Billboard Concrete Foundation Design using SUMO
Prokon’s SUMO module is more than just an analysis tool — it also features a range of built-in Design Links that allow for the direct design of specific components within your model. These Design Links significantly streamline the workflow, saving both time and effort. In this video, we focus on the Base Design Link, showing […]
From Wind Loads to Baseplate Design using SUMO
Prokon’s SUMO module is more than just an analysis tool — it also features a range of built-in Design Links that allow for the direct design of specific components within your model. These Design Links significantly streamline the workflow, saving both time and effort. In this video, we focus on the Baseplate Design Link, showing […]
Simulating Slab on Elastic Foundation with FEA Solids
Introduction Prokon continues to enhance SUMO‘s functionality, steadily turning it into a more powerful analysis platform. A notable recent feature is the ability to convert Plane Shells into Solid Meshes. I often use this capability when dealing with slab-to-column or slab-to-beam interactions. This raised a question: what if a slab on elastic foundation is simulated […]
How SUMO Automatically Calculates Spring Stiffness
Introduction If you have ever tried to simulate an elastic foundation (soil) in a program like Frame, you know how repetitive the process can be. You must create coincident nodes, track node numbers, define springs, and assign stiffness values. The approach is accurate but also time-consuming. At the same time, it helps reveal the mechanics […]