Alternatives to STAAD

SkyCiv Structural 3D, a cloud-based Structural Analysis program, allows users to design, analyze, and model complex 3D structures. It can be used online and does not require installation. SkyCiv Structural 3D is the best online structural analysis. It includes the following: – Powerful Analysis: Linear and P-Delta Cables, Buckling Plates, Frequency RS - Integrated design checks for steel, wood connections, foundations wind (AISC. NSD. AISI. EN. AS. CSA. BS plus more ...)

SimSolid is the revolutionary simulation technology for engineers, designers, and analysts. It performs structural analyses on fully-featured CAD assemblies in minutes. SimSolid eliminates geometry preparation, meshing, and other errors that are time-consuming and difficult to perform in conventional structural simulations. Multiple design scenarios can be simulated quickly under real-life conditions. You can use any CAD model, even an early one. SimSolid tolerance for imprecise geometry means SimSolid simulation tools don't need to be simplified before analyzing designs. SimSolid supports all types of connections (bolt/nuts, bonded, rivets and sliding) and analysis for linear static, modal, and thermal properties. It also supports complex coupled, nonlinear, dynamic effects.

In times of tight schedules or limited resources, integrated solutions are crucial. RIBTEC provides many synergies in calculation design, construction, and design. In the context of Building Information Modeling (BIM), you can benefit from a faster data flow that streamlines the entire process of structural design. RIB's software solutions are available for structural engineers. They include building, ground, and finite element calculations as well as tunnel and bridge construction as well as the drawing of formwork or reinforcement plans. Since 1961, RIB has been a pioneer in structural design and FEM. Over 5,000 engineering offices, inspection and construction engineers, as well as planning departments from the public and private sectors use the RIBTEC programs. RIBTEC covers all aspects of structural design with more than 100 programs.

AxisVM's primary uses are in the design and construction of buildings and industrial and geotechnical structures. It is a powerful finite element solver, as well as practical modeling tools. This allows it to be used in bridge design and the design of composite structures, vehicles, and machines. There are optional design modules available for structures made from reinforced concrete, steel and timber, as well as masonry members and connections. AxisVM's special elements and analysis capabilities allow users to design innovative and custom structures. Reports can be created using drawings, tables, and detailed design calculations. Reports can be automatically updated, i.e. Reports are generated using the most recent model data and results.

SPACE GASS is a 3D analysis and design program that can be used for multiple purposes. It is able to design beams, trusses, frames, buildings, towers and tanks, as well as cable structures and bridges. Capabilities include a 64-bit multi-core solver, silky smooth 3D rendered graphics, plate finite elements, frame elements, cable elements, tension/compression-only elements, moving loads and links to many CAD and building management programs. Why SPACE GASS? You can save time and money by choosing a safe and effective design. A silky smooth interface allows you to see your changes visually. A fast sparse matrix solver which fully exploits multi-core processors' parallel processing power. There are many structural modeling tools, analysis options, and design modules. Video tutorials that will guide you through the difficult stuff. For use in floating or stand-alone networks.

S-FRAME allows users to model, analyze, and design any structure, regardless of its geometry, material type, loading conditions or nonlinear effects. S-FRAME's automated frame generators quickly create models and import them with BIM or DXF import links. Users can also maximize productivity with integrated concrete/steel design tools that allow for design, optimization, code compliance and report generation. S-FRAME allows users to quickly create structures using modeling automation. They can generate regular framework structures and custom trusses. Users can also use clone tools for replicating a portion or all of the model. Importing existing BIM or DXF models can also help users save time. S-FRAME's advanced meshing tools create a finite element mesh. This allows users to generate detailed analysis results for their specific areas. These areas can be explored by users easily converting members into multi-shell models.

MSC Nastran is a multidisciplinary application for structural analysis that engineers use to perform static, dynamic and thermal analysis in the linear and nonlinear domains. It also includes automated structural optimization and award-winning embedded fatigue analysis technologies. All of this is enabled by high performance computing. MSC Nastran is used by engineers to ensure structural systems are strong, stiff, and durable. This helps to prevent structural failures (excess stress, resonance, buckling or other detrimental deformations) which could compromise structural function and safety. MSC Nastran can also be used to improve structural designs' economy and passenger comfort. Creating industry-leading product differentiations or optimizing existing designs can lead to industry advantages. Reduce downtime and costs by resolving structural problems that may arise during product service.

GT STRUDL®, a structural engineering software, offers a complete solution. It includes 3D CAD modeling and 64 bit high-performance computation solvers in all versions. GT STRUDL has all the tools needed to analyze a wide range of structural engineering and finite elements analysis problems. It can do this accurately in a fraction the time it takes to use other structural design software. Structural design software is used by structural engineers to create safe and effective designs. It also helps them manage the complexity of many scenarios across a variety of industries, such as power, civil engineering and marine. GT STRUDL includes many quality features such as interoperability and structural analysis, database-driven designing, and quality assurance.

Ansys Mechanical is a top-of-the-line finite element solver that can be used to improve your modeling. It has structural, thermal, acoustics and transient capabilities. Ansys Mechanical allows you to solve complex structural engineering issues and make faster design decisions. The suite includes finite element analysis (FEA), which allows you to automate and customize solutions for structural mechanics problems. You can also parameterize these solvers to analyze multiple design scenarios. Ansys Mechanical offers a wide range of analysis tools and is a dynamic tool. Ansys Mechanical provides a dynamic environment that allows you to connect additional physics and prepare geometry for analysis. Engineers of all levels can access the intuitive and customizable interface to quickly and easily find answers. Ansys Mechanical provides an integrated platform that uses finite elements analysis (FEA), for structural analysis.

Simcenter Nastran is a leading finite element method (FEM), solver for computational performance and accuracy, reliability, and scalability. Simcenter Nastran offers powerful solutions for structural analysis, optimization, aeroelasticity, thermal analysis and rotor dynamics. Simcenter Nastran provides all the solutions in one solver. This simplifies modeling and makes it easier to use all solution types. Simcenter Nastran is available as a standalone enterprise solver and as an integrated solver within Simcenter 3D. It helps manufacturers and engineering suppliers in aerospace, electronics, heavy machine, medical device, and other industries with their critical engineering computing requirements so they can produce safe and reliable designs in shorter design cycles.

VisualAnalysis is used by thousands of professionals to meet deadlines. Customers describe it as "a great value" with "so much ease of use". You need tools that are easy to use and affordable. 3D models of buildings, tanks, towers etc. Static and dynamic response analyses. Design code checks for wood, concrete, steel, cold-formed steel and aluminum. Includes complete analysis and design features, including automatic plate meshing and nonlinear elements. 3D static and Dynamic FEA for civil engineering, mechanical, aerospace, or any other structural analysis. Support for building code load combinations is optional.

SolidFEA, our innovative solid finite-element analysis tool, is designed to make advanced structural design affordable and accessible. It is powered by the Calculix engine and offers detailed sub-model analyses at a lower cost and with less hardware than competitors such as Abaqus. SolidFEA is ideal for complex engineering challenges such as steel connections and bridge design. Its ease of use, IFC file compatibility and ease of use make it a great complement to our GenFEA structural analysis software. SolidFEA is a revolutionary step in structural engineering, bridging a gap that existed for ages due to prohibitive costs, complicated learning curves and high-end computing demands associated with solid finite elements analysis (FEA). It is designed for ease of use and supports IFC file formats, making it an easy addition to engineering workflows.

ProStructures is a comprehensive tool for concrete and steel design that can help you increase your productivity and profitability. ProStructures allows you to create and update 3D models, including reinforced concrete and structural steel. ProSteel allows you to design and detail steel structures in a variety industries. Easily create models and documentation for steel structure models. Deliver a 3D model of steel structures that is accurate and complete engineering, fabrication and erection drawings. Automatic updates are available whenever the 3D model changes. From the 3D model, create drawings for every steel shape, connection, or plate work. In-drawings, reports from external sources, and bills of materials can be generated and updated. 3D models, design drawings, fabrication details, schedules, and schedules can be created that automatically update when the 3D model is changed.

Your designs can be tested under real-world conditions to improve product quality and reduce prototyping and testing costs. SOLIDWORKS®, Simulation is a simple-to-use suite of structural analysis tools that uses Finite Element Analysis to predict a product’s real-world physical behavior. This can be done by virtually testing CAD models. The portfolio offers dynamic, static, and linear analysis capabilities. SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional allows you to optimize your design, determine product mechanical resist, product durability, and test heat transfer instabilities and buckling instabilities. It can also perform multi-physics sequential simulations. SOLIDWORKS Simulator Premium allows you to efficiently evaluate your designs for dynamic response, nonlinear, and composite materials. SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium offers three advanced studies: Nonlinear Dynamic, Linear Dynamics, and Non-Linear Static.

Fatigue Essentials is a desktop program that can be used to efficiently perform structural fatigue analysis. Fatigue Essentials is a user-friendly program that allows you to conduct stress-life analyses using either classical stress calculations or linked to FEMAP™, and using the finite element-generated stresses. The program follows a tree structure to guide users through the analysis. The following load, material, and spectrum branches provide general options for analysis. There are options for input methods and variations within each branch. Analyses results can be viewed on-screen and used to create reports or damage contour plots in FEMAP. Covers most engineering requirements. Classic mode with user input stress. Professional mode (FEMAP-linked). This mode allows you to read nodal stress and push back results in damage contour plots. You can choose to either input stress and cycles interactively or file input.

Advance Design is a robust and easy-to-use FEM Structural Analysis tool for structural engineers working in a BIM environment. It can design any type of structure with any load, including concrete, timber, and steel members. It also includes major codes standards (Eurocodes/North American). Advance Design offers a unique BIM experience. It allows engineers and construction professionals to create intelligent model-based workflows. Advance Design is a BIM platform that ensures continuity of analytical and geometric data through model transfers throughout the design cycle. Analyses are stored in the Digital Model as part of the BIM process. They can be used to create a rebar design, or a steel connection process from Revit. These options offer new opportunities for disruption. It is powerful, easy to use, and fully compatible with Revit®. A strong team of experts supports you. Flexible licensing model

Better bridges from the beginning to the end. OpenBridge Designer offers advanced interoperability. It allows access to Bentley's civil data as well as seamless connections to Bentley's bridge design, analysis, and design applications. OpenBridge Modeler can be used by project team members to take the conceptual model into the design stage. They can then use the OpenBridge Designer to perform analysis and design, including evaluation of construction work stages, using Bentley's LEAP and OpenRoads Designer, RM Bridge, ProStructures and ProjectWise applications. You can combine all these capabilities into one application to improve performance, create intelligent models using intuitive capabilities for 3D parametric Bridge modeling, and improve project deliverables through intelligent data management and automated drawing production. This will revolutionize the bridge delivery process. OpenBridge Modeler is a 3D parametric modeling program for bridges.

FloCAD®, a fluid dynamics module for Thermal Desktop®, and together they provide a complete thermohydraulic tool for integrated fluid flow analysis and heat transfer analysis. FloCAD is very similar to building thermal models. Many of the commands can be used to build fluid flow models. FloCAD models are available in two formats: they can be free-form (non geometric), sketchpad-style flow network modeling for abstraction, simplification, and convection to finite differences of finite element representations. FloCAD is a generalized software tool for capturing pressure drops in a piping system due to bends and valves, tees and changes in flow area.

STRAP (STRuctural Ana Program) provides optimized software solutions for structural analysis. Covering the entire design process from analysis to the production of drawings, STRAP offers the design engineer versatile solutions for a wide range of concrete and steel structures including residential/commercial buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, retaining tanks, towers, and many more. STRAP is a versatile solution for the design of a wide range of concrete and steel structures including residential/commercial buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, retaining tanks, communication towers, and many more. STRAP's reliable toolsets provide a complete workflow that covers all aspects of the design process. This allows for analysis and design of a wide variety of projects, from small-scale plane frame structures to large-scale hi-rise buildings. Intuitive node definition using a cylindrical or cartesian coordinate system.

You can easily create complex concrete geometry, including single-level, ramps, or multi-story structures, using robust modeling tools and import from CAD/BIM software. Utilizing true 3D finite element analysis, load takedown and slab alignment, you can efficiently analyze slabs and entire structures for the combined effects gravity, lateral, or vibration loading. ADAPT-Builder lets you control all aspects of the design, including cracking, long term deflections and punching shear. This allows you to accurately and comprehensively examine an existing reinforced concrete slab. Whatever your concrete design requirements are, ADAPT software can help. Compare packages to get started. ADAPT Builder is the 3D modeling platform, analysis and design platform for ADAPTFloor Pro, Edge and MAT. Modeler can also be used in conjunction with ADAPTPT-PT or RC.

MasterSeries PowerPad provides a complete structural analysis, design and optimization suite. It is an ideal choice for engineers who need a wide range in design capabilities at a very affordable price. MasterSeries PowerPad bundles lite versions of core analysis and design programs to provide a wide variety of well-established programs at a fraction of the full price. PowerPad's core module is the powerful MasterFrame analysis module. This module integrates directly with our timber, concrete, composite and steel design modules to provide a seamless, integrated 3D analysis and design environment. PowerPad (Student edition) is a free version our commercial PowerPad Plus structural design and analysis software suite. PowerPad is not a collection of proformas. It's a bundle of lite copies of the real programs. Simple steel, concrete, or timber beam designer. Analysis of beams and trusses, space frames, grillages, and plane frames.

Geotechnical Engineering Modelling Software is a CAD software that allows foundation design and analysis to be performed intuitively. GEMS foundation analysis suite uses finite element modeling techniques to analyze and design shallow and deep foundations. The foundation analysis suite contains modules for analysing pile foundations, beam foundations, and a module that can analyze offshore pile foundations. GEMS foundation analysis suite is available for free on the cloud. You can also download it for free and purchase it for PC & Mac.

The FEA program RFEM enables quick and easy modeling, structural, and dynamic calculation as well as the design and construction of models with member and plate, wall, folded plates, shell, shell, and other solid elements. Modular software allows you to connect the main program RFEM to the appropriate add-ons to meet your specific requirements. Structural analysis program RFEM offers structural engineers a 3D FEA tool that meets all modern civil engineering requirements. Simple and complex structures can be modelled with ease thanks to efficient data input and intuitive handling. The basis of a modular software program is the structural analysis program RFEM. The RFEM basic program is used to create structures, materials, loads, and plans for spatial and planar structural systems that include plates, walls, shells and members. You can also create mixed structures and model contact elements.

ASTRA Pro offers optional structural analysis and design applications to RCC framed multi-story buildings, RCC tunnel linings with steel ribs, RCC portal based upon rock quality designation (RQD), rock mass rating (RMR), RCC & PSC jetty designs. ASTRA Pro provides the complete analysis and design details in step-wise format. There are also complete sets of sample drawings in editable CAD format. The demo version does not allow you to change the default input data. Drawings are only for viewing. Each design module has its own set of drawings and reports. For girder type bridges, box-type bridges/culverts, and composite bridges, you can also get details about BoQ, item rates, and cost. ASTRA Pro is software for engineering design of RCC 'T' Girder Bridges and Composite Bridges with Steel Plate/Box Girder, and RCC Deck Slab in single or multi-Span in Straight and Curve layouts, PSC 'I' Girder Bridges and PSC Box Girder Bridges. Continuous PSC Box Girder Bridges and Steel Truss Bridges are also available.

SwiftComp is a multiscale, multiphysics composite sim code that delivers 3D FEA accuracy at the speed of simple engineering models. SwiftComp makes it possible for engineers to model composites as easily and accurately as metals using traditional structural elements in their FEA codes. This allows them to capture all the microstructural details while preserving accuracy. SwiftComp enables unified modeling of 1D (beams), 2D(plates/shells) or 3D structures. This allows for the calculation of all the effective properties. SwiftComp can be used independently to simulate composite testing or as a plug in to your existing structural tools that support high-fidelity composites modeling. SwiftComp can calculate the best structural model to use in macroscopic structural analysis and perform dehomogenization in order to compute the pointwise stresses within the microstructure. SwiftComp interfaces directly with ABAQUS and ANSYS.

Our end-to-end solution allows you to produce fast, accurate, and fully-integrated models for your infrastructure design. The Infrastructure Design solution by Causeway is extensively used by civil and structural engineers. It includes modules for vehicle path analysis, volumetric, alignment, drainage design, and vehicle path analysis. Additionally, it has functionality to create road markings and traffic signs. The solution offers all the benefits of Building Information Modelling (BIM), including intelligent 3D modeling capabilities and powerful integration functionality. Causeway PDS provides powerful 3D design tools that allow the engineer to create the best possible designs. The solution includes auto-design and automatic-updating functions. This is specifically designed to save engineers time and reduce risk.

Our user interface was designed to be as simple as possible. RISA-3D is able to create geometry graphically in multiple views with advanced modeling tools, or directly using spreadsheets to enter data. RISA-3D's analysis tools and design features make it easy to quickly design structures in a variety of materials. You can design buildings, bridges and tanks, as well as culverts. You and your colleagues can create reports that include both numerical and graphical results. This will give you and your colleagues complete confidence in your design. RISA-3D's latest interface was designed with structural engineers in mind. It is easy to navigate through a model from conception through final design optimization using the familiar tab-by-tab ribbon layout. Users can also customize the interface to ensure that their most frequently used tools are always available.

e-Xstream Engineering develops and commercializes Digimat software, a state of the art multi-scale material modeling technology that accelerates the development process for composite materials. Digimat is a core technology for 10xICME Solution. It is used to perform detailed analysis of materials at the microscopic level, and to develop micromechanical material models that are suitable for multi-scale coupling at the micro- and macro-scale levels. Digimat material models allow for the combination of processing simulation and structural FEA. This allows for more predictive simulation, taking into consideration the effect of processing conditions on the final part's performance. Digimat is a predictive and efficient tool that allows users to design and produce innovative composite materials and parts in a short time span.

GenFEA is a testament to the dedication and enthusiasm of our team, born out of years spent in research and development. This 'passion-project' is now poised to revolutionize the industry thanks to its AI enhanced features that bring the latest technological advancements to global market. GenFEA is poised to make an impact on the AEC industry, with its innovative solutions. Structural Engineering software has been characterized for years by steep learning curves and steep prices. It also has a noticeable delay in integrating new technologies. GenFEA's goal is to make advanced structural analysis and design software accessible, user-friendly and up-to-date with the cutting edge technologies of our time. GenFEA does this by leveraging the latest artificial intelligence, providing an intuitive user experience and ensuring affordability.

MasterSeries, the UK's most popular range of integrated structural analysis and design, drafting, detailing, and drafting software, has over 10,000 users around the world. MasterSeries offers the most comprehensive range of structural engineering software available. It includes the industry-leading multimaterial BIM-enabled modeling environment and a collection powerful stand-alone modules. This means that you can do more with one package. You don't have to switch between incompatible software or enter the same data multiple time. Software should be tailored to each business. MasterSeries' modular product range provides a flexible and scalable solution that is both flexible and scalable. This allows you to choose the right product for you, and not be forced to purchase a large product with many features that you don't require. Simply combine the modules that you need to create the perfect software solution for your business.

Every project is difficult, but the geotechnical analysis does not have to be. PLAXIS 2D offers fast computations. Advanced finite element and limit equilibrium analysis of rock and soil deformation and stability. Also, soil structure interaction, groundwater and heat flow. PLAXIS 2D, a powerful and easy-to-use finite-element software for 2D analysis and stability in geotechnical and rock mechanics, is available. PLAXIS is used by the top engineering firms and institutions in civil and geotechnical engineering. PLAXIS 2D can be used for many applications, including excavations, foundations, embankments, and foundations, as well as tunneling, mining and oil and gas extraction. PLAXIS 2D provides all the necessary tools to perform safety analysis and deformation of soil and rock. It does not need to take into account creep, steady-state groundwater, thermal flow, consolidation analysis or any other time-dependent effects.

Engineering groups are using niche software tools from different vendors to simulate product attributes. Multi-vendor software products can lead to inefficiencies and increase costs. SIMULIA offers a scalable suite unified analysis products that allows all users, regardless their simulation expertise or domain focus to collaborate seamlessly and share simulation data and approved methods without losing information fidelity. Abaqus Unified FEA offers powerful and complete solutions to complex engineering problems across a wide range of industrial applications. Automotive industry engineering groups can consider full vehicle loads, dynamic vibrations, multibody systems and impact/crash using a common model structure and integrated solver technology.

ClearCalcs cloud structural engineering software allows engineers and designers to simplify repetitive calculations using easy-to-use calculators for beams and columns, foundations, and other important information. ClearCalcs has calculators for all standards including the US, Eurocode, Australian, New Zealand, and Canadian. ClearCalcs can help you improve your productivity and design ability. Calculations can be linked together in one click, saving time and errors copy paste loads. Reports print to a simple one-page PDF for easy inspection.

Oasys software is known for its innovative solutions. They are distinguished by their intuitive interfaces, speed and power that allow users to quickly and economically test ideas. Engineers can easily define and solve complex design problems with confidence that they are compliant with international standards and compatible with other top-rated packages. Oasys software tools can be purchased individually or in discounted bundles with related tools. Oasys Software provides a variety of analysis and design solutions to building, bridges, geotechnical, and pedestrian movement. Comprehensive engineering solutions for architects, engineers, builders, students, consultants, planners and many other disciplines. Oasys can help you design and analyze any structure, no matter how simple or low-rise.

Simulating and analyzing your product design will reduce the cost of physical prototyping and increase your products' durability and reliability. It is crucial to your product development to use digital prototypes to understand the performance of your designs in real-world situations. Creo Simulation was designed exclusively for engineers. It includes structural, thermal and vibration analysis solutions, as well as a comprehensive set finite element analysis (FEA). You can validate and analyze the performance of 3D virtual prototypes with Creo Simulation before you even make the first part. We offer unique and flexible simulation solutions to our customers. This section will give you a better understanding of what we can do to meet your needs. Contact a Creo representative if you have any questions regarding our tool stack.

ProtaStructure, a structural BIM solution, allows structural engineers to quickly model, analyze, and design buildings accurately. You can easily compare different designs and automate your concrete and steel design from one central model. This reduces design time and increases project profitability. Advanced integrated features such as grouped member design, 3D FE Analysis and staged construction, seismic design, foundations, punching shear checks, and foundations can be used to quickly produce results. Intelligent BIM integration makes it easy to handle changes and coordinate projects seamlessly with owners, architects, and other stakeholders. ProtaStructure will save you time and increase your project profits.

Our success is based on our ability to understand the needs of our customers and solve their problems. Communication is straightforward and can be escalated to the CEO level if necessary. This allows us to achieve our customers' goals for project success as well as ensuring that projects are completed on time. For the benefit of our customers and our employees, we care about the safety of structural projects that are carried out with our technologies. We are trusted partners for the long-term and the best future. We provide technologies that are reliable and innovative. We understand that quality products are made by quality companies for quality clients. All customers are welcome, from new engineers to established engineering companies and government departments.

ideCAD One AEC is a multidisciplinary BIM software for Architecture, Structural Engineering and Detailing. It also includes Building Information Modeling (BIM). The Integrated Package offers Structural Engineers and Detailers Integrated BIM, AEC and CAD Tools that support projects at all stages of design and construction. Integrated design tools help you create high-quality, high performance Architectural and structural designs. Optimise projects with integrated Structural Analysis, Steel Design, Concrete Design, Connection Design, visualization and simulation tools. Improve predictability on the field by using integrated tools that maximize constructability. Integrated workflows for integrated modeling, multi-discipline coordination and construction documentation can accelerate design processes and improve the quality of designs.

RSTAB is a powerful software that allows structural engineers to meet the requirements of modern civil engineering. It provides a 3D beam, frame or truss calculation. Use the RSTAB software to design beam, frame or truss constructions made of steel, concrete, wood, aluminum or other materials. RSTAB allows you to quickly and easily define a structure model, then calculate internal forces, deformations and support reactions. You can use the design add-ons to take into account material- and standard specific requirements.

LIRA-SAPR is a comprehensive software package that uses BIM technology. This software is used to analyze and design different types of mechanical and building engineering structures. - Dynamic (forces and displacements), and static analyses - Selection and inspection of sections of steel and/or reinforced cement (RC) structures - Preliminary drawings for steel structures and separate RC elements

Combine design and analysis seamlessly into one simple model-based process. Engineers can quickly produce safe, efficient, and rationalized designs faster with our integrated design & analytics software, regardless of the structural material. It's easy to use and will revolutionize your work! Tekla Structural Designer software gives engineers the ability to efficiently analyze and design buildings. Tekla Structural Designer is fully automated and packed full of unique features to optimize concrete and steel design. This software helps engineering businesses win more work and maximize their profits. Tekla Structural Designer is able to transform your business by allowing you to quickly compare different design options, as well as cost-effective change management and seamless BIM collaboration. You can reduce design time and increase profitability. BIM integration is easy and efficient because you create a single model from a single set of data.

AutoPIPE is a powerful and comprehensive software tool that specializes in pipe stress analysis. With an intuitive modeling environment, advanced analysis capabilities, and a user-friendly interface, you can increase productivity and quality control. Interoperability with top plant design software ensures efficient workflows between structural engineers, pipe stress engineers, and CAD engineers. AutoPIPE features include advanced buried pipeline analysis, operational clash detection, wave loading and fluid transients. It also integrates with third-party applications like OpenPlant and AutoPLANT, PlantSpace and SmartPlant. AutoPIPE automatically determines optimal support locations for your design requirements. This is done without compromising safety or quality.

Braceworks®, an add-on module to Vectorworks Spotlight, provides designers, producers, and rigging professionals an easy way of gauging the performance of temporary structures when they are under load. This unique module ensures safety and compliance to engineering codes and standards. It allows for a fully integrated modeling, analysis, documentation, and reporting process. Event design, A/V and rigging companies must produce load and structure calculations to be approved by structural engineers. For easy reference, conduct static and FEM analyses. Automatically generate detailed calculation report.

Patran offers a set of powerful tools to help you create analysis-ready models for linear, nonlinear and explicit dynamics solutions, thermal solutions, and more. Patran's tools make it simple for anyone to create FE-models. From geometry cleanup tools to help engineers deal with gaps and slivers, to solid modeling tools to allow creation of models completely from scratch, Patran is easy to use. Surfaces and solids can be meshed using fully automated routines, manual methods for more control, or a combination of both. Finaly, loads, boundary condition, and analysis setup are built-in for most popular FE Solvers, reducing the need to edit inputs. Patran's comprehensive, industry-tested capabilities ensure that virtual prototyping efforts deliver results quickly so that you can evaluate performance of products against requirements and optimize designs.

CONSELF allows you to use Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis (FEA), which can be used to improve the design of your product: minimize drag and fluid dynamics losses; maximize heat exchange performances; estimate pressure loads; verify material resistance; evaluate components shape deformation; calculate natural frequencies, modes and other modes. Structural Mechanics can be performed dynamically or statically, using both elastic and non-elastic materials. You can also perform frequency and modal analyses starting from the most common CAD neutral file formats.

PLAXIS 2D LE and PLAXIS 3DLE allow you to model and analyze geoengineering projects that are limited equilibrium. These powerful software applications allow for rapid and comprehensive analysis of various conditions. You can create 2D and 3-D limit equilibrium slope stability models for soil and rock slopes. The comprehensive search tools and more than 15 analysis options allow you to take advantage of the extensive set of search methods. Multiplane analysis (MPA) is a method that enhances spatial slope stability analysis. Analyze embankments, dams and reservoirs as well as cover systems using earth structures and other hydrogeological settings.

ProSteel software allows you to quickly create 3D models of structural steel, metal work and steel assemblies. The software can quickly generate design drawings, fabrication details and schedules, which automatically update when the 3D model changes. The steel fabrication process can be automated by sending detailed output to CNC machines. ProSteel supports all your planning and construction tasks for structural steel and metal work within a 3D modeling environment. You can use AutoCAD or MicroStation to create complex structures, shop drawings, assemble all your connections and manage your materials bills. Quickly extract 2D drawings and they will automatically update as the 3D model changes. Interoperability with third-party and Bentley applications allows you to exchange information quickly with other disciplines.

FEATool Multiphysics – "Physics Simulator Made Easy" – a fully integrated physics simulation, FEA and CFD toolbox. FEATool Multiphysics provides a fully integrated simulation platform that includes a unified user interface for several multi-physics solvers such as OpenFOAM and Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), including SU2 Code and FEniCS. This allows users to model coupled physics phenomena, such as those found in fluid flow and heat transfer, structural, electromagnetics acoustics and chemical engineering applications. FEATool multiphysics is a trusted tool for engineers and researchers in the energy, automotive and semi-conductor industries.

nCode DesignLife is an online design tool that identifies key locations and calculates realistic fatigue life from leading finite element results for metals and composites. Designers can do more than simple stress analysis. They can simulate actual loading conditions and avoid costly design changes. Products can include functions for fatigue of welds and vibration fatigue, crack growth detection, fatigue in composites, and thermo-mechanical fatigue analysis. Advanced technology for multiaxial, vibration, crack growth and thermo-mechanical fatigue. A graphical interface that makes it easy to perform fatigue analysis using the most popular FEA results data such as ANSYS, Nastran and Altair OptiStruct. Multi-threaded and distributed processing capabilities to process large finite element models as well as complete usage schedules.

ProtaSteel allows structural engineers to create high-quality steel detail drawings and automate steel connection design in just minutes. ProtaStructure models can be imported directly into ProtaSteel to allow for automated design of a wide range of bolted or welded steel connections. Visualize your models in 3D and add ancillary work to fully quantify and engineer your projects. High quality engineering drawings are automatically generated for all steelwork and connections. This will significantly reduce design time and detail time. Your design team's productivity will increase and your business project profitability will also be improved. You can save valuable project management time by coordinating projects with other top BIM platforms, such as Revit and Tekla Structures.