Wind Analysis
Wind pressure calculations for enclosed/open buildings
Beta module: functional, with verification in progress.
Code references
Inputs
| Parameter | Unit |
|---|---|
| City | — |
| Exposure Category | — |
| Building Height | m |
| Building Width (B) | m |
| Building Length (L) | m |
| Enclosure Class | — |
Runs in the Insha by Schnell workspace. Verified calculators return explicit pass / fail / warning results with a clause trail.
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Insha by Schnell is in beta. All calculator outputs require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission to MOMRA, Civil Defense, MODON, the Royal Commission, or site execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Wind Analysis calculator do?
- Wind pressure calculations for enclosed/open buildings. It references SBC 301 Ch.26-30 (Saudi Code for Structural Design Loads, Seismic, and Wind).
- Which Saudi Building Code references does the Wind Analysis calculator use?
- The Wind Analysis calculator references SBC 301 Ch.26-30 (Saudi Code for Structural Design Loads, Seismic, and Wind).
- What inputs does the Wind Analysis calculator need?
- The Wind Analysis calculator takes 6 inputs: City, Exposure Category, Building Height (m), Building Width (B) (m), Building Length (L) (m), Enclosure Class.
- Is the Wind Analysis calculator verified?
- Wind Analysis is a beta module. It works, but verification is still in progress. Its results carry documented limitations and require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission or site execution.