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Import Input Data from SAP2000

FOUNDAXIS extracts the data necessary for the design of the foundation system from the SAP2000 model of a building. This model must have defined load combinations and be calculated. The model must be saved from SAP2000 in s2k format.

Specifically, the following are extracted from the s2k file:

  • Support positions: partially or fully restricted nodes.
  • Support reactions: Reaction forces are considered for the load combinations calculated in the model.
  • Walls: Restricted nodes belonging to shell elements are identified as walls.

The following steps must be followed when selecting the import of an s2k file:

  1. Select the corresponding file from the local device. SAP2000 select file
  2. Select the service load combinations (those that will be used for the sizing of foundations). Service loads combinations
  3. Select the ultimate load combinations (those that will be used for the design of steel reinforcements). Ultimate loads combinations
  4. Enter/Edit material densities and evaluation parameters (can also be edited later in the modeling/analysis space). Material configuration
  5. Enter/Edit basic geometric parameters of the foundation system (can also be edited later in the modeling/analysis space). Geometry configuration

By pressing the COMPLETE button, the data is extracted from the s2k file and loaded into the modeling/analysis space.

By pressing the COMPLETE button, the data is extracted from the s2k file and loaded into the modeling/analysis space.

TIP

TIP: Procedure to generate file from SAP2000:

3D View

1. In the 3D view, position the model to achieve a side view (it is recommended to disable perspective display), create a selection box by dragging the mouse from right-down to left-up, in order to select all the restricted nodes of the model base, including the pillars and walls that reach them:

Ejemplo

Export

2. Select from the tools menu: File/Export/SAP2000 .s2k Text File... :

Ejemplo

Save file

3. Select the full MODEL DEFINITION folder and the ANALYSIS RESULTS/Joint OUTPUT/Reactions subfolder (in red in the figure below), press OK and save the file.

Ejemplo

RELEASE V1.0BC IMPORTANT NOTE: This release only supports Tonf/m or Kip/ft or kN/m units. Do not forget to activate your project to these drives before exporting the s2k file.