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The computer program SAFE and all associated documentation are proprietary and copyrighted products. Worldwide rights of ownership rest with Computers and Structures, Inc. Unlicensed use of the program or reproduction of the documentation in any form, without prior written authorization from Computers and Structures, Inc., is explicitly prohibited. Further information and copies of this documentation may be obtained from: Computers and Structures, Inc. 1995 University Avenue Berkeley, California 94704 USA Phone: (510) 845-2177 FAX: (510) 845-4096 e-mail: info@csiberkeley.com (for general questions) e-mail: support@csiberkeley.com (for technical support questions) web: www.csiberkeley.com
Copyright Computers and Structures, Inc., 1978-2004. The CSI Logo is a registered trademark of Computers and Structures, Inc. SAFE and CSiDETAILER are trademarks of Computers and Structures, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. AutoCAD is a registered trademark of Autodesk, Inc.
DISCLAIMER
CONSIDERABLE TIME, EFFORT AND EXPENSE HAVE GONE INTO THE DEVELOPMENT AND DOCUMENTATION OF SAFE. THE PROGRAM HAS BEEN THOROUGHLY TESTED AND USED. IN USING THE PROGRAM, HOWEVER, THE USER ACCEPTS AND UNDERSTANDS THAT NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY THE DEVELOPERS OR THE DISTRIBUTORS ON THE ACCURACY OR THE RELIABILITY OF THE PROGRAM. THE USER MUST EXPLICITLY UNDERSTAND THE ASSUMPTIONS OF THE PROGRAM AND MUST INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY THE RESULTS.
SAFE
Contents
Basic Modes, Drawing Tools, Mouse Pointers, Coordinate Systems and Grids
Objective Select or Draw Coordinate Systems and Grids 3-1 3-1 3-3
Begin a Model
Objective Create a Basic Grid System Begin a Model Using Templates Save the Model 4-1 4-2 4-4 4-6
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Selection Methods Selection Commands Deselect Command Get Previous Selection Command Clear Selection 6-1 6-3 6-4 6-4 6-4
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SAFE
Chapter 1
Program Description
This chapter briefly describes the program and some of the concepts involved in its use.
This is SAFE
SAFE is a powerful tool for the analysis and design of concrete slabs and basemats. For the first time, modeling, analysis, and design are all integrated in an easy-to-use object-based program that can handle simple or complex slabs and foundations. Seamless integration with CSiDETAILER provides for the automated generation of detail drawings. SAFE may be used as a stand-alone application, or may be used in conjunction with ETABS to complete detailed analysis and design of floor plates created in ETABS. The basic approach for using SAFE is very straightforward. The user establishes grid lines, places structural objects relative to the grid lines using points, lines and areas, and assigns loads and structural properties to those structural objects. Analysis and design are then performed based on
This is SAFE
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the structural elements and their assignments. Results are generated in graphical or tabular form that can be printed to a printer or to a file for use in other programs. In using the program, you manage the File, Edit the model, change the View, Define properties or load cases, Draw something new in the model, Select that something, Assign properties or loads, Analyze the model, Display analysis results for checking, Design the structure, and apply various Options to achieve the desired outcome with optimum effort. Those actions are the basis for the program menu structure. Thus, familiarity with the menu commands and their function is key to expanding your ability to use SAFE. The subsequent chapters of this manual describe each of the menu commands in greater detail. Familiarity with the submenus will enable the user to create models for complex Flat Slabs with Openings, Slabs with Beams, Footings and Mats.
SAFE Menu Commands: