2 dynamic time history analysis in a row

[marie]

Hi,

I'd like to ask whether it is possible to run 2 dynamic time history in a row? (i.e the second dynamic time history analysis applies to a structure that is already yield/damaged due to the first dynamic time history analysis, without any repair to the structure.)

Thank you and regards,

[seismosoft]

Yes, of course, please do read the Help System of the program.

Seismosoft Support

[ruthchek]

I am trying to find out how to solve this same problem. Can anyone who is familiar with the program offer any suggestions on how to do this without combining my records outside of the program?

I have reviewed the program help file, but can't find any reference to this question.

[seismosoft]

Hi,

You may try defining a second node with the same coordinates, that is then rigid-linked to the first, applying record 1 to the first node and record 2 to second one.

A more complete answer to this issue is given in http://www.seismosoft.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=367.

Seismosoft Support