
The implementation of the API 4F, API 2A (offshore structures) and Norsok N-004 (offshore structures) design codes allows the engineer to optimize designs with greater accuracy and speed, including punching shear checks. Analytical features include the ability to easily capture rotational acceleration due to pitch, roll and yaw perform simple linear or complete nonlinear snap-through buckling analyses compute frequency-domain response for harmonic and non-harmonic periodic loading calculate power-spectral density response apply automated wave loading and API 4F wind loading pushover analysis and much more. SAP2000’s sophisticated analytical methods and design algorithms directly address the Oil and Gas industry’s structural engineering requirements.
