GT STRUDL Technical Papers

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     "Award for Excellence" Presentations    

 
 

2011

GT STRUDL Version 32 & Future Releases

Dr. Kenneth ("Mac") Will
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

Structural Analysis of Mechanical Modules for Modular Designed Nuclear Plants

Steven Sherfey (presented by Ankit Patel)

Westinghouse Corporation

The Dynamic Behavior of the ‘Palazzo Lombardia’ Building, the New Seat for the Regione Lombardia in Milan:  Comparison Between Numerical Model and Experimental Results

Gianfranco Stella & Chiara Pozzuoli

CAD DATACONSULT Srl

Seismic Analysis for a Turbine Building with Spring Supported Turbine / Generator Deck

Feifei Lu

Shaw Power Group

Streamlined Process for Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis of Nuclear Facilities  Utilizing GT STRUDL and MTR/SASSI

Wei Li, Michael Perez, Mansour Tabatabaie, and Basilio Sumodobila

SC Solutions, Inc.

Base Plate Analysis

Parimal Gandhi

Southern Nuclear Operating Company

Seismic Evaluation of Auxiliary Crane for Nuclear Power Plant Utilizing Automated Procedures

Gang Zhao, Qin Pan, and Hongchun Liu

Bechtel Power Corporation

Advanced Analytical Techniques

Dmitry Maslov & Roman Guzeev

Institute Giprostroymost Saint-Petersburg

Dynamic Analysis of Service Water Pump for Seismic Restraint

Parimal Gandhi, P.E.

Southern Nuclear Operating Company

New Plane Stress, Plate Bending, and Plate Elements

Dr. Kenneth M. Will and Borja Zarco

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

Validity of Shell Theory for Designing Nuclear Structures

Dr. Mukti L. Das, Kaustubh Khanvilkar, Ossama Ali, and Shailendra Shrivastava

Bechtel Power Corporation

"ATLAS" - An Integrated Modeling System for GT STRUDL

Dr. Aristidis G. Papachristidis

3DR Engineering Software Ltd.

Base Plate Anchor Capacity According to ACI Appendix D

Robert Abernathy

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

Nonlinear Geometric Analysis Using GT STRUDL

Dr. Michael Swanger and Dr. Kenneth ("Mac") Will

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

GTSTRUDL Buckling and Nonlinear Analysis Examples

Dr. Kenneth ("Mac") Will

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2010

GT STRUDL Version 31 & Beyond

Dr. Kenneth ("Mac") Will
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

Stability Analysis of 400 Ton Lifting Truss

Hongchun Liu, Luis M. Moreschi and Peter J. Carrato

Bechtel Power Corporation

Response Spectra Analysis of a Liquid Storage Tank (Nuclear Plant)

Krishna C. Amirineni

WorleyParsons

Seismic Response Spectrum and Tornado Wind Analysis for a Modular Nuclear Power Plant Turbine Island

James Ryan, Yueh-Hua Tsai, and Kaustubh Khanvilkar

Bechtel Power Division

Practical Modeling Technique for Transfer Length

Chris Carroll

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Finite Element Analysis of Small Scale Roman Pantheon

Chris Carroll

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Dare to Compare

Dale Brasuell and John Caplinger

Burrough-Brasuell Corp.

GT STRUDL Miscellaneous Support Structures Applications for Nuclear Plant

Parimal Gandhi, P.E.

Southern Nuclear Operating Company

Automated Procedures of Cable Stayed Bridge Analysis

Dmitry Maslov

Institute Giprostroymost Saint-Petersburg

Analysis of Safety Related Intake Structure for a Nuclear Plant Utilizing Symmetric Modeling

Jaspal Saini, Carlos Coronado,

Navin Verma, Visit Likhitruangsilp, and Neha Gidwani

Bechtel Power Corporation

Analysis of Buffeting Response of Long Span Cable Stayed and Suspension Bridges

Roman Guzeev

Institute Giprostroymost Saint-Petersburg

2009

"GT STRUDL Version 30 & Beyond"

Dr. Kenneth ("Mac") Will
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Steel Superstructure Erection Analysis"

Kenneth E. Stanley, P.E.

URS Corporation

"FE Model-Based Bridge Health Monitoring"

Alex Krimotat

SC Solutions Inc.

"US17-92 Pedestrian Overpass at General Hutchison"

Hisham Sunna

Ayres Associates

"Cable-Stayed Bridge Seismic Analysis Using Artificial Accelerograms"

Roman Guzeev

Institute Giprostroymost - Saint-Petersburg

"A CIS/2 Case Study:  Black & Veatch's Integration of Plant Vision with GT STRUDL"

Jay M. Ernst

EDS, an HP Company

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Jeffrey D. Eidemiller

Black & Veatch

"Modeling and Analysis of Elevated Skid Mounted High Speed Compressor Structure Using GT STRUDL"

Jonathan Guan

Jacobs Engineering

"The Continuing Evolution of a Structural Software Integration Program"

Dale Brausell, John Riordan & John Caplinger

Structural Desktop

"Sub-Modeling Bridge Components Using GTSTRUDL Superelement Functionality"

Jason Beecher

URS Corporation

"Load Drop on Timber Mat Protection System"

Mukti Das

Bechtel Power Corporation

"Design of Coal-Fired Boiler Projects Using Tekla Structures and GT STRUDL"

Michael Gustafson

Tekla Inc.

"GT STRUDL Quality Assurance Program"

Dr. Leroy Z. Emkin & David Key

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Damping Models for Dynamic Analysis"

Michael Swanger

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Base Plate Wizard Training"

Robert Abernathy

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2008

"Structural Analysis of Lightning Protection System for New Launch Vehicle"

Anne Cope, Steve Moore, & Rich Pruss

Reynolds Smith & Hills, Inc.

"Dynamic Analysis of Fan Foundation"

Mahendra Madhaven

Southern Company Services

"GT STRUDL's UNISTRUT Design"

Chris Wandell

Arizona Public Service Company

"Design and Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Elevated Water Towers Using GT STRUDL"

M.K. Kumudini Jayawardena

Ceywater Consultant (Pvt.) Ltd.

"Experience of Cable-Stayed Bridge Analysis"

Dmitry Derevyankin & Dmitry Maslov

Institute Giprostroymost - Saint-Petersburg

"Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis of a Composite Structure on a Backfill Hilltop"

Lisa M. Anderson

Bechtel Savannah River Inc.

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Jayprakash Amin

Washington Savannah River Company

"Evaluation of the Sandwich Plate System in Bridge Decks Using a Plate Approach, a Comparison between ANSYS and GT STRUDL Models"

Devin Harris

Michigan Tech

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Chris Carroll

Virginia Tech

"Analysis and Design of DuPont's Steel Framing Systems Using WinSCADS and GT STRUDL"

Magdy S. Roufaiel

Roufaiel Assoc. Int'l, Inc.

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Jeffrey A. Stokes

E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company

"Mesh Generation for Arbitrary Domains in GT STRUDL"

James B. Deaton

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"The GT STRUDL Base Plate Wizard"

Robert Abernathy

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Implementation of NRC Guide 1.92 Revision 2 in GT STRUDL Response Spectrum Analysis"

Dr. Michael Swanger

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Emkin Files"

Dale Brasuell

Structural Desktop Inc.

"Stability Analysis & Design of Steel Frame Structures by the 2005 AISC Specification Direct Analysis Method"

Dr. Leroy Z. Emkin

Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2007

"Non-linear Analysis of a Navigational Lock Wall using GT STRUDL"

Husein Hasan
Tennessee Valley Authority

"Torsion and Warping Design Based on the AISC Guide 9"

Hamid Zand
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Finite Element Modeling of Time Dependent Losses in a Prestressed Box Girder"

Sugata Bhattacharya
Larsen & Toubro Ltd.

"Arch Bridges with Cable Hangers"

Dimitry Maslov & Maxim Pashkovsky
Institute Giprostroymost - Saint-Petersburg

"Integration of Tekla Structures and GTSTRUDL"

Michael Gustafson
Tekla, Inc.

"Analysis of Category I and Non-Category I Structures in Nuclear Power Stations Using GT STRUDL Version 29"

Jack Demitz
Bechtel Power Corporation

"Soil-Structure Interaction Advanced Methodology of Frequency to Time Domain "Handshake" and Alignment"

Alex Krimotat
SC Solutions, Inc.

"GT STRUDL - Modeling and Analysis of Friction Bearing Base Isolation"

Michael Swanger
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"ACI 318-05 - Discussion of Changes Needed and New Output Needs"

Robert Abernathy
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Structural Desktop GT STRUDL"

Dale Brasuell
Structural Desktop, Inc.

"Structural Instabilities - Finding, Detecting, and Consequences of Ignoring Them"  
Unstable Frame& Unstable Tower

Leroy Z. Emkin
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2006

"The Use of GTSTRUDL and Autocad 2006 in a Real Project"

Harold Wiedeman 
Wiedeman & Singleton, Inc.

"Design and Analysis of Pipe Support Steel Framing System using GTSTRUDL and Pre/Post Processor Computer Program"

Tae-Kyou Lee
Korea Power Engineering Company (KOPEC)

"Base Isolation and Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis in GT STRUDL Version 29"

Leroy Z. Emkin
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Structural Modifications?   No Problem!"

Dale Brasuell
Structural Desktop Inc.

"Integrated Approach for Structural Engineering from Conceptual Design to Fabrication"

Sanjay Kumar Arora
PEM - BHEL

"Implementation of Incremental Launching Analysis in GT STRUDL Using the Parameterization"

Dmitry Maslov
Institute Giprostroymost Saint-Petersburg

"Tall Building Analysis in GT STRUDL for Wind Tunnel Studies"

Craig Blanchet
LeMessurier Consultants

"Clearwater Beach Spur Connector Cable Stayed Bridge"

Hisham N. Sunna, Ph.D., P.E.
Ayres Associates

"Structural Analyses of Mobile Service Tower at Space Launch Complex 2 West for Delta Rockets, Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA"

Jimmy D. Schilling, P. E.
Space Gateway Support, LLC Cape Canaveral Air Force Station

"Structural Engineering Software for the Analysis of Space Frame Structures Composed of Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials"

Gwang-Seok Na
Georgia Institute of Technology

"A Finite Element Approach to Reinforced Concrete Slab Design in GT STRUDL"

James B. Deaton & Dr. Kenneth (Mac) Will
Georgia Institute of Technology

"Beyond Batch Processing:  Getting More Out of GT STRUDL"

Robert Abernathy  
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Pushover Analysis of Frame Structures"

Dr. Leroy Emkin  
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2005

"Analysis of Post-Tensioned Containment Building for Large Nuclear Component Replacements"

Luis M. Moreschi  
Bechtel Power Corporation

"Unique Applications of the IPCABLE Element in GT STRUDL"

Craig D. Blanchet  
LeMessurier Consultants

"Implementation of EC 2 and corresponding parts of EC 8 within GT STRUDL"

Aristidis G. Papachristidis, Civil Engineer, 4M-VK Civil Engineering Software Ltd.*  
George N. Vadaloykas, Civil Engineer, 4M-VK Civil Engineering Software Ltd.

"STRUSASSI: A Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis Tool Incorporating GTSTRUDL and SASSI 2000"

Andrew Maham  
Bechtel Savannah River Inc.

"Modeling of Unreinforced Construction Joints in Plain Concrete Using GT STRUDL"

Chris Carroll  
Tennessee Valley Authority

"Burnside Bridge Seismic Retrofit Analysis and Design"

Eric E. Bonn
OBEC Consulting Engineers

"iAFES: Integrated Automatic Foundation Engineering System"

Jong-Bom Choe  
LG Engineering & Construction Corporation

"intelliModel"

Thomas P. Lutz
Differential Solutions, Inc.

"Paper Not Required - Paperless Structural Design Office"

Dale E. Brasuell  & John Warmack
Structural Desktop, Inc.

"GT STRUDL Training - General Comparison between AISC LRFD and ASD"

Hamid Zand
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2004

"GT STRUDL Application to Analysis and Design of Marine Structures"

Dr. Agustin J. Ferrante  
STRUDL Europe srl

"Soil-Structure Interaction Study of Forced Motions Using Large Mass Method"

Samir A. Lawrence & Zi-Ming Zheng  
Parsons Infrastructure and Technology Group

"GT STRUDL and The MIT Brain and Cognitive Sciences Project"

Craig D. Blanchet  
LeMessurier Consultants

"Using GT STRUDL for the Design of Antenna Towers and Supporting Structures by the TIA-222-F Code"

Robert Abernathy 
Georgia Tech - CASE Center 

"Analysis Concrete Anchor System with ACI 318/349 Appendix Using GT STRUDL and Developing Pre/Post Processor Computer Program"

Yoon Ho Nam  
Korea Power Engineering Company ("KOPEC")

"Executing GT STRUDL from within Excel"

George T. Watson     &    Mark S. Johnson  
CenterPoint Energy          Drash Consulting Engineers

"Integrating Tools and Work Processes - SmartPlant 3D and GT STRUDL"

Robert Christian  
Intergraph Corporation

"Application of Parameterized Analytical Models"

Dmitry Maslov  
Institute Giprostroymost Saint-Petersburg

"GT STRUDL Training - Dynamic Analysis"

Dr. Michael Swanger  
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2003

"Spokane Street Bridge Lift/Turn Cylinder Repair/Replacement Study Finite Element Analysis"

Rafal Wuttrich
E.C. Driver and Associates

"Determination of Local Structural Vibration Properties for the Design of Machine Foundations"

Luis M. Moreschi & Farhad Farzam
Bechtel Power Corporation

"Developing Computer Program VDAS and Seismic Analysis in Nuclear Power Plant Using GT STRUDL"

YoonHo Nam & YoungDal Seo
Korea Power Engineering Company (KOPEC)

"GT STRUDL Australian AS4100 Design Code Development & Design Application "

Dr. Song F. Jan &  Dr. Agustin J. Ferrante 
Bechtel Corporation & STRUDL Europe srl

"Rational K Values for Bridge Pier Design"

Dajin Liu & Robert A. Magliola
Parsons Corporation

"Applications of  GTSTRUDL in Head Replacement Projects"

Hongchun Liu
Bechtel Power Corporation

"Displacement Constraint Design in GTSTRUDL"

Andrew Maham & Dr. Kenneth M. Will
Georgia Institute of Technology

2002

"Blue Ridge Intake Tower Structure"

Husein Hasan
Tennessee Valley Authority

"Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority -Lindbergh Center Station Case Study of the South Concourse Modification to Add New East Platform"

J. Michael Garver, P.E. 
Parsons Brinckerhoff Tudor - Turner Associates

"Seismic Analysis of Coupled Structural and Piping Systems"

Brian Lawton, P.E. 
Stone & Webster, Inc. - A Shaw Group Company

"Generalized And Interactive Engineering

Armando Ramos, P.E.
PARSONS Infrastructure & Technology Group

"Design of 250 MW Cogeneration Combined Cycle Plant Building in a Congested Site

Albert Wong, Ph.D., P.E. 
Stone & Webster, Inc. - A Shaw Group Company

"Dynamic Analysis of Induced Draft Fan Foundations

Patty B. Warren, P.E. 
Southern Company Services

"Analysis of Post-Tensioned Continuous Span Bridges

Abhijit Naik & Jay A. Quioque
California Department of Transportation

" Comparison of Static Analysis Results Based on Different Models of a 67 Story Commercial Building

Dr. Leroy Emkin
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Seismic Retrofit of the I-90/South Bellevue Way Interchange

Kare Hjorteset & 
BERGER/ABAM Engineers Inc.

2001

"Applications of GT STRUDL on Boston’s Central Artery/Tunnel Project" 

Paul F. Harrington, P.E. & James Branch, P.E.
Fay, Spofford & Thorndike, Inc.

"Dynamic Analysis of Large Compressor Foundations in Industrial Plants"

Dr. Song F. Jan, P.E. 
Bechtel Corporation

"GT STRUDL and the SCR Reactor Project, Units 1 & 2, Plant Bowen, Cartersville, GA" 

Scott Lange 
Southern Company Services

"SCR Modifications to Existing Boiler House of Plant Bowen for Georgia Power"

Ed Marshall 
AMEC E&C Services, Inc.

"Analytical and Experimental Investigation of a Polycarbonate Raised Floor System" 
Kenneth M. (Mac) Will
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

GT STRUDL Training  - "Effective Use of GT STRUDL's Steel Design Capabilities"

Hamid Zand 
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

2000

"Seismic Base Isolation Using GT STRUDL Time History Analysis Nonlinear Modeling and Signal Processing"

Mr. Ronald Watson & Mr. Paul F. Bradford, Ph.D., P.E.
R. J. Watson, Inc.

"Extended GT STRUDL Application Interfaces Using COM (Plug-Ins)"

Dr. Michael Swanger
Georgia Tech - CASE Center

"Non-Linear Rail/Structure Analysis for the Elevated ‘WMATA’ Section F-8 Guideway"

Mr. Kare Hjorteset, P.E., S.E.
BERGER/ABAM Engineers Inc.

"Modeling Shear Wall Structures with Large Numbers of DOFs"

Mr. Jack Demitz
Bechtel Corporation