Loads
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June 16, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
Understanding differences between Basic Load Cases, Load Categories and Load Combinations
Understanding differences between Basic Load Cases, Load Categories and Load Combinations is essential to creating accurate RISA models. Read More
April 23, 2020 | Tips & Tricks
How Do Flexible Diaphragms Work on Sloped Roofs?
This article will show you how to define a flexible diaphragm on a sloped roof. The user has the option to consider a Ceiling Diaphragm for the load attribution, or they may choose not to consider a 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
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
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
November 16, 2017 | Tips & Tricks
Area Load Query Tool
RISAFloor v11 includes the new Area Load Query tool which allows users to visually inspect the area loads applied to a floor level. Read More
November 15, 2017 | Tips & Tricks
Beam Skip Loading now Available
RISAFloor v12 now includes the ability for users to apply pattern skip loading based on ASCE 7. Read More
September 14, 2017 | Tips & Tricks
Enhanced Live Load Reduction
RISAFloor v10 includes changes to the interface that make it significantly easier to understand how live load reduction is affecting the design forces in your structure. Read More
June 7, 2017 | Tips & Tricks
Parapet Wind Loading
RISAFloor v11 allows users to add parapets while allowing the program to calculate the wind loads per the ASCE 7 parapet wind loading requirements. Read More