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It is a specialized software solution that simplifies and streamlines the process of modeling foundations. Whether you’re working on mat (or raft) foundations with complex perimeters, varying slab thicknesses, holes in the slab, or different soil regions, this tool has you covered. Here’s a closer look at what makes it a standout choice for foundation engineering:<\/div>\n

Sketch Boundaries<\/b><\/p>\n

One of the standout features of the tool is its ability to draw or import foundation geometry quickly. Creating complex boundaries and mat foundations becomes a breeze. Whether you need to work with multiple slab thicknesses, incorporate holes in the slab, or define different soil regions, this tool can accommodate your needs. The efficient sketching capabilities allow you to get your foundation geometry in place easily.<\/p>\n

Define Components<\/b><\/p>\n

To create a comprehensive foundation model, you must place walls, grade beams, columns, and pile supports. This tool provides powerful editing tools that help you complete these tasks swiftly. Dragging column lines, selecting and editing components, and leveraging group-editing features simplify the process. Additionally, copying and pasting components and generating them as needed enhances efficiency.<\/p>\n

Apply Loads Easily<\/b><\/p>\n

Effortlessly applying loads is a fundamental aspect of foundation engineering, and IES VisualFoundation makes it a straightforward process. With point-and-click load application, you can apply axial, shear, and moment loads to columns, beams, and walls. Area loads are also supported; you can copy and scale loads as required. This user-friendly approach ensures that the load application is both flexible and clear.<\/p>\n

Get Stability Checks<\/b><\/p>\n

Ensuring the stability of your foundation under various load combinations is crucial. It automatically checks for stability, whether at the service or strength level. You can define your desired safety factors and receive checks for uplift, sliding, overturning (any axis), and bearing pressures. These stability checks are an essential component of foundation design, and this tool simplifies this critical aspect.<\/p>\n

Covers Punching Shear<\/b><\/p>\n

Punching shear, a common concern in foundation engineering is addressed comprehensively by this tool. The software automatically determines punching boundaries around columns, piles, or walls. It even combines and checks overlapping punching areas. You can override punching boundaries and receive code checks to ensure your foundation design meets the required standards.<\/p>\n

Make Smart Designs<\/b><\/p>\n

The software offers concrete checks based on ACI 318 and CSA A23.3 standards for slabs, beams, and column piers. It also provides structural checks for pile design, whether they are made of steel, wood, or concrete. Furthermore, it assists in finding rebar requirements and checks your specified slab bars. Detailed checks are available for grade beams, ensuring your foundation design is robust and compliant with industry standards.<\/p>\n

VisualFoundation 13.0 Release Notes
\nMat foundations, combined footings, and pile caps<\/p>\n

13.00.0001 November 8, 2024
\nPunching Shear Design Overhaul
\nEnhanced punching groups
\nOption added to check punching subgroups
\nWalls can now be included in punching shear groups
\nSmarter punching shear group generation
\nSmarter punching group\/grade beam interaction
\nMore accurate critical sections for punching shear
\nImproved how “d” is calculated
\nAccounts for the direction of punching
\nAccounts rebar sizes and orientations
\nUse correct value based on the specified or optimized design approach
\nCritical section now minimizes the punching perimeter (bo)
\nMore accurate punching shear demand calculation
\nAll components of the punching free body diagram can now be reported
\nPunching Shear design moved to background thread (UI stays responsive while design works)
\nImproved graphics performance for punching boundaries
\nMore accurate beta calculation
\nBearing Pressure Overhaul
\nImproved design check performance
\nImproved design graphics performance
\nAdded Wind & Seismic Soil Bearing Increase Factor
\nAdded Bearing Pressure Summary result table:
\nReport max, min, and average bearing pressures
\nShow pressures for each result case or filter by extremes
\nAdded Soil Bearing Capacity By Slab design table:
\nReport controlling demand & capacity per slab
\nReport maximum unity value per slab
\nReport results for each result case per slab
\nImproved existing Soil Bearing Capacity design table:
\nAdded plate column to table
\nAdded capacity column to table
\nAdded filter by selected plate
\nAdded filter by name prefix
\nNew Design Specifications
\nACI 350-20 & ACI 350-06
\nAISC 360-22 LFRD & ASD for piles
\nAdded option to neglect the size effect factor (i.e. \u03bbs=1) for ACI 318-19
\nReduced minimum longitudinal reinforcement for Piers:
\nImplement ACI 318 Section 10.3.1.2 by adding an Area Reduction Factor
\nImplement CSA Clause 10.10.5
\nNew Load Combinations
\nIBC 2024 Load Combinations
\nNBC 2020 Load Combinations
\nNew Scripting Commands
\nSet project criteria (title, billing, notes, etc.)
\nDelete loads
\nGenerate custom load combinations
\nExtract results on a per slab basis
\nDefine pile geotechnical capacity
\nSpecify pier & pile reinforcement (rectangular or round pattern)
\nSet visible result case
\nAdd graphics to report
\nObtain lists of the service and strength result cases
\nFixes & Minor Changes
\nFixed Poles & Piles Material Override bug<\/p>\n

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Downloads<\/b><\/p>\n