Flac3D vs SAP2000
A side-by-side look at Flac3D and SAP2000. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
Flac3D
Flac3D is an open-source finite element analysis software for numerical modeling of geotechnical applications such as underground excavations, slope stability, and foundation settlement. It allows 3D analyses of soil and rock masses using continuum or discontinuum material models.
SAP2000
SAP2000 is a structural analysis and design software primarily used by civil and structural engineers for things like analysis, design, and retrofitting of steel, concrete, timber, and aluminum structures. It has capabilities for modeling structures like buildings, industrial plants, bridges, stadiums, tunnels, culverts, dams, retaining walls, embedded structures etc.