Getting started: Overview
GSA enables engineers to create, analyse, and refine structural models for both analysis and design. With GSA you can:
- Build models and apply loads or actions to simulate real-world conditions.
- Analyse the structural response and view results in various formats, including tables, charts, diagrams, and contour plots.
After creating a model, you can edit it directly in the graphics window or through tabular data views. The specific data required may vary based on the type of analysis you’re running.
How to use this guide
This documentation is divided into the following sections:
- Tutorials: Step by step guides and videos covering basics
- Explanations: In-depth explanations of essential topics in GSA.
- How-to guides: Advanced, step-by-step instructions for specific features.
- References and theory: Detailed resources on GSA’s features and underlying concepts.
Contents
This getting started section introduces key components in GSA, including: