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ProtaStructure requires OpenSees to perform non-linear Time History Analysis & Pushover Analysis. If OpenSees is not installed, the program will show the warning as shown in the figure below: ProtaStructure 2025 & later  Steps to install OpenSees: 1) Download OpenSees from https://opensees.berkeley.edu/OpenSees/user/download.php 2) Copy "lib" folder in "OpenSeesXXX.exe" folder to C:Program Files (x86)Prota 3) Copy all files in the […]

The most likely 3D effect is one where the beam design forces generated are not always what you are expecting form a traditional 2D analysis. This sort of effect could happen in many different ways and becomes more likely as the structural arrangement becomes more complicated and irregular. We can  demonstrate this effect with very […]

Before installing of ProtaStructure, ensure the following your computer meet the minimum specification stated in this article :  Hardware & System Requirements for ProtaStructure Suite To ensure ProtaStructure runs optimally and effectively, we highly recommend that you aim for the higher recommended specification.  Common Problem 1 :  Installation fails to complete with message "There is an […]

From ProtaStructure 2025 version onwards, models can be exported to IFC+SG format complying to Singapore CORENET X Code of Practice. IFC+SG is extended version of IFC4 which introduces new representations for Singapore localized regulatory requirements.  For details, users can refer to CORENET X website : https://info.corenet.gov.sg/. Export IFC+SG Firstly, ensure the structural elements and foundations are all analyzed […]

Scope of Integration – ProtaBIM  PS to Revit Capabilities  RC and Steel columns/beams with known shapes. Curve Beams Cranked Beams Polyline columns (irregular shape) Vertical Walls Horizontal and Sloping Slabs Slab Holes and Drops Steel Truss, Girt, Purlin, Brace Levels Member and Storey Filters Pad Footing Foundation: Raft Foundation Pile Caps PS to Revit – […]

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It’s very important to know how to check the validity of the model especially if there are errors or warning messages appearing during building analysis.   The warning are also record in the "Analysis Model Echo" report accessible by going to "Drawings & Reports" ribbon > "Report" dropdown menu.  Matrix singularity warning means the joint […]

Introduction Member analysis results for  can be viewed in Detail Design Diagram after running the Building Analysis. Forces such as moment, axial loading, torsion, shear and etc. can be reviewed here.  To access Detail Design Diagram: click on "Diagrams" in member "Section Design", Right click on member, then select "Analysis Result Diagrams" , or Right click on member (rigid […]

Introduction Staged construction analysis is a sophisticated method of solution which, if used with a reasonable degree of care can more closely reflect the real behaviour of the structure.  ​ A standard 3D analysis takes no account of time dependant effects ‐ it assumes the structure has been constructed instantaneously. In the real world a […]

The building model check will check for possible modelling errors or mistakes. It is highly recommended to perform "Building Model Check" progressively when building the model so that problems are identified early in the project before running an analysis. Not all problems listed are errors. Some of them might be warnings which requires you to […]

Tutorial video of this topic is available at ProtaStructure 2025 Basic E-Learning: 14 Building Analysis, Axial Load Comparison Report A simple model can be created for a simple illustration of the Axial Load Comparison Report. The 3D view of the model is as above. The plan view of the model is as below. General information regarding […]