SketchStruct

This is a plugin written for Google Sketchup to perform structural analysis. Currently the plugin is limited to pin jointed trusses but the fully developed version of the plugin will include rigid jointed 3d frames with various loading conditions

Features

pin jointed truss analysis of any static structure (2D)
integration within Google Sketchup

Project Samples

Placing of mid-span loads (UDL, PL Moment..)

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License

GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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Additional Project Details

Intended Audience

Engineering

User Interface

Plugins

Programming Language

Ruby

Related Categories

Ruby Mechanical and Civil Engineering Software

Registered

2012-04-05

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