SAP2000 - Three Dimensional Static and Dynamic Finite Element Analysis and Design of Structures

Three
Dimensional
Static and
Dynamic Finite
Element Analysis
and Design of
Structures
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SAP2000
V8 – Non Linear
A Comprehensive Software for the
Finite Element Modeling, Static, Dynamic
and Non-Linear Analysis and Design of
Structures

SAP2000
Key Features
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Powerful and Integrated
Structural Analysis and Desi
gn Software
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Fully Interactive Graphical
Interface for quickly creating
models

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Frame, Shell, Solid and
Non-linear Link Elements
Introduction

SAP2000
Key Features
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Extensive Analysis Options
including Linear-Static, Linear-D
ynamic, Nonlinear-Dynamic
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Automated design of Concrete
and Steel Members to various I
nternational Codes
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Fully formatted, customized
reporting
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DXF Import and Export Link to
AutoCAD
Introduction


SAP2000
Powerful Modeling Capabilities
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000

Work on Multiple View
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Generate complex 3D models using plan,
elevation and developed views
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Parametric Structures
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Use templates and parametric structures to quickly
generate typical models
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Powerful Editing Tools
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Use quick draw to create
elements easily
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Duplicate and generate elements
with move, merge, mirror and repl
icate
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Powerful Editing Tools
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Convenient dividing and meshing of elements
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Powerful Editing Tools
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Powerful grouping, selection and display
tools
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On screen assignment of properties, loading
and supports
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Actual section view
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Copy/ Paste to and from spread sheets
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Unlimited levels of undo and redo
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Convenient Viewing Options
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Multiple orthographic and perspective
views
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Zooming and panning
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Standard viewing angles

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User defined and named views
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Guides and Grids
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Accurate dimensioning with guidelines
and snapping
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Multiple rectangular and cylindrical
coordinate systems with flexible grid syst
ems
Interactive
Modeling

SAP2000
Feedback and Information
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Right button click for instantaneous information on selected objects
and elements
Interactive
Modeling


SAP2000
Powerful Frame Elements
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Simple Frame Elements for

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Beam, Column
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Truss, Bracing, etc.
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Non-Linear Link Element for
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Hook, Gap, Damper
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Base Isolators
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Friction
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Plastic Hinge Element

SAP2000
Frame Element Cross-sections
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Automatic section property calculation
for standard shapes
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Built-in steel sections for several
Standards including AISC, CISC, BS etc.
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Linked to “CSI Section Designer”
Frame
Elements

CSI Section Designer:
A highly interactive and
comprehensive software for building
structural shapes and sections in
concrete, steel or composite materials
for Frame elements
Reinforced Concrete Simple SteelComposite SectionsBuilt-up Steel

SAP2000
Non-prismatic Frame Elements
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Multiple non-prismatic segments over element length to model
beams of variable sections
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Rigid End Offsets
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Rigid End connections to model large
joints
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Automated end offset evaluation and
assignment
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
End Releases
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Easily model non-fixed
connections by general “End-
Release”
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Axial
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Shear
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Torsion
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Moment
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Load Options for Frame Elements
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Gravity Load
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Point Load
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Uniform Load
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Trapezoidal Load
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Prestress
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Temperature Variation
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Loads applied in any

direction and axis
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Temperature Gradient
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Applied to Element Section in any direction
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Applied to Nodes and Groups
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Handle Prestress Cables
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Load due to Prestress can be applied to
Frame Elements as Cables in Patterns an
d Load Cases
Frame
Elements

SAP2000
Non-Linear Link Element
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For use with the dynamic time history analysis option
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Link may be placed between any two joints or from joint to ground
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Viscous damper with nonlinear exponent on velocity

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Gap (compression only)
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Hook (tension only)
Frame
Elements