Russian Scientists Develop Software to Calculate Foundation Settlement
The new tool is designed to replace foreign software, speed up construction and improve building reliability.
Researchers at Perm National Research Polytechnic University have developed Russia’s first software program that automatically and with high precision calculates the settlement of building foundations in full compliance with domestic standards. The solution makes it possible to move away from manual calculations and foreign software that does not account for Russian regulations.
Layer-by-Layer Summation Method
Modern construction demands long-term durability and structural stability, especially in areas with complex soil conditions and dense urban development. The key lies in accurately predicting how a building’s foundation will behave under load. Errors made at the design stage can lead to deformations and even accidents years later.
Until now, Russian engineers have often been forced to rely on foreign software not adapted to national standards, or to perform time-consuming calculations by hand. This increased design timelines and added risk.
The new software module, which integrates into widely used design systems such as AutoCAD and nanoCAD, addresses this challenge. It automatically performs all calculations using the layer-by-layer summation method and takes groundwater levels into account.
Assessing Foundations Worldwide
The digital transformation of the construction industry is gaining a powerful new tool to ensure strict compliance with national standards. The software has been tested using real geological data and has demonstrated high efficiency.
The adoption of this technology lays the groundwork for a new generation of Russian engineering software. Such tools are expected to be more affordable than foreign alternatives, better suited to specific tasks and to strengthen technological sovereignty in the critically important field of construction safety.
