to interpret plate results using both spreadsheets and graphical results such as contour plots. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Improved Graphics and Report Printing
RISA-3D's new report printing interface helps you quickly organize and print reports. Easily include spreadsheet output, detailed reports and graphics in order to properly document your design. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Applying Loading and Reviewing Results in RISA-3D
Learn how RISA-3D allows you to graphically apply and modify various types of loads to your model while allowing you to quickly review applied loads and corresponding results with one-click! Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Expandable Detailed Reports
RISA-3D includes new detailed reports which include expandable limit states that show all governing equations making design verification straightforward. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Solving P-Delta Divergences in RISA-3D
In this video, you'll learn how to investigate and solve P-Delta divergence errors in your RISA-3D model. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Using Model Generation Templates in RISA-3D
In this video tutorial, we will investigate the various "Model Generation Templates" available. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Portal Frame Design in RISA-3D
This step-by-step video tutorial walks you through the building a portal frame within RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Concrete Wall Panels in RISA 3D
This video tutorial describes step-by-step how to model, analyze and design a concrete wall in RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Designing a Simple Steel Beam in RISA-3D
In this video tutorial, learn how to model, analyze and design a simple steel beam in RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Designing a Steel Truss in RISA-3D
This video tutorial describes step-by-step how to model, analyze and design a steel truss within RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Designing a Wood Truss in RISA-3D
This video tutorial describes step-by-step how to model, analyze and design a wood truss within RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Wood Wall Panels in RISA-3D
This video tutorial describes step-by-step how to model, analyze and design a wood wall in RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Masonry Wall Panels in RISA-3D
This video tutorial describes step-by-step how to model, analyze and design a masonry wall in RISA-3D. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Upgraded Solution Speed using Multi-Core Processing
RISA-3D now offers upgraded solution speed through the use of multi-core processing. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Making and Viewing Model Changes in RISA-3D
RISA-3D's new selection tools and Properties Panel, making it effortless to quickly view/adjust properties for single or multiple members/loads in a quick and easily accessible way. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Improved and Better Organized Drawing Tools
RISA-3D's new ribbon toolbar aims to streamline daily use while also giving direct access to new drawing tools such as "lock to plane" allowing users to draw in 3D space with higher precision. Read More
November 13, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Enhanced Model View Options, Filtering and Member Query
RISA-3D's robust filtering and new Quick Find function allow users to quickly highlight and zoom to desired nodes/members for quick inspection of specific elements in large, complex models. Read More
November 01, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Understanding Your RISA-3D Model Using Graphics
Reviewing analysis and design results graphically in RISA-3D is easy using the Result View Settings and the Quick View toolbar. Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Updated Floor Vibration Calculation per AISC Design Guide #11
RISAFloor v14 now includes floor vibration calculations per the 2nd Edition of AISC Design Guide #11 Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Nested Load Combinations in RISAFoundation
RISAFoundation v12 now includes the ability to utilize “nested” load combinations. Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Add Single Layer of Reinforcement anywhere in Slab
RISAFoundation v12 now includes the ability to create a single layer of reinforcement anywhere in a slab. Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Foundation Design according to Eurocode 2
RISAFoundation v12 includes mat slab, concrete beam and pedestal design according to Eurocode 2 Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
LRFD Wood Design per AWC-NDS 2015/2018 Codes
Strength Design (LRFD) according to the AWC-NDS 2015/2018 code has been implemented into RISAFloor v14.0 Read More
August 30, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Vibration Analysis for Steel Joists
RISAFloor v14 includes Steel Joist Vibration Analysis per SJI Technical Digest #5. For more information, check out the video below. Read More
August 21, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
RISA-3D v18 Sneak Peek Videos
The new release of RISA-3D is right around the corner! Check out our teaser videos! Read More
August 21, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Enhanced Property Display and Modification
RISA-3D's view options as well as the new property panel makes it effortless to quickly view/adjust properties for single or multiple members/loads in a quick and easily accessible way. Read More
July 12, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Implementing Realistic Behavior for T/C Members in RISA-3D
Tension or Compression (T/C) Only members are commonly used in steel buildings when modeling braced frames that resist lateral load. Read More
June 20, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Understanding Wall Panel Forces with Rigid Diaphragms
Rigid diaphragms represent a plane of very high rigidity and distribute load to elements which connect to them solely based on the stiffness of the elements. Read More
May 16, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Pinned Beams in Semi-Rigid Diaphragms
Learn how to eliminate end reaction spikes in beams within semi-rigid diaphragms. Read More
March 28, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Assigning Seismic Loads in RISA-3D
RISA-3D has two ways of automatically generating seismic-related loads: the Seismic Load Generator and Response Spectra Analysis Read More
March 21, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Creating Custom Load Combinations
Learn how to create custom load combinations to be used in the Load Combination Generator. Read More
February 14, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
What's New in RISAConnection v10
RISAConnection v10 incorporates updates according to AISC 360-16 (15th Edition) including changes to HSS provisions as well as improved design for column webs subject to out-of-plane loading. Read More
February 14, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Updates to HSS Connections (Chapter K) according to AISC 15th Edition Steel Manual
RISAConnection v10 includes changes to connection design for rectangular HSS shapes with applied concentrated forces found in AISC 360-16. Read More
February 14, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Connection Design per AISC 15th Edition Steel Manual now Available
Connection design according to the new AISC 360-16 (15th Ed.) Steel Manual has now been implemented in RISAConnection. Read More
February 14, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Out of Plane Design Checks on Column Web Connections
RISAConnection v10 includes updates to AISC 360-16 (15th edition) including how to check the out-of-plane loading on the webs of wide flange columns. Read More
January 31, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Flexibility with RISA Subscription Licensing
With Subscription Licensing, you get the same RISA software you rely on now with more flexibility and value. Read More
January 17, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
RISAFloor & RISA-3D: Two Buildings on the Same Podium
With RISAFloor and RISA-3D it is possible to create a structure with two buildings supported on the same podium. Read More
January 10, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
Modeling Hanger Columns in RISAFloor
In RISAFloor it is possible to model hanger columns that can be analyzed in RISA-3D. Read More
January 03, 2019 | Tips & Tricks
What wood wall design method should I use?
RISA-3D has multiple options for analyzing wood walls: Segmented, Perforated, or Force Transfer around Openings (FTAO). Read More
December 20, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
How to Create and Apply A Custom Rebar Layout
Learn how to apply a custom rebar layout in RISA-3D Read More
November 16, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
HSS Tube Moment Connections per CSA S16 now Available
Wide Flange Beam to HSS Tube Column Moment Connections can now be designed in RISAConnection v9 according to CSA S16. Read More
November 16, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
Using & Disabling the Base Material Proration Factor
RISAConnection now gives users the option to disable the Base Material Proration Factor for checking welds. Read More
November 16, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
Include Transfer Forces in Vertical Brace Connections
RISAConnection now allows users to input the "transfer forces" originating from other connected elements. Read More
November 16, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
Tapered Gusset Plates using Custom Angle
Modeling tapered gusset plates in RISAConnection is now easier than ever. With the recent addition of the Custom Angle input, you may now enter an angle to quickly cut back a gusset edge. Read More
November 15, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
HSS Tube Moment Connections per AISC 360 now Available
Wide Flange Beam to HSS Tube Column Moment Connections can now be designed in RISAConnection v9 according to AISC 360. Read More
November 08, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
Mat Slab Overturning and Sliding Safety Factors
RISAFoundation v11.0 includes two new tabs in the Safety Factors results spreadsheet that breakdown the slab’s stabilizing and destabilizing forces for each category. Read More
November 02, 2018 | Tips & Tricks
Masonry Lintel Analysis using FEA
RISA-3D now includes the ability to analyze masonry lintels finite element analysis rather than as simply supported. Read More