Structural analysis of steel, concrete & timber
Diamonds is a
3D FEM software
Diamonds is BuildSoft’s flagship 3D finite element analysis (FEA) software for structural engineers, used to model, calculate, and design steel, concrete, and timber structures according to Eurocode, AISC, and ACI. It combines a short learning curve with the depth needed for advanced analysis, fire resistance, seismic design, dynamics, so both new and experienced engineers can go from a 3D model to a checked, optimized design without switching tools.
Design Features
Steel
Concrete
Timber
Connections
On executing the Eurocode or AISC steel resistance and buckling verifications, the appropriate cross-section classification is taken into account. Buckling lengths and lateral torsional buckling supports are specified in no time or automatically calculated. Based on these checks Diamonds performs a cross-section optimization.
Diamonds calculates the optimal reinforcement solution according to Eurocode and ACI. This serves as a starting point for a practical reinforcement definition. You can then calculate cracked deflections and crack widths for bar and plate elements or verify punching for plates and footings. For beams, complete reinforcement drawings can be generated with ConCrete Plus.
Diamonds calculates the deflection with creep effects, based on the service class. On executing the Eurocode timber verifications, buckling lengths and lateral torsional buckling supports are taken into account. These can be user-assigned or automatically calculated. Based on these unity check verifications Diamonds calculates the most optimal cross-sections.
Select the appropriate nodes in the 3D analysis model, and Diamonds will automatically create the connection model and complete it with the relevant load data in PowerConnect. Once the connection is designed and optimized, you automatically return to Diamonds with a connection design resistance and stiffness diagram.
*Supported Eurocode Annexes: BE, BA, DK, ES, FR, GB, HR, LT, LU, ME, NL, NO, PL, RO, RS. Click here for a full overview of supported codes.
Fast and easy structural analysis with Diamonds
Input
In spite of its power and completeness, Diamonds is easy to use thanks to its intuitive user interface. The graphic input does not only mean an enormous save of time, but you also lower the risk of making mistakes, thanks to the permanent visual control over the model.
Your learning curve is short – guaranteed, in no time you are up and running with Diamonds. You will soon be assessing the impact of specific design changes on structural behaviour and use the available analysis results to optimize the economy of your designs.
Analysis
Diamonds’ analysis engine is based on the robust and powerful PARDISO sparse solver technology. Combining high speed performance with minimal memory usage, Diamonds will solve both simple 2D and complex 3D structural analysis models in no time.
Report
Thanks to the unique sub-reports concept, you can quickly compose a complete and well-structured custom report. Simply define the appropriate model orientation and visibility for each individual sub-report. Diamonds produces for you a table of contents based on the heading of one or multiple sub-reports. Reports can be printed out directly (with preview mode) or can be saved for MS Word.
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Advanced analysis
Fire resistance
Crane loads/load trains
Seismics
Dynamics
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FAQ
What is Diamonds used for?
Diamonds is used for structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, and timber buildings and structures, from a single beam or column to full 3D models of complex buildings, including integrated connection design via PowerConnect.
What design codes does Diamonds support?
Steel design to Eurocode 3 and AISC-LRFD, concrete design to Eurocode 2 and ACI, timber design to Eurocode 5, and connection design to Eurocode 3-1-8 and AISC-LRFD, with national annexes for Belgium, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and several other countries. Full overview of supported codes.
How long does it take to learn Diamonds?
Most engineers are productive within their first few projects thanks to the graphic input and permanent visual model control, no need for a lengthy onboarding before you can start checking real designs.
How much does a Diamonds license cost?
Pricing depends on the configuration (2D, 3D, modules like fire or seismic analysis) and license type. You can buy directly through the webshop, or request a custom quote if you’re not sure what configuration you need.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, Diamonds offers a fully functional 30-day free trial, no credit card required.
Licenses and Pricing
You can buy your Diamonds license online via our webshop below.
Are you looking for an other configuration or you are not sure about what you need? Fill out our quote form to get a custom Diamonds quote and we will get back to you soon.
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