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Structural Engineering Software
for Analysis and Design

2018

Hello,

RFEM is the complete design tool for reinforced concrete analysis and design per the ACI 318-14 and the CSA A23.3-14. Determine longitudinal, shear, and torsional reinforcement for beams, columns, walls, plates, and slabs.

RFEM and the concrete design add-on modules are not limited to simple geometry for building structures. What sets the program apart, is the ability to also design specialty structures (i.e. curved members, tapered members, domed roofs, stadiums, silos, industrial, etc.).

Continue reading to learn more about RFEM's concrete design capabilities.

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Best Regards,

Amy Heilig, PE
CEO – USA Office
Technical Support & Sales Engineer

RFEM Add-on Modules

RF-CONCRETE

Member and surface reinforcement design for both ULS and SLS per the ACI 318-14 and CSA A23.3-14. Determine the required reinforcement based on loading requirements with consideration of code specifications.

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RF-CONCRETE Deflect

As a module extension within RF-CONCRETE, quickly and efficiently calculate the analytical serviceability requirements of plates and surfaces in the cracked or uncracked state.

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RF-CONCRETE NL

As a module extension within RF-CONCRETE, perform an iterative nonlinear calculation considering both the cracked and uncracked state for serviceability design. Both the concrete and reinforcing steel material properties are used in the nonlinear calculation to accurately determine deformations and crack widths.

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Previously Recorded Webinars
	Concrete Design per ACI 318-14 in RFEM Length: 1:01:59 Content: Column and rib member design in RF-CONCRETE Members Spandrel design above wall openings (result beams) in RF-CONCRETE Members Wall design in RF-CONCRETE Surfaces Addressing singularities in FEA concrete design More Information

	Concrete Dome, Tank, and Shell Modeling in RFEM Length: 1:05:34 Content: Modeling, loading, and analysis of a concrete dome in RFEM ACI 318-14 strength and serviceability design with the RF-CONCRETE Surfaces add-on module Explore both automated and user-defined reinforcement areas Deflection analysis considering creep/shrinkage with the RF-CONCRETE Deflect add-on module More Information

Technical
Articles

Singularities in Design of Reinforced Concrete Surfaces

Singularities occur in a limited area due to the concentration of the stress-dependent result values. They are conditioned by the FEA methodology. In theory, the stiffness and/or the stress in an infinite size concentrate on an infinitesimal small area. Continue reading to learn how to alleviate this all-too-common issue within FEA software.