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LEAP RC-PIER Latest Release

New Features in LEAP RC-PIER v.8.0.0

  • RC-PIER v8.0.0 is updated to 2008 AASHTO Interim Code Specifications.

  • RC-PIER now has four shear methods. The new approach in the 2008 method (Beta Theta Equation) is added to the already available and simplified MCFT and Vci,Vcw method.

  • RC-PIER v8.0.0 now supports variable surcharge. Users can define the variable surcharge in the combined or pile footing.

  • California State specifications are now supported and include:

    • Computation of special Strength II and Fatigue I Limit States
    • Auto generation of LL, CE and BR considering the height above deck
    • Vehicle library has modifications and now considers Permit trucks P5-P15 and fatigue truck
    • Special computation of extreme event
    • Computation of combined shear and torsion using the new method to compute Vr
    • Reporting three highest capacity/demand ratio for column flexure
    • Bundled reinforcement library option
    • Input of reinforcement in flanges of bent cap (integral pier)

 

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