Prose Documentation¶
Welcome to the Prose documentation. Learn how to create projects, define structures, and calculate loads using our ASCE 7-16 calculation engine.
Getting Started¶
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Project Creation
Learn how to create and configure new projects in Prose, including setting up risk categories and project parameters.
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Structure Creation
Define structural elements, members, and connections for your building design projects.
Load Calculations¶
Calculate various load types according to ASCE 7-16 standards for comprehensive structural analysis.
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Dead Loads
Calculate permanent structural and non-structural loads based on material densities and building components.
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Live Loads
Determine occupancy and use-based loads for floors, roofs, and other structural elements.
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Snow Loads
Calculate balanced, unbalanced, and drift snow loads for various roof configurations.
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Rain Loads
Analyze rain loads and ponding effects on roofs with various drainage configurations.
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Wind Loads
Calculate MWFRS and component wind loads using directional and envelope procedures.
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Seismic Loads
Determine seismic design criteria and calculate earthquake forces for your structure.
Guides¶
Task-based guides and reference materials for efficient workflow.
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Common Workflows
Step-by-step guides for typical structural engineering tasks, from project setup to complete load analysis.
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Quick Reference
Condensed reference tables for navigation paths, code sections, equations, and common parameters.
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Troubleshooting
Solutions for common issues across all load calculation modules.
Need Help?¶
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