All Input Parameters and Forces reported by STAAD should follow the same convention of Local member axis as lower case and Global Axis as UPPERECASE.For example Input Parameters like LX, LY, LZ, KX, KX, KY should be Lx, Ly, Lz, Kx, Ky, Kz because ...

When I want to open a particular RCDC file it is not viewed all the corresponding files in the screen except some files. I have to go back again and by clicking the particular RCDC file it will open. I am attaching the file for your reference.

So OpenSTAAD routine GetSupportInformation for "fixed but" supports outputs for varReleaseSpec the released directions as 1, while the other cases (Pinned for example) outputs the fixed directions as 1. Documentation suggests that it should always...

There is a maximum limit 6" for pile embedment and also for bottom steel reinforcing in mat foundations in SFA 2026. There is no code basis for this limitation and there are cases where this could be significantly larger. Currently is is making th...

Ref present Staad versions and beam code check according to Eurocode 1993-1-1 Equation 6.61 and 6.62. Staad divide all beams at every incoming beam location and it is not possible to join together several beams to get correct buckling lengths. Eur...

This idea is intended to report an issue related to the calculation of nominal concrete shear using STAAD Foundation Advanced V2025. This calculation is performed using ACI 318-19 Equation 22.5.5.1(a), which applies only to non-prestressed members...

The node‑to‑node distance tool in STAAD.Pro is quite basic and, in its current form, not particularly useful when distances need to be measured independently along the X, Y, and Z axes. Bentley already provides this functionality in some of its ot...

Presently, in STAAD Foundation Advanced for ACI 318 2014 and 2019 editions, the spacing of links in pedestals is calculated as per the clauses 10.7.6.5.2 and 25.7.2.1 of those codes. There are 2 modifications being requested: The requirement of Cl...

Dear Bentley Team, Could you please advise when the option to generate wind loads in accordance with ASCE or the Saudi Building Code (SBC) will be available in STAAD? At present, I can only find the wind load generation options for IS 875 (Part 3)...

I am attaching files regarding the calculation of a foundation slab on springs. The calculation itself was successful. This message serves to point out confusing information in the output and proposes a solution. You can find a detailed descriptio...