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Steel Deck in Sap2000

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cmalaga

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How should I model in the SAP2000 a slab when I'm using the Steel Deck WR1 1/2"? Thanks a lot.

Cesar Malaga (Peru)
 
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I would say that for the overall effect you may model it with elastic membrane rectangular elements of the shape.
For detailed zones (supports etc) nonlinear plate elements would likely be required.
 
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