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Summary Target Displacement Calculation for Nonlinear Pushover Analysis (FEMA 356) Target displacement pushover analysis involves calculating the expected lateral movement of a structure during a seismic event. This document explains the process as per FEMA 356 Section 3.3.3.3.2, highlighting its importance in evaluating structural performance and ensuring safety. Accurate determination of target displacement is essential […]
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Summary Strong Column-Weak Beam Check in ProtaStructure with NBCI 2016 ProtaStructure Suite now fully supports Indian Codes (NBCI), including standards for loading, seismic design, and steel and concrete design. This ensures compliance and precision for engineers working on Indian projects. One critical aspect of structural design in NBCI 2016 Annex F is the strong column-weak […]
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Summary Efficient RC Column Design with ProtaStructure (ACI 318) Accurate calculations and proper documentation are essential for the reinforcement design of RC columns. Since their resilience and longevity depend heavily on design quality, the process can often be both complex and time-consuming. To simplify this task, ProtaStructure’s code-based design module automates key steps, significantly reducing […]
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Summary Efficient RC Beam Design with ProtaStructure Following SNI 284 RC beam design with SNI 284, The design of RC beams is a critical process to ensure the safety, economy, and efficiency of structures. Proper determination of the quantity and arrangement of reinforcement bars (rebars) according to building codes is essential. ProtaStructure simplifies this process, […]
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Summary Modeling and Designing Castellated Beams with ProtaStructure 2025 A castellated beam is created by slicing an I-beam longitudinally along its web in a specific pattern and then rejoining it to achieve a deeper web. This innovative process allows for increased beam depth without significantly adding weight. As a result, castellated beams are an efficient […]
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Summary Beam-Column Joint Shear Checks in ProtaStructure According to NBCI 2016 Beam-column joint shear checks are a crucial aspect of structural design, particularly in situations where opposite beams are not aligned in the same line or level at a joint. These misalignments require engineers to carefully evaluate the tolerance limits for both vertical alignment and […]
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ProtaStructure Training Held in Rwanda: Empowering Engineers with Advanced Tools On January 19–24, 2020, Prota successfully conducted its first-ever ProtaStructure training course in Rwanda. Organized in collaboration with the highly regarded Nziziza Training Academy, this hands-on course attracted over 30 participants, ranging from structural engineers to design professionals, eager to expand their expertise in cutting-edge […]
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ProtaStructure 2019 SP6: Advanced Features and Nonlinear Analysis We are thrilled to release ProtaStructure 2019 SP6, packed with exciting new features and improvements for all subscribed clients. This update enhances workflows with OpenSees integration for nonlinear analysis, 64-bit support for faster performance, and advanced steel modeling features. These enhancements help users work more efficiently and […]
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Prota Polska Office: Prota’s Expansion into Europe On the back of strong global growth, we are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Prota Polska Office in Warsaw, Poland, on September 16, 2019. This new milestone highlights Prota’s commitment to meeting the increasing demand for our cutting-edge design solutions and services in Poland and across […]
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Prota at ASEP SHAKE 2019: Advancing Earthquake Safety Prota at ASEP SHAKE 2019 With an expected magnitude of 7.2 due to the West Valley Fault System’s movement, the “BIG ONE” earthquake is predicted to strike Manila and its surrounding areas, potentially causing catastrophic damage and losses. Although the exact timing remains unknown, preparing for earthquake […]
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