Modelling, Analysis & Design Flowchart

Modelling, Analysis & Design Flowchart


With reference to the flow chart, click on the links below for details.
      2a.  FE Load Decomposition
          Include Slab in Building Analysis
6.  Design 
      6.1.      Beam Design
      6.2.      Column/ Wall Design
      6.3.      Foundation Design
      6.4.      Slab Design

The diagram below shows the analytical differences between Building Analysis (slab excluded), Building Analysis (slab included) & FE Floor Analysis.


    • Related Articles

    • Difference between Building Analysis and FE Floor Analysis

      This article explains the differences between Building Analysis and FE Floor Analysis & which method is suited for different structural system. The fundamental differences of the analytical model created are shown in the below diagram. For detail ...
    • Ribbed Slab Modelling & Design Procedure

      Similar to ordinary slab plates, Ribbed/Waffle slabs can be analyzed separately from building under G and Q, or with the building model under all combinations. Ribbed /Waffle slabs must be analyzed using FE Approach. Modelling Procedure: Insert ...
    • Analysis

      The Building Analysis is performed from the “Analysis” page of the “Building Analysis” form. On this page options are also provided to run a Building Model Check, to perform an Eigenvalue Analysis, to run batch Column/wall and Beam designs, batch ...
    • FE Analysis of Foundations Overview

      The foundation system is modelled in the Graphic Editor and can comprise of mats, piled rafts, pads, pile caps and strip footings. All of these foundation types can be analysed in the FE Raft Foundation Analysis module. Prior to FE Raft Foundation ...
    • Slab Analysis and Design Procedure

      Solid Slabs and Flat Slabs can be analysed and designed in ProtaStructure. General Procedure 1. Before designing the slabs, review the Slab Design Settings. 2. Slab reinforcements can be drawn automatically using “ Slab Strips ” function the ...