3 HOURS TRAINING:

Parametric Design with IDEA StatiCa

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Learn parametric design—from native IDEA StatiCa functionality to advanced Python scripting or Rhino 3D with Grasshopper!

For users who want to extend IDEA StatiCa with flexible, data-driven workflows.

Learn to create parametric templates, connect with Rhino/Grasshopper, and use Python scripting and the API for automated design studies. Includes practical examples and guidance on verifying results.

  • Introduction to Parametric design

    • Why? What can you achieve

    • Available methods

    • Examples focused on steel, also cover concrete briefly!

    Basic parametric design in the Connection app: Creating parametric templates using Developer Mode

    Using Rhino Grasshopper with IDEA StatiCa

    • What is Rhino 3D, and what is Grasshopper

    • How to connect Rhino and IDEA StatiCa

    • Example and workshop

    Getting started with Python scripting

    • Enabling parametric control in IDEA StatiCa

    • IDEA StatiCa API

    • Veryfying results after parametric studies

    Discussion and next steps

  • This course is for IDEA StatiCa users with some experience who wants to take full advantage of the opportunities with parametric modeling.

    It is not necessary to know Python or other scripting/programming languages but users must be interested in working “under the hood” of the software and be creative!

  • This course is offered as live online training via Microsoft Teams.

    Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the instructor, ask questions, and receive personalized feedback, ensuring an interactive and comprehensive learning experience!

    Language: The course will be conducted in Norwegian, Danish, or English, depending on the participants' nationality, allowing for real-time interaction and tailored instruction that ensures a thorough and practical understanding of the material.

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TUTORIAL:

Parametric design in IDEA StatiCa - Offshore structure example

In this video guide and tutorial, Lukas Juricek from IDEA StatiCa demonstrates how to run a parametric study on a stiffened steel connection (offshore structure example) using the software’s Developer Mode aand REST API.

By linking a Python script to an IDEA StatiCa model, engineers can automate design iterations, identify optimal dimensions (like plate thicknesses), and reduce manual trial-and-error.