STAAD's full form is Structural Analysis and Design. STAAD Pro is one of the popular software that is used for analyzing & designing structures like – buildings, towers, bridges, industrial, transportation, and utility structures. STAAD.Pro allows engineers to create accurate 3D models, apply complex loading conditions, and run detailed structural analyses, including static, dynamic, linear, and nonlinear analyses. It provides robust tools for design optimization and documentation, all within a user-friendly graphical interface or scripting environment.
3D Structural Modeling: Build and manipulate structural geometry using nodes, beams, plates, and solid elements.
Multi-Code Design Support: Complies with over 90 international design codes (e.g., AISC, Eurocode, IS, BS, AS).
Analysis Types: Linear static, nonlinear, buckling, seismic (response spectrum and time history), wind load, pushover, and dynamic analysis.
Load Generation: Automated wind, seismic, and snow load generation based on code requirements.
Design Modules: Integrated modules for steel, concrete, and foundation design.
Interoperability: Integrates with other Bentley tools (e.g., RAM, ProStructures, OpenBuildings) and supports data exchange with Revit, AutoCAD, and Excel.
STAAD.Pro Advanced: Includes additional finite element capabilities, dynamic loading, and meshing features for complex analysis.