Elasto-Plastic Analysis of Multi-Storey Building using BIM

The construction industry is moving towards digitalization, with greater amount of information being stored digitally. This development is being addressed by Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. BIM is process of creating virtual building model which is parametric in nature, supporting collaboration among different specialists, provides the ability to analyse the building in simulated 3-D environment. BIM is disruptive technology which enables faster, safer, less wasteful construction of structure thereby offers more cost effective, sustainable operation and maintenance. BIM has many inherent advantages but the employment of the same in structural engineering is limited. The present work is an effort to understand seismic analysis of building and concept of BIM jointly. This paper examines the performance evaluation of the (G+10) storey reinforced concrete (RC) frame building designed as per Indian code. Both linear elastic and nonlinear in-elastic responses of building is investigated. These structural responses are evaluated using the static analysis and the nonlinear static (pushover) procedures. Later, results of static and pushover analysis is compared with few parameters include base shear, roof displacement and ductility in the structure. Also, the role of BIM in structural engineering is assessed in order to determine its advantages. The interlinking of BIM with ETABS- structural analysis software is evaluated. Application of BIM such as visualization, clash coordination and material takeoff are also presented. The research work in this paper paves the way for future research into field of structural engineering in conjunction with BIM