This document describes the features and capabilities of SAP2000, a software for finite element modeling, static, dynamic and nonlinear analysis, and design of structures. It includes powerful modeling tools for creating 3D frame, shell, solid and link element models. It offers various analysis types including linear, nonlinear, static, dynamic, response spectrum, time history and bridge analysis. It also has robust design capabilities for steel and concrete members to international codes. Results can be viewed through 3D graphical displays, tables, load diagrams and animations.
This document describes the features and capabilities of SAP2000, a software for finite element modeling, static, dynamic and nonlinear analysis, and design of structures. It includes powerful modeling tools for creating 3D frame, shell, solid and link element models. It offers various analysis types including linear, nonlinear, static, dynamic, response spectrum, time history and bridge analysis. It also has robust design capabilities for steel and concrete members to international codes. Results can be viewed through 3D graphical displays, tables, load diagrams and animations.
This document describes the features and capabilities of SAP2000, a software for finite element modeling, static, dynamic and nonlinear analysis, and design of structures. It includes powerful modeling tools for creating 3D frame, shell, solid and link element models. It offers various analysis types including linear, nonlinear, static, dynamic, response spectrum, time history and bridge analysis. It also has robust design capabilities for steel and concrete members to international codes. Results can be viewed through 3D graphical displays, tables, load diagrams and animations.
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A Comprehensive Software for the Finite Element Modeling, Static, Dynamic and Non-Linear Analysis and Design of Structures S A P 2 0 0 0
Key Features Powerful and Integrated Structural Analysis and Design Software
Fully Interactive Graphical Interface for quickly creating models
Frame, Shell, Solid and Non-linear Link Elements
Introduction S A P 2 0 0 0
Key Features Extensive Analysis Options including Linear-Static, Linear-Dynamic, Nonlinear- Dynamic
Automated design of Concrete and Steel Members to various International Codes
Fully formatted, customized reporting
DXF Import and Export Link to AutoCAD
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Powerful Modeling Capabilities Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Work on Multiple View Generate complex 3D models using plan, elevation and developed views Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Parametric Structures Use templates and parametric structures to quickly generate typical models Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Editing Tools Use quick draw to create elements easily Duplicate and generate elements with move, merge, mirror and replicate Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Editing Tools Convenient dividing and meshing of elements Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Editing Tools Powerful grouping, selection and display tools On screen assignment of properties, loading and supports Actual section view Copy/ Paste to and from spread sheets Unlimited levels of undo and redo
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Convenient Viewing Options Multiple orthographic and perspective views Zooming and panning Standard viewing angles User defined and named views Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Guides and Grids Accurate dimensioning with guidelines and snapping Multiple rectangular and cylindrical coordinate systems with flexible grid systems Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Feedback and Information Right button click for instantaneous information on selected objects and elements Interactive Modeling S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Frame Elements Simple Frame Elements for Beam, Column Truss, Bracing, etc.
Non-Linear Link Element for Hook, Gap, Damper Base I solators Friction
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Frame Element Cross-sections Automatic section property calculation for standard shapes Built-in steel sections for several Standards including AISC, CISC, BS etc. Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Linked to CSI Section Designer Frame Elements CSI Section Designer: A highly interactive and comprehensive software for building structural shapes and sections in concrete, steel or composite materials for Frame elements Reinforced Concrete Simple Steel Composite Sections Built-up Steel S A P 2 0 0 0
Non-prismatic Frame Elements Multiple non-prismatic segments over element length to model beams of variable sections Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Rigid End Offsets Rigid End connections to model large joints Automated end offset evaluation and assignment Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
End Releases Easily model non-fixed connections by general End-Release Axial Shear Torsion Moment Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Load Options for Frame Elements Gravity Load Point Load Uniform Load Trapezoidal Load Prestress Temperature Variation
Loads applied in any direction and axis Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Temperature Gradient Applied to Element Section in any direction Applied to Nodes and Groups Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Handle Prestress Cables Load due to Prestress can be applied to Frame Elements as Cables in Patterns and Load Cases
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Non-Linear Link Element For use with the dynamic time history analysis option Link may be placed between any two joints or from joint to ground Viscous damper with nonlinear exponent on velocity Gap (compression only) Hook (tension only)
Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Non-Linear Link Element Uniaxial plasticity (all 6 degrees of freedom) Base isolator with biaxial plasticity behavior Base isolator with friction and/or pendulum behavior AVI file option for creating real time displays of nonlinear deformation behavior
Frame Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Non-Linear Link Element Force versus deformation plots of nonlinear systems for energy dissipation studies
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Used as Spring, Link, Panel zone or inside Frame Elements Axial, flexural, shear and torsional behavior Axial-load/ biaxial- moment interaction Multilinear behavior including softening Tabulated and Graphical display of hinge status Plastic Hinge Element S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Shell Elements General quadrilateral or triangular element Isotropic, Orthotropic and Anisotropy material Shell Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Shell Elements Six degrees of freedom per joint Shell, plate or membrane action Thick shell option Shell Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Powerful Shell Elements
Gravity and uniform loading Pressure loading Temperature and thermal gradient loading Shell Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Solid Elements Three dimensional 8 node brick element Anistropic material Gravity, thermal, surface pressure and pressure gradient loading Solid Elements S A P 2 0 0 0
Joint Restraints General Spring Connection Global and skewed springs Coupled 6x6 user-defined spring stiffness option (for foundation modeling) Supports & Restraints S A P 2 0 0 0
Joint Constraints
Generalized joint constraint options including rigid bodies, diaphragms, rods and welds Supports & Restraints Weld Rod Diaphragm S A P 2 0 0 0
Joint Loads and Displacements
Applied force and applied displacements Inclined Supports and joint local coordinates Supports & Restraints 0 ] [ 2 M K ) cos( ) ( ) ( ) ( t p t r t u M t Ku
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Extensive Analysis Capabilities
Static and/or dynamic response spectrum analysis P-delta analysis with either static or dynamic analysis Blocked active column equation solver Automated fast profile optimization Non-linear Pushover Analysis
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General Dynamic Analysis
Eigenvalue analysis with an accelerated subspace iteration algorithm Ritz analysis for fast predominant mode evaluation Harmonic Steady-State Analysis
Analysis Options 0 ] [ 2 M K ) cos( ) ( ) ( ) ( t p t r t u M t Ku
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Time History Analysis
Ground acceleration and Multiple base excitation Sequential history cases Time history Windows AVI file Results can be combined with other loads for enveloping or step by step steel and concrete design
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Time History Analysis
Graphic displays of nodal and element time history records Functions vs time or function vs function displays Generation of response spectrum curves for any joint acceleration component
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Response Spectrum Analysis Multiple response spectrum cases in a single run Modal combinations by the SRSS, the CQC or the GMC (Gupta) method
Analysis Options Directional combinations by the ABS or the SRSS method S A P 2 0 0 0
Bridge Analysis Moving load analysis Generation of influence lines and forces envelopes AASHTO vehicle loads User-defined truck, lane and train loads Bridge Analysis S A P 2 0 0 0
Bridge Analysis Determination of maximum and minimum displacement and reactions Capable of handing complex lane geometries Bridge Analysis S A P 2 0 0 0
Bridge Analysis Automatically calculates all possible permutations of traffic loads Provides correspondence between response components Results can be combined with other loads for enveloping or corresponding component for steel and concrete design
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Result Viewing Capability 3D perspective graphical displays of un- deformed and deformed structural geometries Static deformed shapes and mode shapes Static and dynamic load combinations and envelopes Viewing Results S A P 2 0 0 0
Result Viewing Capability View Loading diagrams Bending moment and shear force diagrams Stress contours Viewing Results S A P 2 0 0 0
Result Viewing Capability
Animation of deformed shapes and mode shapes Animated stress contours Viewing Results S A P 2 0 0 0
Result Viewing Capability Instantaneous graphical and tabulated output details for specific joint or element with right button click Multiple windows displaying different parameters
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Member Design Fully interactive and graphical steel and concrete frame member design Design for static and dynamic loads Member-grouping for design envelops Ductile and non-ductile design Member Design S A P 2 0 0 0
Design Output Detailed on-screen design information with right button click Member Design S A P 2 0 0 0
Design of Concrete Members Support ACI, AASHTO, British, Canada, New Zealand and Eurocode2 Biaxial moment-axial load column interaction diagrams
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Design of Steel Members Support AISC (ASD and LRFD), AASHTO, British, Canada, New Zealand and Eurocode3 Steel member selection and optimization
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SAP200-DXF-AutoCAD Cycle SAP 2000 SAP Objects Structure Database Final DXF File DXF File AutoCAD etc DXF Converter-Out (Display geometry, select view, Select drawing options, Convert to DXF, Save as Meta files) DXF Converter-In * (Display DXF content, Select options, Convert to SAP, Save in MDB) AutoCAD etc DXF File (Template) AutoCAD etc New Tools S A P 2 0 0 0
Transfer Model To AutoCAD Complete control of the elements and attributes to be transferred Generate wire-frame or full solid models New Tools S A P 2 0 0 0
Get Model From AutoCAD New Tools S A P 2 0 0 0
SAPReporter
Create fully customized and formatted reports for selected items including text, tables and graphics.
Output can be Previewed on screen Printed on paper Saved in RTF files Saved in HTML format for viewing in web browsers.
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A Comprehensive Software for the Finite Element Modeling, Static, Dynamic and Non-Linear Analysis and Design of Structures