SCIA Engineer General brochure
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Structural engineers from all corners of the world face similar problems. On the one hand, they have to deal with audacious plans of architects; on the other, they have to tackle effectively the everyday tasks of engineering practice. SCIA Engineer meets both of these challenges and provides structural engineers and designers with a comprehensive and robust tool for the modelling, analysis, design and drawing of steel, concrete, timber, aluminium and composite structures. Analysis - Checking - Optimisation SCIA Engineer performs static, dynamic, stability, nonlinear and other special types...

Innovation & Quality Cutting edge interface - Fastest calculation engine - Unique technologies SCIA Engineer is a reliable partner for everyday use in engineering practice. It is based on timeproven principles of CAE systems such as a robust finite element engine and intuitive graphical user interface. Nevertheless, it moves them to a higher level thanks to the application of the latest technologies and series of unique concepts and features. • True Analysis: two models integrated in one project: the structural model and analysis model. The engineer is mastering his analysis model, while...

Integration of the full design process from concept to design and detailing Smooth connection of the worlds of architects and structural engineers is one of most crucial aspects in structural design. Deadlines are short, investors push for minimisation of investments and, at the same time, demand more impressive constructions. Building Information Modelling (BIM), Open BIM in particular, is the path to take to cope with all these challenges. Interoperability • Advanced collaboration: conceptual design alternatives are quickly shared with the project owner, architect, MEP engineer,...

Analysis & Design Advanced analysis and design functionalities Fast and accurate calculation and code compliant design go hand in hand in the structural design process. Moreover, both these steps become interlinked due to the calls for optimal and most economical solutions. SCIA Engineer smoothly connects the calculation phase with the design and checking according to technical standards. Its optimisation tools then meet the last of the above mentioned requirements. • Analysis of all types of structures from the simplest to the most complex constructions made of concrete, steel, aluminium,...

Project documentation Impressive presentation of models and results Finalising the project on time is critical. And the completed project must be presented to the owner for approval and to the constructor who will execute the construction. In addition, some intermediate stages of the design need to be discussed. SCIA Engineer therefore comes with a wide range of tools for production of clear and comprehensive documents and reports and a set of intelligent tools for the preparation of drawings. Drawings • Picture gallery: stored pictures are linked with the 3D model. Both geometry and...

Engineering Report The new tool - first released in SCIA Engineer 2013 - Engineering Report - contains everything that is needed to explain project details, ranging from project definition data to static analysis results, design checks and overview drawings. It is the entire project put on paper. There is no more need to keep track of separate documents: all input and output data related to the project can be bundled into one global report by means of this new tool. • Full control over all included information: refresh on user’s demand. • All tables and pictures regenerated to reflect any...

SCIA Design Forms Open Design Checks architecture With the new SCIA Design Forms additional strength is given to structural engineers enabling them to perform their own static and dynamic calculations for all stages of construction projects, from design to construction including maintenance. SCIA Design Forms is new software that enables users to write custom calculation procedures, save them, and reuse them as either standalone tools or link them with SCIA Engineer. Sample forms are available to help the user set up their own design calculation (for reinforcement design in reinforced...

Overview SCIA Engineer Editions Comparison chart SCIA Engineer is a versatile CAE system that provides users with very wide functionality. It stands to reason that not everyone needs everything. Therefore, SCIA Engineer is offered in several Editions tailored to the needs of specific groups of users. Each Edition offers a set of features that are typical for the target group of users. The Concept, Professional and Expert Editions focus on analysis and design. The Structural Edition is a special Edition for engineers who specialise in modelling and interoperability. Moreover, any Edition can...

Concept Edition Best choice for daily work The Concept Edition attracts engineers modelling and analysing common structures made of steel, concrete or another material. For daily work the Concept Edition of SCIA Engineer is often the best choice. It is design software whose quality will support engineers in convincing construction owners and authorities. Modeller The modeller offers capabilities for input and effective editing of straight or curved beam members and plates, walls and shells. The geometry is stored using the unique True Analysis technology that supports both the structural...

Analysis and design of steel and concrete structures Analysis The Concept Edition performs static linear calculations. In addition, some advanced types of analysis are also offered: tension-only members, pad foundations, geometrically non-linear analysis. Design The Concept Edition is a good partner for design and checking of the structure according to the latest codes. It works for steel and concrete. For steel structures, it offers functions for the effective design, checking and even optimisation of rolled and welded cross-sections. For concrete, the functionality covers the design of...