More Productivity in Version 20

Version 20 offers:

  • Wizards, 3rd party plug-ins and simpler workflows
  • Connection to Grasshopper and other systems including AllPlan
  • New dedicated Masonry Bridge Wizard


In addition to these new productivity options, with Version 20, it takes less clicks to do the things you want most often, from joints to section properties. New tools, like transparency, also help you to better understand and share your model and results.

Grasshopper plug-in

Overview

Grasshopper is a visual programming language and environment which runs within Rhino. Partnering with Geometry Gym , LUSAS “components” can now be accessed from Grasshopper, and a “bake to LUSAS” function is available.

Create/recreate quickly


Deliver on the requirements of your clients by interacting directly with Grasshopper parametric models. Make parametric changes and recreate LUSAS models quickly.


Any geometry


We’ve worked hard to ensure that the most sophisticated Rhino line and surface geometries can be transferred reliably from Grasshopper to LUSAS. That includes nurb lines and surfaces.


Any geometry

We’ve worked hard to ensure that the most sophisticated Rhino line and surface geometries can be transferred reliably from Grasshopper to LUSAS. That includes nurb lines and surfaces.

Trial for free

The initial release of this plug-in version is free. We believe you should already get considerable value from what we are offering. We look forward to hearing how it helps your workflow, and what further developments you require. 

Masonry Bridge Wizard

For over 40 years LUSAS has been trusted worldwide to help with the design, maintenance and rehabilitation of structures in steel, concrete, timber and masonry. With Version 20, we’re making it much easier to model these structures. 

Developing a more thorough understanding of the behaviour of masonry bridges is crucial to managing them better. Start by determining if better digital/FE assessment will justify the existing structure. If that still fails, you can model almost any remedial action to try and save it.

Not just for experts


Using the Masonry Bridge Wizard, parametric inputs can be converted to 2D or 3D linear or nonlinear models to allow confidence to be built up bit by bit.


Full 3D nonlinear models don't have to be the preserve of experts anymore. New Paragraph

Not just for experts

Parametric inputs can be converted to 2D or 3D linear or nonlinear models to allow confidence to be built up bit by bit.

Full 3D nonlinear models don't have to be the preserve of experts anymore. 
Fast, reliable, repeatable 

Generate a sophisticated finite element model as easily and quickly as more simplified (2D) methods.  Minimise risks by reducing modelling errors.
Comprehensive

Model features that are not included in simplified methods - not just the arch barrel, include spandrels, skews, hollow piers etc. Consider behaviour that isn’t included in other methods such as the effects of soil for load dispersal and/or lateral resistance, or strengths of materials.
Trusted

We’ve given you more scope for correlating results to site observations. Improve the accuracy of your model and test sensitivities to parametric variation. 
Reduce errors

Creating advanced solid models is challenging for the most skilled engineer. Using a parametric approach helps reduce risk and mitigate modelling mistakes.
Reduce errors

Creating advanced solid models is challenging for the most skilled engineer. Using a parametric approach helps reduce risk and mitigate modelling mistakes.

Modelling / analysis capabilities

Capability Automated in Wizard
2D and full 3D modelling YES
Skewed arches YES
Single or multiple spans YES
Abutments and piers, including hollow piers YES
Haunching, spandrel and parapet walls YES
Linear/nonlinear structural materials YES
Load dispersal through a soil continuum YES
Linear/nonlinear structural materials YES
Train loading on one or more tracks YES

Other modelling / analysis requirements

Capability Add/edit outside wizard
Full nonlinear soil behaviour YES
Saddle repair YES
Helifix or Dywidag repairs YES
Staged construction or deconstruction YES
Remedial works YES
Rail load optimisation YES

Updated LNG Tank System

Overview

Released in Version 19.1, the LNG Tank System automates the creation of models for above ground full containment circular tanks. Automation of this highly complex task saves huge amounts of time and cost in the design phase.

The LNG tank system includes staged construction modelling, thermal and seismic analyses, spillage and design facilities to a variety of codes.
Trusted

Gas containment is an inherently risky business. We’ve been delivering LNG designs for decades through our consultancy services and software technologies. Rely on us to let you deliver your projects safely.
Trusted

Gas containment is an inherently risky business. We’ve been delivering LNG designs for decades through our consultancy services and software technologies. Rely on us to let you deliver your projects safely.
Efficient

Use the LNG tank system to model and design your tank. LUSAS holds your project parameters so that you can return to them for review and edit. 

Consider different design options quickly, ideal for preliminary design phases before moving to final design. Consider everything for your tank in one place. No need to pass data from other products.

Flexible

Models created by the LNG tank system can be modified to incorporate any project-specific requirements, such as temporary access arrangements, and to add further analyses for burnout etc.

Reports can be customised and output obtained using all the usual LUSAS facilities. 

Use for more than just LNG containment. The system can also be applied to propane and ethane. 
Flexible

Models created by the LNG tank system can be modified to incorporate any project-specific requirements, such as temporary access arrangements, and to add further analyses for burnout etc.

Reports can be customised and output obtained using all the usual LUSAS facilities. 

Use for more than just LNG containment. The system can also be applied to propane and ethane. 
Learn

New to LNG engineering? Use the LNG tank system to learn about the process of tank modelling and design.

Modelling / Analysis capabilities

Capability Provided by wizard
Thermo-mechanical analysis YES
Staged construction YES
Concrete creep and shrinkage YES
Spillage YES
Concrete cracking YES
Burnout, Fire YES
Impact, Blast YES

Design code coverage

Code-based loading or design check Design codes covered
Wind loading EN1991-1-4, ASCE and GB50009
Seismic loading EN1998/ACI350
RC check EN1992, ACI318 and GB50010
Recent developments

LNG Tank System developments since LUSAS Version 19.1 and available for use with Version 20 include:
  • Modelling of elevated tanks including isolator, pedestals, with raft and optionally piles
  • Automatic creation of piled foundations for above ground tanks
  • Spillage (thermal) analysis 
  • Wind loading to ASCE (USA) and GB51010 (China)
  • RC design to GB50009 (China)
  • Comprehensive design check reports in spreadsheets.
  • A range of pre-processing improvements