Finite Element Analysis of a 3D Frame Structure

Finite element analysis (FEA) is something almost every engineer nowadays uses to design steel, timber and reinforced concrete structures.

But understanding the method and software programs that use the method is not easy.

That’s why I produced an in-depth video tutorial showing how to use an FE program to design a 3D steel frame structure like a warehouse.

In the video, I’ll show you how to:

• sign-up to SkyCiv for free
• model the structure with beam elements and tension members
• define supports
• apply characteristic loads
• create load combinations automatically
• check that you modelled the structure correctly
• design and verify the steel sections

As a Structural Basics reader, you’ll get an extended 30-days free trial for SkyCiv’s powerful 3D FE software program and all of their other structural analysis tools.

Use this link: ​https://skyciv.com/laurin/​ (← click here).

Final words

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Laurin.

Laurin Ernst

Hi! I am Laurin and I started Structural Basics in January 2022 with the aim to improve the online knowledge about structural engineering. I am a full-time structural engineer with a passion for content creation and digital tools to improve the AEC industry. I have a background in BIM too.