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Wind load simulation and automatic generation of wind loads
You can either run the simulation directly in Robot, or you can export your structure to
Autodesk Simulation CFD if the program is installed on your machine.
The Wind loads simulation feature allows you to simulate a wind flow around your
structure, and to generate wind loads automatically.
This feature is especially useful with structures that have a complicated geometry, and
for which it is usually difficult to define the right wind loads. The wind simulation acts as
a wind tunnel, and displays colored pressure maps on the model in order to visualize and
understand the effects of the wind.
Direct Analysis Method - A new approach to stability design
The Direct Analysis Method for steel frame structures is a new AISC approach for the
stability design which requires:
The addition of notional forces to the load combinations,
The reduction of the member stiffness,
P-delta local effects for the P-DELTA analysis.
Robot uses the Direct Analysis Method in conjunction with detailed option settings to
generate a supplementary model in which all the previously stated modifications are
made automatically. In addition to the standard AISC approach, it is also possible to use
customized parameters for the DAM model.
It is possible to work simultaneously with the original model and the DAM model by
selecting either model at any time. When steel member design is executed from the
original model, it uses the results from the appropriate model automatically.
The primary benefit of this approach is the possibility to check the section capacity
during the design phase, without using effective lengths or amplified moments.
A DAM analysis can be performed on any 3D model for which ULS combinations have
been defined.
Block Lanczos algorithm for dynamic calculations
The block Lanczos algorithm increases the speed of dynamic calculations compared to
the standard Lanczos approach. This algorithm is especially useful for large models.
To access the block Lanczos option, select a modal analysis type, and then click
Advanced parameters in the Modal analysis Parameters dialog.
Improved bi-directional model data exchange between Autodesk Revit Structure and
Robot.
A new Structural Model eXchange (SMX) solution has been implemented to enable a bi-
directional exchange betweenRevit Structure (RST) and Robot (RSA).
The SMX feature addresses several limitations of the former Revit2Robot link, such as
the systematic modification of the RST model during the export for example. With the
SMX solution, the information collected on the models during previous transfers is saved
and reused to allow for a faster round tripping between both programs.
Although the former Revit2Robot link remains functional, the new SMX feature brings
significant improvements such as:
An improved and faster round tripping experience.
Robust change tracking.
Smaller file transfer.
Compatibility with Structural Analysis 360 service.
Another advantage of the SMX solution is the possibility to exchange data between Revit
Structure and Robot without needing to install both programs on the same machine, or
have them run at the same time.
Creation of Joist Girders
The VULCRAFT (VLCFT) database of Joist girders has been added to the section
databases. The Standard Steel Joist Institute database (SJI) has been supplemented with
Joist Girders.
Global mode elastic instability multipliers acr calculation for building type structures
The elastic instability multipliers acr can now be inspected among other story results,
independently for each story, direction X, Y, and load case/combination.
This factor is an important measure of the frame sway-sensitiveness, and it is defined by
the point 5.2.1 (4)B of the EN 1993-1-1:2005 code.
Optimization of the dynamic update when local coordinate systems are displayed
The new schematic presentation of the local coordinate systems allows a smoother and
faster display of the model.
In former versions, displaying the local coordinate systems could slow down graphical
operations such as rotation and pan, especially on large models.
Transmit loads from claddings to nodes only
New American Standard ANSI/AISC 360-10 for Steel Member Design
New French National Annex NF EN 1993-1-1/NA:2013 for Steel Member Design
Steel design using DAM for models analyzed by "DAM approach"
The Steel Design module automatically recognizes and uses results generated by a DAM
analysis.
With the DAM approach, the ULS and SLS are verified as follows:
The ULS verification is performed using the ULS combinations created with the DAM
model.
The SLS verification is performed using the SLS combinations created with the Main
model.
New SPLICE steel connection according to EN 1993-1-8 and PN90-B/3200
The new splice connection has been implemented. This enables connecting two collinear
elements made of double-I, rectangle and rectangle tube sections.
Different sides of connection are available:
Right and left for Beam Splice,
Lower and upper for the Column Splice.
Web plates can be set on one or both sides of the connection.
Plates can be connected with bolts or welds, placed on the external or internal side of
the flanges.
This new steel connection is available for the Eurocode EN 1993-1-8 and Polish code
PN90-B/3200.
EN Eurocode National Annexes update
The following National Annexes (NA) for Eurocode EN 1992-1-1:2004 AC:2008 were
added:
NBN EN 1992-1-1 ANB:2010 - Belgian NA
DS/EN 1992-1-1 DK NA:2011 - Danish NA
NEN-EN 1992-1-1+C2:2011/NB:2011 - Dutch NA
SR EN 1992-1-1:2004/NB:2008 - Romanian NA
SS EN 1992 - 1-1 : 2008 - Singaporean NA
EN 1992-1-1/BFS 2011:10 EKS8 - Swedish NA
New edition of the ACI 318 code
The new standard of ACI 318-11 code was added to the program.
Multi-selection support
Story parameters can now be saved under a given name and then assigned to the
selection of elements.
R/C spread/continuous footings - soil parameters and geotechnical options can now be
assigned to several foundations at the same time.
Extensions of the reinforcement options
Detailed reinforcement pattern such bar numbers, spacing, stirrups and dowel bar
diameters can be defined for columns.
The presentation of declared reinforcement in zones has been improved for the provided
reinforcement of slabs.
Bar reinforcement module improvements
Load combinations are now identified by displayed number of components.
RC beams module improvements
Beams can now be designed for maximum moments, not only for moments in a given
number of internal points.
The standard "copy and paste" operation of reinforcement bars in the reinforcement
table has been implemented.
RC slabs module improvements
It is now possible to keep defined/generated zones for use in the regenerated
reinforcement distribution.
Point 9.3.1.1 (1) of the Eurocode (minimal reinforcement requirement) can now be used
for the one way slabs calculations.
It is now possible to switch off calculations of the minimal reinforcement related to
maximal bar spacing (for EC).
RC spread footings module improvements
The import of the two column foundation now displays the imported node numbers of
both nodes.
Steel grades for vertical and horizontal reinforcement of pier can be defined
independently.
The steel grades for dowel bars can be defined independently.
It is now possible to define spread footing with a circular column.
It is possible to design continuous footing under walls based on the selection of nodes.
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Artur Kosakowski
This is the link between Robot 2015 and Revit 2015 -> Improved bi-directional model data exchange between Autodesk Revit Structure and Robot.
See also: http://bimandbeam.typepad.com/bim_beam/2014/03/structural-model-exchange-smx.html
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Artur Kosakowski
1. No, only between 2015 versions of both programs.
2. Robot has got nothing to do with Excel as it has its own platform (doesn't work on top of Excel). Assuming that your question is for Spreadsheet Calculator then it has already been explained here:
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Artur Kosakowski
Is there anything new in the API?
Parameters of BOX-III parametric section
Generation of Wind Loads
Seismic codes (AFPS90, PS92, PS92-2008, RPA99(2003), RPS200) extended with residual mode parameters
Updated parameters for seismic EC8 code
New joist shape SLH
Access to local coordinate system of bars
New parameters of Imposed Displacement load
Parameters of DAM analysis
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