I. To export to an ADINA IN file

To export the model objects to an ADINA input file, use the following procedure.

The export to ADINA IN files does not include the following model objects:

tension-only or compression-only spring supports
tension-only or compression-only member specifications
multilinear spring supports
cable specifications on members
tapered members: these members are exported but ADINA uses a prismatic profile the entire member length instead of a taper
plate offsets and releases

Note: Only materials which are assigned to members or elements are exported. Additionally, a warning message is given if there are any members or elements which do not have a material assigned.

A STAAD.Pro model can either be defined with Y as vertical (default) or Z as vertical (using the command SET Z UP). Choosing an option here will determine how the model will be oriented in the ADINA environment, which uses the Z axis as vertical.

Select the File ribbon tab. The backstage view opens.
Select ADINA in the Import/Export tab.

The ADINA Export dialog opens.
Select the appropriate Structure Convention to use for the exported model:
- No Change
  The values of coordinates and section properties are exported in exactly the same axes as they are defined in the STAAD.Pro model for both Y and Z Up models. A STAAD.Pro Y Up model would typically appear rotated in ADINA. However, a STAAD.Pro model defined with the SET Z UP command would display in the same orientation.
- Y Up
  The values of the vertical axis of the STAAD.Pro model will be mapped to the ADINA Y axis. Models defined as Y up or Z up in STAAD.Pro will be displayed as rotated in ADINA.
- Z Up (default)
  The values of the vertical axis in the STAAD.Pro model will be mapped to the ADINA Z axis. Models defined as Y up or Z up in STAAD.Pro will be displayed in the same vertical orientation in ADINA.
Click OK.

Examples

Table 1.
	Y-Up	Z-Up
STAAD.Pro Model
ADINA - "No change"
ADINA - "Y-Up"
ADINA - "Z-Up"