- Engineering & Simulation
Introduction to SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop
SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop is a powerful software that sets the tone for BIM (Building Information Modeling) and enhances work efficiency with its new and clear user interfaces. With more interfaces and expanded functionalities, SOFiSTiK offers users additional application options to meet all future requirements.
Overview
SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop will continue its BIM course by providing new interfaces, especially for the service phases of structural engineering. The latest version of this proven structural analysis software, SOFiSTiK 2024.0.1 SP0 Build 3, features multifunction bars for SSD and teddy workflows, a more precise structure of all functional elements, and simplified, document-oriented user guidance for the Result Viewer. Additionally, support for Windows screen scaling has been optimized for 4K displays.
Features
Some key features of SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop include:
- New designed Graphical User Interface with Ribbon Bars
- Simplified, document-orientated user guidance within the Result Viewer
- Analytical model (IFC Structural Analysis View)
- Export of the deformed shape under any load case
- New Tasks for flexural buckling and lateral torsional buckling checks on design elements
- Member plots in the report for easy overview of boundary conditions
- Tendons and beam cross-sections follow placement rotations
- Design of stiffening elements from Autodesk Revit
- Various new bridge types available
- Creation of recurring elements along the bridge axis
- New reinforcement schedule output format for Reinforcement Detailing and SOFiCAD
- Image generation for description of bending shapes
- Sum and difference schedules
Use Cases
SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop can be used for various applications in structural engineering, including but not limited to:
- Structural analysis
- Bridge design
- Reinforcement detailing
- Bending shape analysis
- Beam forces calculation
Technical Details and System Requirements
System Requirements:
- Supported OS: Windows 11 / Windows 10 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 7
- Processor: Multi-core Intel Series or above, Xeon or AMD equivalent
- RAM: 4GB (8GB or more recommended)
- Free Hard Disk Space: 4GB or more recommended
With its advanced features and capabilities, SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop is a comprehensive solution for structural engineers looking to enhance their BIM workflows and increase work efficiency.
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