A Structural Engineering Blog
Interpreting the Slab Analysis Result using SAFE program is the last stage to consider in the design of the slab using SAFE. This is the procedure where the structural designer will interpret his/her design and reflect it in…
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SAFE by Computers and Structures Inc. (CSI) is a powerful tool in Slab Analysis using finite element method or finite element analysis (FEA). In this particular software, you can design and analyze the horizontal members of a building…
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One of the common issues on site involves the design of development length in the reinforcing bars that we are using. For some engineers development length in bars is generally taken for granted. Nevertheless, it is important to…
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Understanding the different seismic analysis parameters is an integral part of the seismic analysis. It is very important for a structural designer to thoroughly understand each of these parameters to be able to come up with a convincing…
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One of the tasks of a Structural Engineer whether you assigned as a Site or Design Engineer includes the review of the contractor’s documents and shop drawings submittals. After the project has been awarded to the contractor and before…
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Overview: This article sums up to two different topics of how we can save our time modeling in ETABS the most convenient and fastest way as possible. At the end of this article we will learn the following:…
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After establishing the design loads of the proposed project, the next thing to consider is to determine the appropriate design load combinations. Generally, load combination is composed of individual loads, i.e. dead load superimposed dead loads and live loads…
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Design Load Considerations The Load considerations and assumptions is the first thing to consider at the start of structural design. This is an important factor to bear in mind. Without the correct loads, the output of our design is…
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Construction Joint in Slabs We often encounter construction joints during site construction. Maybe you might wonder what the purpose of construction joints is and what it is all about. A construction joint is one of the types of…
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