RFEM
 Visualized deformations of an office block in RFEM | |
| Developer(s) | Dlubal Software GmbH |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 5.xx |
| Operating system | Windows |
| Type | CAD/CAE/FEM |
| Website | RFEM 5.xx |
RFEM is a 3D finite element analysis software working under Microsoft Windows computer operating systems. RFEM can be used for structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, timber, glass and membrane structures as well as for plant and mechanical engineering or dynamic analysis.
RFEM is used by more than 7,000 engineers[1] and universities[2] worldwide. Within the research project "Thermal Imaging and Structural Analysis of Sandstone Monuments in Angkor" RFEM was used to create numerical models and carry out a structural analysis.[3]
BIM Integration
RFEM offers numerous interfaces for data exchange within the BIM process. All relevant building data is digitally maintained within a three-dimensional model, which then is used throughout all of the planning stages. As a result, the various CAD and structural analysis programs are using the same model, which is directly transferred between the programs.
Besides direct interfaces to Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit Structure, Autodesk Structural Detailing, Bentley Systems applications (ISM) and Tekla Structures, RFEM has interfaces for Industry Foundation Classes, CIS/2 and others.
Materials and cross-section libraries
RFEM's library of materials includes various types of concrete, metal, timber, glass, foil, gas and soil.
RFEM's cross-section library includes rolled, built-up, thin-walled and thick-walled cross-sections for steel, concrete and timber.
References
- ↑ "About Us - Dlubal Software". dlubal.com. 2013-09-30. Retrieved 2013-10-09.
- ↑ "Structural Analysis Software for Schools - Dlubal Software". dlubal.com. 2013-09-30. Retrieved 2013-10-09.
- ↑ 14. Červenec 2011. "Podíl na záchraně kamenných monumentů v Angkoru má také firma Dlubal - Technika a trh". Technikaatrh.cz. Retrieved 2013-10-09.