[GEN] Can GEN consider the intermediate moment frame and special moment frame for the analysis?

Question

Can GEN consider the intermediate moment frame and special moment frame for the analysis?

Answer

Yes, GEN can provide special and intermediate design for RC and steel structures. Kindly refer to the workflow below for both Steel and RC Design

A) For Steel Design :

1. Go to the “Design”  Tab >
2. Click “Steel Design”  >
3. Click “Design Code” >
4. Select “Design Code”>
5. Check on “Apply Special Provisions for Seismic Design”

Select the appropriate system from the highlighted options.

B) For RC Design :

1. Go to “Design”  Tab >
2. Click “RC Design”  >
3. Click “Design Code”>
4. Select “Design Code” >
5. Check on “Apply Special Provisions for Seismic Design”

Select the appropriate frame type from the highlighted options.