Apr 8, 2009 #1 ichnos Structural Joined Feb 6, 2008 Messages 3 Location IT hi all how can I do a non linear analysis limiting the stresses in the elements (shells, frames, solids)?
hi all how can I do a non linear analysis limiting the stresses in the elements (shells, frames, solids)?
Apr 9, 2009 #2 bridgeart Structural Joined Nov 26, 2005 Messages 30 Location US For frames, you can use either hinges or links to model localized nonlinear behavior. Additional information about links and hinges in SAP2000 can be found here (section "Should I use hinge or link?"): http://csi.structuralwiki.org/en/Link/FAQ#Should_I_use_hinge_or_link.3F Upvote 0 Downvote
For frames, you can use either hinges or links to model localized nonlinear behavior. Additional information about links and hinges in SAP2000 can be found here (section "Should I use hinge or link?"): http://csi.structuralwiki.org/en/Link/FAQ#Should_I_use_hinge_or_link.3F