A Structural Engineering Blog
The previous article “Basics of Load Calculations in Structural Design”, shows us the load path and how the assigned load was distributed in beams. These beams should resist the calculated loads for a safe and sound design. Surely…
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In the world of too many competitions, how do you excel yourself in your chosen endeavor as a Structural Engineer? It is indeed complicated to be at the top of the ladder in this vast world of Engineering….
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External reference or XREF command in AutoCAD is one of the useful features or capabilities of any version of the said drawing software. From the word itself XREF or external reference allows the user to transfer the external…
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When using the ETABS software as your tool for analysis and design in your project on-hand, you must equip with thorough knowledge and understanding in every aspect and stage from modeling to analysis to design of each structural…
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The Spandrel, Coupling or Link Beam as we often called it that connects the in-between walls when there is a wall opening due to door or elevator doors or as per the code defines refers to as a…
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Our previous article, CSI SAFE Slab Considerations Prior to Analysis, discusses the points required in modeling a slab using CSI SAFE before performing slab analysis and design. To deliver a complete slab design procedure using SAFE software, the…
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The design of slab elements in a structure is one of the major structural design tasks to be carried out during the structural design of building structures. A slab has a major role in the stability of the…
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Nowadays, computer programs had a major role in the design and development of a certain project. It may not only help to speed up the process of modeling and design but more importantly, it can mimic the behavior…
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As a structural engineer, we are also asked to review the ETABS Model especially when you are the senior or head of the department or as a third party checker. This is to ensure that the design shall…
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