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 analysis, it’s necessary to complete the structural analysis to determine the loads to be used in the raft foundation analysis.
FE Raft Foundation Analysis is only available at the foundation storey. It is accessed by selecting "FE Raft Foundation Analysis" from the "Analysis" Tab.
The form is composed of the following pages:
- Finite Elements Raft Foundation Analysis: The Finite Element model is generated and analysed from here using the selected parameters by clicking the “Floor Mesh and Analysis” button .
- Post Analysis Processes and Reports: This page is used for visualizing and reporting the displacements and forces obtained from the analysis.
- SAP 2000 Analysis Model Export (Optional): This page can be used for transferring the FE model to other analysis packages.
Please refer example below for more understanding: