Python and OpenSees

StructPlus software is capable of performing linear analyses using its internal solver. It can generate matrices for frame and plate systems and solve large-scale matrices using Intel-based infrastructure.

For nonlinear analyses, it utilizes the Python version of OpenSees. OpenSees is an open-source software framework developed at UC Berkeley. Follow the steps below to set up this infrastructure:

1. Download and Install StructPlus
2. Download and Install Python 3.12.10 (Do not install a newer version; uninstall if already present)
   Ensure that the options 'Install launcher for all users' and 'Add Python X.X to PATH' are checked:
   
3. Run the Command Prompt (CMD).
   
4. To install OpenSees, run the command py -m pip install openseespy in the Command Prompt.
   
5. Verify the installation by entering the commands highlighted in blue.