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RF-DYNAM Pro – Equivalent Loads

Add-on Module for RFEM 5
RF-DYNAM Pro – Equivalent Loads

The RF-DYNAM Pro – Equivalent Loads add-on module is an extension of the RF-DYNAM Pro – Natural Vibrations add-on module for the static load analysis using the multi-modal response spectrum analysis. It allows you to perform seismic analyses using standard-compliant or user-defined response spectra to generate equivalent static forces.

The add-on module supports a wide range of international standards and provides you with comprehensive features for the analysis and documentation of seismic actions on structures.

Features

  • Response spectra in accordance with different standards
  • The following standards are implemented:
    • European Union | Flag EN 1998-1:2010 + A1:2013 (European Union)
    • DE | Flag DIN 4149:1981-04 (Germany)
    • DE | Flag DIN 4149:2005-04 (Germany)
    • EN-US | Flag IBC 2000 (USA)
    • EN-US | Flag IBC 2009-ASCE/SEI 7-05 (USA)
    • EN-US | Flag IBC 2012/15 - ASCE/SEI 7-10 (USA)
    • EN-US | Flag IBC 2018 - ASCE/SEI 7-16 (USA)
    • Austria | Flag ÖNORM B 4015:2007-02 (Austria)
    • Italy Flag NTC 2018 (Italy)
    • Spain Flag NCSE-02 (Spain)
    • Switzerland | Flag SIA 261/1:2003 (Switzerland)
    • Switzerland | Flag SIA 261/1:2014 (Switzerland)
    • Switzerland | Flag SIA 261/1: 2020 (Switzerland)
    • Turkey O.G. 23089 + OG 23390 (Turkey)
    • South Africa Flag SANS 10160-4 2010 (South Africa)
    • Saudi Arabia SBC 301:2007 (Saudi Arabia)
    • People's Republic of China | Flag GB 50011 - 2001 (China)
    • People's Republic of China | Flag GB 50011 - 2010 (China)
    • Canada | Flag NBC 2015 (Canada)
    • Algeria DTR BC 2-48 (Algeria)
    • Algeria DTR RPA99 (Algeria)
    • Mexico Flag CFE Sismo 08 (Mexico)
    • Argentina CIRSOC 103 (Argentina)
    • Colombia NSR - 10 (Colombia)
    • India | Flag IS 1893:2002 (India)
    • Australia | Flag AS1170.4 (Australia)
    • Chile NCh 433 1996 (Chile)
  • The following National Annexes according to EN 1998‑1 are available:
    • DE | Flag DIN EN 1998-1/NA:2011-01 (Germany)
    • Austria | Flag ÖNORM EN 1991-1-1:2011-09 (Austria)
    • Belgium Flag NBN - ENV 1998-1-1: 2002 NAD-E/N/F (Belgium)
    • CS | Flag ČSN EN 1998-1/NA:2007 (Czech Republic)
    • France Flag NF EN 1998-1-1/NA:2014-09 (France)
    • Italy Flag UNI-EN 1991-1-1/NA:2007 (Italy)
    • Portugal Flag NP EN 1998-1/NA:2009 (Portugal)
    • Romania Flag SR EN 1998-1/NA:2004 (Romania)
    • Slovakia Flag STN EN 1998-1/NA:2008 (Slovakia)
    • Slovenia Flag SIST EN 1998-1:2005/A101:2006 (Slovenia)
    • Cyprus Flag CYS EN 1998-1/NA:2004 (Cyprus)
    • EN-GB | Flag NA to BS EN 1998-1:2004:2008 (United Kingdom)
    • NS-EN 1998-1:2004 + A1:2013/NA:2014 (Norway)
  • User-defined response spectra
  • Direction-relative response spectrum approach
  • Relevant mode shapes for the response spectrum can be selected manually or automatically (5% rule from EC 8 can be applied)
  • Generated equivalent static loads are exported to load cases, separately for each modal contribution and separately for each direction
  • Result combinations by modal superposition (SRSS and CQC rule) and direction superposition (SRSS or 100% / 30% rule)
  • Signed results based on the dominant eigenmode can be displayed

RF-/DYNAM Pro - Equivalent Loads | Input

The input parameters relevant for the selected standards are suggested by the program in accordance with the rules. Furthermore, it is possible to enter response spectra manually. Dynamic load cases define a direction of response spectra effects and the structure eigenvalues that are relevant for the analysis.

RF-/DYNAM Pro - Equivalent Loads | Calculation

Equivalent static loads are generated separately for each relevant eigenvalue and excitation direction. They are exported to static load cases to perform the linear static analysis in RFEM/RSTAB.

RF-/DYNAM Pro - Equivalent Loads | Results

The equivalent load analysis calculation generates load cases and result combinations. The load cases include the generated equivalent loads, which are subsequently superimposed in result combinations. First, the modal contributions are superimposed with the SRSS or CQC rule. Signed results based on the dominant mode shape are possible.

Afterwards, the directional components of earthquake actions are combined with the SRSS or the 100% / 30% rule.

Pushover analysis in RFEM

In RFEM, it is possible to determine pushover curves (also called capacity curves) and export them to Excel.

With the RF-DYNAM Pro - Equivalent Loads add-on module, it is possible to generate load distribution automatically in accordance with a mode shape and export it as a load case to RFEM.

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First Steps with RFEM 5

This page provides some useful hints and tips for users who are not familiar with RFEM to facilitate your introduction to our programs.

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Structural Analysis Models to Download

If you are looking for models to practice on or as inspiration for your projects, you've come to the right place. We provide you with a vast number of structural analysis models to download, such as RFEM, RSTAB, or RWIND files.

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Downloadable technical model templates for precise engineering analysis. Downloadable technical model templates for precise engineering analysis.

Implemented Standards for Reinforced Concrete Design

Standards for Concrete Design

European Union | Flag EN 1992-1-1:2004 + A1:2014 (Eurocode 2)
EN-US | Flag ACI 318-14 (US standard)
EN-US | Flag ACI 318-19 (US standard)
Canada | Flag CSA A23.3-19 (Canadian standard)
Russia | Flag SP 63.13330:2018 (Russian standard)

Annexes for EN 1992-1-1

DE | Flag DIN EN 1992-1-1/NA/A1:2015-12 (Germany)
Austria | Flag ÖNORM B 1992-1-1:2018-01 (Austria)
Switzerland | Flag SN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2014-05 (Switzerland)
European Union | Flag CEN EN 1992-1-1/2014-11 (European Union)
CS | Flag CSN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2016-05 (Czech Republic)
Croatia Flag HRN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2015-10 (Croatia)
Luxemburg Flag ILNAS EN 1992-1-1/NA:2020-03 (Luxembourg)
Iceland Flag IST EN 1992-1-1/NA:2014-04 (Iceland)
Norway Flag NS EN 1992-1-1: 2004-NA: 2008 (Norway)
Estonia Flag EVS EN 1992-1-1/NA:2021-04 (Estonia)
Belarus Flag TKP EN 1992-1-1/NA:2009-12 (Belarus)
Ireland Flag I.S. I. 1992-1-1/NA:2020-07 (Irland)
North Macedonia MKC EN 1992-1-1/NA:2010-01 (North Macedonia)
Bulgaria | Flag BDS EN 1992-1-1:2005/NA:2011 (Bulgaria)
EN-GB | Flag BS EN 1992-1-1:2004/NA:2005 (United Kingdom)
Cyprus Flag CYS EN 1992-1-1:2004/NA:2009 (Cyprus)
Denmark Flag EN 1992-1-1 DK NA:2017-06 (Denmark)
Denmark Flag EN 1992-1-1 DK NA:2021-05 (Denmark)
Lithuania Flag LST EN 1992-1-1:2005/NA:2019-06 (Lithuania)
Latvia Flag LVS EN 1992-1-1:2005/NA:2016-07 (Latvia)
Latvia Flag LVS EN 1992-1-1:2005/NA:2020-09 (Latvia)
Malaysia Flag MS EN 1992-1-1:2010 (Malaysia)
Hungary Flag MSZ EN 1992-1-1:2004/A1:2016 (Hungary)
Belgium Flag NBN EN 1992-1-1 ANB:2010 (Belgium)
France Flag NF EN 1992-1-1/NA:2016-03 (France)
Portugal Flag NP EN 1992-1-1/NA:2010-02 (Portugal)
Slovenia Flag SIST EN 1992-1-1:2005/A101:2006 (Slovenia)
Romania Flag SR EN 1992-1-1:2004/NA:2008 (Romania)
Singapore Flag SS EN 1992-1-1/NA:2008-06 (Singapore)
Sweden Flag SS EN 1992-1-1/NA:2014-12 (Sweden)
Sweden Flag SS EN 1992-1-1 BFS 2019 (Sweden)
Slovakia Flag STN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2008-06 (Slovakia)
Flag of the Netherlands NEN-EN 1992-1-1+C2:2011/NB:2016 (Netherlands)
Poland Flag PN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2010-09 (Poland)
Poland Flag PN EN 1992-1-1/NA:2018-11 (Poland)
Finland Flag SFS EN 1992-1-1/NA:2015-01 (Finland)
Spain Flag UNE EN 1992-1-1/NA:2013 (Spain)
Italy Flag UNI EN 1992-1-1/NA:2007-07 (Italy)
Events
Videos
Models to Download
Knowledge Base Articles
Adjusted Value Range
RFEM offers different options for the graphical display of results that have been determined in RF-CONCRETE Surfaces. This article gives an overview of these options.
Graphical Display of Full / Reduced Shear Force and Required Shear Reinforcement
For uniformly distributed loading according to EN 1992‑1‑1 (Eurocode 2), the design section for the shear reinforcement can be placed at the distance d from the front edge of the support. Thus for the shear reinforcement, the applied shear force is reduced to VEd,red. To analyze the maximum design shear resistance VRd,max, however, the total shear force is applied.
Factor for Taking into Account Unloading of Soil Pressure
In RF-/FOUNDATION Pro, the user can freely select the proportion of the relieving soil pressure by means of the factor kred.
Setting Concrete Cover According to EN 1992-1-1
In RF-/FOUNDATION Pro, you can also consider the concrete cover for the foundation according to EN 1992-1-1.
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Product Features
Selection in Printout Report

The extent of a printout report can be individually adjusted by means of selection criteria. You can create printout templates based on already existing printouts and reuse them globally for all design projects.

Material model Anisotropic | Damage, nonlinear behavior, concrete and reinforced concrete

The "Nonlinear Material Behavior" add-on includes the Anistropic | Damage material model for concrete structural components. This material model allows you to consider concrete damage for members, surfaces, and solids.

You can define an individual stress-strain diagram via a table, use the parametric input to generate the stress-strain diagram, or use the predefined parameters from the standards. Furthermore, it is possible to consider the tension stiffening effect.

For the reinforcement, both nonlinear material models "Isotropic | Plastic (Members)" and "Isotropic | Nonlinear Elastic (Members)" are available.

It is possible to consider the long-term effects due to creep and shrinkage using the "Static Analysis | Creep & Shrinkage (Linear)" analysis type that has been recently released. Creep is taken into account by stretching the stress-strain diagram of the concrete using the factor (1+phi), and shrinkage is taken into account as the pre-strain of the concrete. More detailed time step analyses are possible using the "Time-Dependent Analysis (TDA)" add-on.

Feature 002918 | Determination of Required Longitudinal Reinforcement for Direct Crack Analysis

In the Concrete Design add-on, you can determine the required longitudinal reinforcement for the direct crack width analysis (w k).

Feature 002920 | Automatic Function of Longitudinal Reinforcement for Members

For the design of reinforced concrete members, there is the option to automatically determine the number or diameter of rebars.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How can I retroactively print an image of my model without loading and without reference to a load case into the printout report?
How can I change the colors of member hinges for a screen or a printout report?
How can I adjust the size of a graphic in the short form printout?
When I want to print my model as "window filling" in the printout report, it sometimes happens that the comments and the font are cut off from the dimensions in the printout report.
I would like to use the "Insert Pages Before Block" function in the printout report. Unfortunately, this does not work: In the table of contents, the inserted empty pages are listed and considered by page, but the pages are not available.
Is it possible to insert an additional comment at the edge of a printout report?
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