Dear Customers
herewith we send you the SOFiSTiK Newsletter 10/2008. If you have missed the last issue, you can view and read it here. For any questions or feedback simply write us an email to info@sofistik.com
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Updates for SOFiSTiK FEA 23 und SOFiCAD available
As of last Tuesday the latest versions and servicepacks for the SOFiSTiK FEA 23, SOFiCAD and SOFiSTiK Extensions for REVIT are available via SONAR. There is no servicepack available for SOFiPLUS this time. Detailed info about each program´s changes can be obtained from the LOG-files. SONAR offers a nice feature to let you read the difference of your local and the latest log-file on the server before you press the update-button ! Simply use the right-mouse click on one program in the program list and select "change-log".
Details about the SOFiCAD Servicepack can be obained directly from the SOFiSTiK User Forum >>
Attention: From July 1st a new SONAR/FTP password is active ! It can be obtained from the service-contract invoice, your local sales SOFiSTiK reseller or us, if you write us an email to info@sofistik.com !
New international design codes implemented
With the current release the following additional design codes are available:
- Denmark: DS 411 (RC design), DS 411-bro (superpostioning for bridges)
- Italy: I DM-2008
Details about the depth of implementation can be obetained from the AQB, BEMESS and AQUA manual (see record "NORM").
Contact Elements (Moving Springs) for Rotational and Lateral Effects
With the current versions of ASE and CSM ("Construction Stage Manager") not only the longitudinal and main effects of the contact springs are considered but also the lateral and rotational stiffness. This enhances the generation and analysis for incremental launching significantly due to the fact that now the support scheme, respectively the system stabilization can be generated more efficiently. The CADINP-example csm41_launching_principle.dat shows this functionality in detail. This and other examples can be found in you installation folder (or access via Teddy > File > Sample..) after the update.
Update: SOFiSTiK Extensions for REVIT
The current update of the SOFiSTiK Extensions for REVIT delivers major improvements regarding the export and meshing. As a new feature the user can now easily create an analytical view ("SOFiSTiK 3D View"). This new function makes the creation of a new structural view (incl. transparency, coloure-marked system lines/planes) a lot easier and more efficient.
Get the latest version of the Extensions simply by updating your installation with SONAR !
SSD/CSM - enhanced nonlinear short-/long-term analysis
With the latest version of SSD the task for construction stage analysis CSM is enhanced by an option to control a nonlinear calculation of R/C QUAD elements in serviceability state. The CSM task allows to set up a staged analysis of a system having several construction phases, pour-delay strips or temporary propping. The analysis can also include time dependent effects like creep and shrinkage. With the new feature nonlinear material behaviour of concrete can be considered during the staged analysis, allowing for a even more realistic deformation prediction.
New SOFiSTiK Infoportal
With the new SOFiSTiK Infoportal we offer a central online-ressource for all additional information about SOFiSTiK like examples, tutorials or other teachware. We will add new examples continuously. At the moment the search engine will give back German examples as well. We will fix this behaviour asap. The infoportal complements the existing ressources like the very comprehensive library of CADINP-examples which is part of the basic program installation. You can access this library via the text editor TEDDY > Pull-Down-Menu: File > Samples.
If you miss a specific example, just let us know by writing an email to info@sofistik.com !
International SOFiSTiK Workshop in Riga
Our partner ABES invites you to an international workshop in Riga.
Date: 23.10. - 24.10.2008
Venue: SIA Islande Hotel, Riga/Latvia
Topics presented will include:
- SOFiSTiK FEA - General Overview
- Pre-/Post-Tensioning
- Constructions Stages, Pre-Camber, Creep/Shrinkage
- Loading methods (influence lines/ incremental loads)
- RC Detailing with SOFiCAD
- Presentation of Reference Projects
If you have any further questions regarding the workshop, please write an email to office@abes-austria.com !