AN INSPIRING PARTNER IN DESIGN

THE IDEAL SOLUTION FOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

With more than 8000 users and 100,000 completed projects worldwide, AxisVM is a powerful FEA & design software that offers a complete solution for every type of building material and construction type – from the simplest to the most complex – through a simple and modern interface.

Its advantages lie in its user-friendly interface, facilitating efficient modeling and analysis of diverse structures like buildings, bridges, and towers. AxisVM’s advanced features include nonlinear analysis, seismic design, and building code compliance checks, making it a versatile tool for engineers. Its real-time visualization aids in understanding structural behavior, while parametric design options enhance productivity.

With seamless integration of BIM (Building Information Modeling), AxisVM streamlines the entire structural engineering process, making it an invaluable asset in the field.

ONE SOFTWARE FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS!

R/C STRUCTURES

The modules for reinforced concrete (RC) structures provide an efficient solution to the design of columns, beams, wall, slab, shell, and footing systems. Modelling of post-tensioned beams and slabs is also possible. Considering actual reinforcements in the analysis, the nonlinear displacement of the structure can be evaluated more accurately.

Fire design for complex RC structures is available (RC8-B and RC8-S modules)

STEEL STRUCTURES

The module group developed for steel structures allows for the design of steel members. A fire load case can also be considered. The optimization module can assist in finding more economical designs.

The SC1 module covers the design of the most commonly used welded and bolted steel joints.

MASONRY STRUCTURES

This module allows for the comprehensive design of unreinforced masonry walls subjected to mainly vertical loads and shear forces.

Walls can be analysed either as a single wall or as a complex multi-storey wall segment. The wall-slab connection, which can have a significant influence on load capacity, can be taken into account.

TIMBER STRUCTURES

In the modules developed for timber structures, simple and complex space frame structures can be analysed, cross-sections can be optimised considering various criteria, and the reliability of these structures under fire condition can be ensured.

The unique cross-laminated timber (XLM) design module provides an appropriate theoretical and computing background for the design of these novel structures.

DYNAMIC ANALYSIS

The DYN module is suitable for the numerical solution of general dynamics problems considering linear or non-linear material properties and geometric nonlinearity. The FFA module is specialized to determine and check the accelerations of slabs and stairs due to human-induced vibrations.

The earthquake resistance of structures can be verified by a modal response spectrum, pushover, or time-history analysis, according to the Eurocode, NTC, or SIA standards. In the analysis, the effect of seismic isolators and dampers on the structural response can also be considered.

CLIMATIC LOADS

The SWG module allows for the automatic generation of snow and wind loads on typical structures. With the combination of loads on standard structural model types, even a more complex structure can be investigated.

In the case of more complex or compound structures, these methods are not applicable, and the pressure coefficients must be determined individually by a fluid dynamics simulation (CFD modeling) or a wind tunnel test. The CFD module allows for importing these results into AxisVM.

SOIL INTERACTION

The soil model can follow the interaction between the soil and the structure more accurately than a calculation where the soil is modelled with springs. Consequently, the additional internal forces induced by relative settlements can be more accurately calculated.

By modelling the soil around the structure with solid elements, there is no need to estimate soil stiffness based on different theories, and the model can track changes in stiffness due to variation in subsoil conditions.

BIM COLLABORATION

The advanced BIM connectivity (IFC based or special interface) allows direct two-directional data exchange with any other software using BIM technology (e.g. ArchiCAD, AutoDesk ADT, Revit, Nemetschek Allplan, Tekla Structures, etc.).

With such extensive connectivity, the changes in a model can be tracked, assisting the cooperation of architects and engineers working on the design.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE UK MARKET

FIRE DESIGN FOR CONCRETE
FIRE DESIGN FOR STEEL
TIMBER CLT PANELS
CFD LOADS
SOIL-STRUCTURE

The fire design of reinforced concrete columns and beams can be performed in the software according to the guidelines of Eurocode 2, SIA 262 and NTC design codes if the RC8-B module is available. The software analyses the temperature distribution inside the cross-section, calculates the temperature of longitudinal and shear reinforcement , as well as takes into account the spalling of damaged concrete layers.

Fire design of steel members is available in SD8 module. The design calculation considers the reduction in strength and stiffness of steel material on elevated temperature that makes steel structures very sensitive for stability failure in fire. Critical temperature that is one of the essential parameters by the selection of intumescent coating thickness is also an outcome of the design calculation. The fire effect is given by standardized prescriptive, parametric or user-defined fire curve (considering simulation or fire test results). Steel temperature is calculated automatically by closed formula or by the solution of two-dimensional heat conduction problem. The calculation of steel temperature considers the effect of passive fire protection material on the element.

Nowadays, the use of cross-laminated wood panel structures – CLT (XLAM) is expanding, due to their advantageous building physics, strength properties, and almost unlimited uses. Satisfying market requirements, the unique XLM module provides an appropriate theoretical and computing background for the design of these innovative structures.

The unique calculation method used is implemented through a complex computational algorithm based on pure mechanics of composite shells. The program offers a number of options for evaluating the results of the CLT panels, displaying the stress distribution of each layer and utilization results, which creates an ideal working environment for optimal design. The module is accompanied by a detailed CLT material database, which includes data on the most commonly used CLT products.

Design codes/standards provide guidance for the inclusion of wind pressure factors only for structures with close to regular geometry. In the case of more complex or compound structures, these methods are not applicable, and the pressure coefficients must be determined individually by a fluid dynamics simulation (CFD modeling) or a wind tunnel test. The CFD module allows for importing these results into AxisVM.

The CFD module is a generic interface which enables defining pressures caused by flowing substances over domains or load panels.

The SOIL module allows more precise modelling and consideration of the soil-structure interaction. In the so-called direct approach, the soil and the structure are modelled and analysed together. The settlements and the induced internal forces can be calculated, as well as the stresses and strains in the soil beneath and around the structure. The software is able to generate a spatial soil model with layers based on the given borehole samples. A further possibility is that the Winkler stiffnesses for supports can be estimated based on interpolated soil profiles.