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Response Spectrum Generation

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Jeff_Seismic

Structural
Dec 6, 2019
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CA
Hello everyone,


I am looking to generate some response spectra for some MDOF models on Femap.


As of now, I have been using Transient Dynamic/Time History Analysis and then exporting the accelerations at the desired node to create a floor response spectrum using my own Matlab code. However, I would like to streamline this process. I have followed the native Femap help in the program for response spectrum generation down to every detail but I am certain that either I am not doing it right, or that it is wrong.


I am also aware of the procedure for creating response spectra using NASTRAN, but I would like to be able to use the interface of Femap.


Has anyone had any success with generating response spectrum solely using Femap?


Thanks to anyone that answered. I appreciate your time and effort.


Best,


Jeff
 
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Hi Jeff,

Did you get the correct answer from the Example tutorials? It would probably be helpful to have some pictures or even a representative sample of your model. Anything that you can share to help diagnose the problem. I would also suggest asking your question on our FEMAP User Community as well where people love to help solve these types of probelms!


Best,
Ryan
 
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