In order to get code calculations the RISA-3D and RISA-2D programs need to know what type of shape would be most similar to yours. This is because the program needs to use the correct code equations for your shape type.

RISASection 2.0 includes the ability to assign your section as one of the predefined hot rolled steel Shape Types (Wide Flange, Channel, Tube, etc.).

The latest version of RISASection, includes a powerful new DXF import feature. This feature allows the user to import any 2D geometry into RISASection for the calculation of the cross-sectional properties.

Modeling built-up or composite sections can easily be done in RISASection.

In order to model built-up or composite sections, RISASection includes the Property Multiplier, an input value which specifies the relative weight of the shape’s modulus of elasticity to that of the overall section.