Reports

Reports can be generated from the Concrete Analysis just like the other modes. The printed output is generated using the Reports menu. There are several important and useful reports generated in the Concrete Gravity Analysis Mode, some of which are discussed below.

To view the analytical member properties used in the finite element analysis (this includes the calculation of effective flange width for concrete T beams and consideration of cracked section factors):

Select Reports > Member Analysis Properties.
After a few seconds the Analysis Member Properties report will open. Hit the Page Down Key to see the rest of the report.
Click to exit the report.

For column design the program considers the worst skip loaded condition for live loads about each axis of the column, both top and bottom. To view the gravity column forces that will be used in the column design mode:

Select Reports > Column Design Forces > Single.
Click on one of the concrete columns below the Third floor.

For beam design, the program also considers an envelope of results. To view the gravity beam envelope forces that will be considered in the beam design mode:

Select Reports > Beam Line Force Envelope > Single.
Click on one of the concrete columns below the second floor

Note: For lateral beams and columns the gravity forces shown in these reports will normally be combined in the Design Modes with lateral forces from the analysis performed in RAM Frame.

Take the time now to review the various other reports available in the Reports menu.