CSI Perform3D 10.1.0

Features of CSI Perform3D 10.1.0:

• Dedicated Nonlinear Analysis: Specialized software specifically designed for advanced nonlinear analysis of structures, primarily for performance-based design.
• Comprehensive Material Models: Extensive library of nonlinear material models for concrete, steel, masonry, and other materials, including degradation and hysteretic behavior.
• Component-Based Modeling: Focus on defining nonlinear properties at the component level (e.g., hinges in beams/columns, shear walls, braces, dampers).
• Pushover Analysis: Robust capabilities for conducting static pushover analysis to determine structural capacity and failure mechanisms.
• Nonlinear Time-History Analysis: Advanced algorithms for performing nonlinear time-history analysis using ground motion records, crucial for realistic seismic response.
• Performance Evaluation: Tools for evaluating structural performance against defined performance objectives (e.g., immediate occupancy, life safety, collapse prevention).
• Damping Systems: Modeling of various damping devices, including viscous dampers, friction dampers, and yielding dampers.
• Base Isolation Systems: Advanced options for modeling seismic base isolation systems.
• Damage Index Calculation: Capabilities to track and calculate damage indices for structural components.
• Post-processing and Visualization: Powerful post-processing tools to visualize nonlinear response, deformation, forces, and plastic hinge formation.
• User-Defined Elements: Flexibility to define custom nonlinear force-deformation relationships for various structural components.
• Reporting: Generate detailed reports on analysis results, component behavior, and performance assessments.

System Requirements (Estimated for CSI Perform3D 10.1.0):

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit recommended), Windows 8.1 (64-bit), Windows 7 SP1 (64-bit).
• Processor: Intel i7/i9 or AMD equivalent (recommended: multi-core processor, 2.5 GHz or faster, modern architecture). Perform3D benefits significantly from multiple cores.
• RAM: 16 GB minimum (recommended: 32 GB or more for large, complex models, and long duration nonlinear time-history analyses).
• Disk Space: 5 GB or more of available disk space for installation, models, and extensive analysis results (recommended: NVMe SSD for optimal performance).
• Display: 1280 x 1024 resolution (recommended: 1920 x 1080 or higher with a high-performance dedicated graphics card).
• Graphics Card: Dedicated graphics card with 2 GB VRAM (recommended: NVIDIA GeForce GTX/RTX series or AMD Radeon RX series with 4 GB VRAM or more, DirectX 11 compatible).
• Internet Connection: Required for license activation and updates.
• Additional Software: Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8 or later, Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables (usually handled by the installer).

Perform3D is a highly specialized and computationally intensive software. Nonlinear analysis, especially time-history with complex models, demands significant processing power and substantial RAM. High-end hardware is essential for efficient use.