RAM Concept is an analysis and design program that uses the finite element method to design post-tensioned concrete slabs using either a traditional design method or a tendon optimization workflow:

• Traditional Post Tensioned Design Methods: Designs post tensioned concrete slabs with a user-modeled tendon layout using either manual tendons or generated tendon parameters. In a traditional design approach, engineers will define a post-tensioning solution that satisfies the minimum precompression and maximum spacing requirements in the system and then add strands until the flexural tension stress limits are satisfied.
• Tendon Optimization Workflow: Optimizes post tensioned concrete slabs using intelligent search algorithms to compare thousands of design alternatives, allowing engineers to easily review and compare many different solutions side by side and select the best design alternative.

Designing Post Tensioned Concrete Slabs with Manual Tendons

Learn how to design post tensioned concrete slabs in RAM Concept with manual tendons.

Designing Post Tensioned Concrete Slabs with Generated Tendons 

Learn how to design post tensioned concrete slabs in RAM Concept with generated tendons.

Optimizing Post Tensioned Concrete Slabs in RAM Concept

Learn how to optimize post tensioned concrete slabs in RAM Concept.

Additional Resources

Want to learn more? See the additional resources for RAM Concept.

	Knowledge Base Articles	RAM|STAAD Forum	RAM Ideas Portal	RAM Concept Product Page
	RAM Concept Training		RAM Concept Technical Discussions	RAM Concept Tips and Tricks
	RAM Coffee Corners (NAOU)	STAAD/RAM Coffee Corners (EMEA)	STAAD Coffee Corners (NAOU)	STAAD Coffee Corners (SEAPAC)

 

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