Does SAP2000 analyze blast load
Does SAP2000 analyze blast load
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I have building envelope structure need to do blast resistance design. can SAP2000 help me do this?
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Does SAP2000 analyze blast load
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RE: Does SAP2000 analyze blast load
this can not be done by sap2000 and there are some programs that can like BLASTX.
then you need to know the level of protection the structure can have (allowable deflections, rotation and so on)
only then you can run sap2000 dynamicly but you need to devide the elements so that mass effects will be meaningful.
you must apply plastic hinges to certain points where maximum values like moments are expected
there is one more thing you have to do : hire an expert