
Ramps (CYPECAD module)
The new CYPECAD ramp module analyses and designs slabs for ramps as isolated elements of the structure. Depending on the geometry, type and layout of the supports and applied gravity loads, the program determines the reactions and applies them as loads on the main structure, resulting in linear loads in the loadcases of dead loads and live loads.
New modules

The program resolves ramp cores formed by spans arranged between floors. Each span is made up of one or several elements of one of the types listed below:
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Straight flight
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Curved flight
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Horizontal span - Quarter turn
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Horizontal span - Half turn



New features common to CYPE programs
New method for connecting applications to the BIMserver.center platform
The mode of communication between Open BIM applications and the BIMserver.center collaborative work platform has changed. In previous versions, the applications used the "BIMserver.center Sync" tool to upload and download the files of the contributions associated with the project from the platform. This tool was downloaded from the BIMserver.center platform or installed together with the installation of the platform applications if users so desired.
From version 2024.a onwards, applications are now able to work directly with BIMserver.center without an intermediary. That is, without the need for the "BIMserver.center Sync" tool.
This modification will improve the performance and efficiency of Open BIM applications significantly. By removing this dependency, the applications have more autonomy and the waiting times for communication between BIMserver.center Sync and the program have been considerably reduced. The process of downloading contributions has also been optimised, as users no longer need to obtain the entire content of a project from BIMserver.center in order to work, but only the contributions to be read.
The way of authenticating a BIMserver.center user in the applications has also been modified. Now, this process is carried out within the BIMserver.center web platform. To do this, the application with which the user is working will run the user's default browser when the "Login" button is pressed. When the credentials are entered, or after opening the browser if the user is already connected to the platform, an authorisation page will be displayed. This page details the resources the application is requesting access to and two buttons for granting or denying this access.
The authorisation must be carried out for each application. Once access has been granted, it is saved for the next time the program is run and there is no need to perform this process again for that application.

As well as performance improvements, changes have been made to the user interface of the Open BIM applications regarding the connection to BIMserver.center.
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The "Connect to BIMserver.center" window now includes a "Configuration" button. Clicking it launches a menu from which you can edit the "File directory stored in local cache". This is the path where the files that make up the contributions will be downloaded when working with them from the applications. In previous versions, this location could be selected from the BIMserver.center Sync tool.

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The appearance of the "Project selection" window has been modified.

Implementation. NSRM-2021 (City of Managua - Nicaragua)
Norma sismorresistente para la ciudad de Managua (2021)
Implemented in CYPECAD and CYPE 3D.
Furthermore, the "Limit drift between floors due to seismic action" has been implemented in CYPECAD for this code. In version 2023.e, this limit was implemented for other seismic codes that were already in the program in that version. More information on the limit drift between floors due to seismic action can be found in this new feature.
CYPE Architecture
Implementation. NSRM-2021 (City of Managua - Nicaragua)
A new entry mode has been implemented for walls, curtain walls and louvres, allowing sketch lines to be selected as baselines.
It also allows users to select multiple sketch lines, speeding up the process of entering these elements.

Improved column entry
As of version 2024.b, columns can be entered using two methods:
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Columns: Individual entry
Allows users to enter columns in the job one at a time by point or by sketch line. Entering with this method allows the columns to be rotated from an axis where the rotation of the column will be specified. This rotation is maintained for entering successive columns.
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Columns: Multiple entry using sketch line
Allows users to enter several columns at the same time using sketch lines. This can be done with rotation by selecting the rotation angle by means of two points.

Slope formation by sketch surface area
As of version 2024.b, CYPE Architecture allows the "Slope formation" element to be entered by sketch surface area. To do this, first, select the surface area of the sketch and then select the point where the drain is located.

Adjustments of vertical and horizontal elements
The "Adjust vertical elements" and "Adjust horizontal elements" tools have been implemented in the "Building elements" section. They allow users to change the adjustment (to the right, to the left or centred) of one or more horizontal or vertical elements with respect to their entry line.
These tools work with elements that allow for adjustment in their entry: walls, curtain walls, louvres, railings and floor slabs.
To change the setting of one or more elements, select the new setting to be used and then select the elements to be adjusted.

Open BIM Construction Systems
Thermal transmittance per surface area in fittings
As of version 2024.b of Open BIM Construction Systems, the thermal transmittance of a fitting can now be defined not only by an average value but also by a surface area table. To do this, the "Thermal transmittance" field in the "Technical data" associated with windows and skylights now has the "Average value" and "Surface area table" options available. By selecting the "Surface area table" option, a table is displayed where the nodes that make up the fitting can be entered together with their surface areas and thermal transmittance values. When the surface area table is accepted, the average thermal transmittance value will be calculated automatically.
CYPECAD
Stairs and ramps. Editing reinforcement
In the "Stairs" and "Ramps" menus, the "Edit reinforcement" option has been implemented. With this option, users can edit the diameter and spacing of the top and bottom reinforcement in each section. Once modified, a check is made to see if the reinforcement provided is sufficient. Should any of the reinforcement not be sufficient, the corresponding warnings are displayed.



Ramps. Initial screed and elevation change
Users can now enter an initial screed and elevation change in the desired ramp sections.