Can we use the output file before the analysis is finished?

[PedReb]

Hi again.

I need some help because I'm in a punching problem.

I put a big load (100 kPa), I apply it 1 by 1 kPa and I will create an output file using recorder command.
The problem is that I need to know the force in a beam for each kPa but can we use the output file before the total load is applied?
For example: can I read the reaction, in the recorder file, in a beam when I just have 25 kPa applied?

Thanks for your help.

[evxjr]

the recorder command only writes the data to a file after the analysis is finished when either a wipe or exit command is given.

If you want the results during the analysis then you can use the eleResponse command.

http://opensees.berkeley.edu/wiki/index ... se_Command

This gives the results for the current time step