OpenSees Tutorial

What is OpenSees?

• A software framework for simulation applications in earthquake engineering using finite element methods. OpenSees is not a code.
• A communication mechanism for exchanging and building upon research accomplishments.
• As open-source software, it has the potential for a community code for earthquake engineering.

OpenSees User Manual, Examples Manual

OpenSees Command Language Manual

OpenSees Examples, Link

Basic Examples Manual, Link

OpenSees Examples Manual -- Structural Models & Anlyses, Link

Simulating a Centrifuge Test using the OpenSees Framework, link

Time History Analysis of a 2D Elastic Cantilever Column, link

Lateral Loads -- Cyclic Lateral Load, link

Example 4. Portal Frame, link

OpenSees Github

OpenSee 2012 - Geotechnical Modeling: Youtube