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  1. stanchan

    Tension only member and Response Spectrum Analysis

    Thank you so much for all your advice!!! Problem solved!
  2. stanchan

    Tension only member and Response Spectrum Analysis

    Since Response Spectrum Analysis is a linear analysis, it is unable to account for the tension only Braces in a braced bay. What is the best way the model tension only braces while performing RSA? I am trying to model my braces with a 0.5 stiffness modifier, so that the brace bay would act as...
  3. stanchan

    Element and connection Capacity/Demand Check

    Hi, I'm hoping to get SAP to check the Capacity/Demand ratio (get SAP to highlight the failing elements and connections in my structure). I understand that the design function is able to check for and highlight the failing member. I'm just hoping to find out if there is a way of checking for...
  4. stanchan

    Defining Section Properties for Wood Elements

    Thanks! that works!!
  5. stanchan

    Defining Section Properties for Wood Elements

    Hi, What would be the best way of defining a frame section for wood? I've attempted to use "other sections>General" but it requires that I enter a list of cross sectional properties (r,Ixx,Iyy etc.) I am wondering if there is a more effective way. I attempted using concrete section but choosing...
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