Enhanced Spring Modeling Workflow in Prokon SUMO
Prokon SUMO has introduced a powerful workflow for modeling non-support springs, giving engineers greater control over connection behavior. This new functionality allows you to define springs with asymmetrical stiffness, meaning you can assign different stiffness values for positive and negative actions along the same axis (e.g., upward vs. downward bending). This feature is enabled through […]
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 […]