DesignCalcs 2024.4.0.7820 Release Notes
Build 2024.4.0.7820
Release status - May 7, 2024
To access the latest DesignCalcs installation file, click DesignCalcs Download.
During installation, if an issue occurs with the Sentinel Run-Time Environment Installer, cancel the install and go to Installing or Updating the Windows Driver for the Hasp License for steps on how to complete a sentinel hasp installation. Once this is completed, install DesignCalcs again.
For a quick demo of the updates listed below, watch the following video:
New Features
The Konnect and Vessel Link export buttons have been added so users can export design files from DesignCalcs to Vessel Link or Konnect™, which are finite element analysis (FEA) design and analysis software from Paulin Research Group. DC-11398
The following updates have been made to the JSON export button:
Using the JSON export button, general improvements have been made for better exporting and importing from DesignCalcs to other CEI-owned software like Finglow and Paulin Research Group. FIN-624, CRTN-4635, DC-11351, DC-11592, DC-11920, DC-11907, DC-12127
General improvements have been made when exporting files using the JSON export button regarding the design conditions. DC-11696
General improvements have been made when exporting files using the JSON export button regarding heads. DC-11846
The JSON export button can now support custom flanges. DC-10714
The JSON export button can now support rated flanges. DC-10725
The JSON export button can now support studded outlets. DC-11494
The JSON export button can now support intermediate supports. DC-11241
The JSON export button can now support flange bolts and gaskets. DC-11153
The JSON export button can now support saddles. DC-10736
The JSON export button can now import shells and cones from other software into DesignCalcs. DC-11868, DC-11834, DC-11614
Issues Resolved
The report information assoicated with a fixed tubesheet design file has been updated to display the correct formulas. Previously, Steps 10 and 11 in the calculation displayed the incorrect decimal value as well as a missing multiplication symbol. DC-11459, DC-11938
Note: This defect only affected the information displayed in the report. The actual Pass/Fail analysis results generated by the software were not affected.
The system’s scaling properties have been updated to an enhanced mode for better visibility. Previously, the default setting caused display issues depending on a user’s personal resolution settings. DC-10687
Miscellaneous
When designing a head, the user can select the Ignore Appendix 1-4 Strength Penalty option in the MDMT/Misc tab. After selecting this option, a warning message is now displayed to inform users this action may not support ASME code requirements for heads. DC-11668