Etabs Mass Summary By Story Better [patched] -

The table provides the cumulative and individual mass for each story based on the Mass Source defined in your model. It typically includes: UX, UY, UZ : Total mass in the X, Y, and Z directions.

For the best results, ensure your is defined via Define > Mass Source . To avoid double-counting, don't check "Element Self Mass" if you are also including a Dead Load pattern with a 1.0 multiplier in your load list. etabs mass summary by story better

: Since story drift is computed at the center of mass, having a clean, story-by-story mass breakdown is critical for verifying that your building stays within the strict 0.020h0.020 h 0.025h0.025 h seismic limits. 3. Better Troubleshooting of Mass Discrepancies The table provides the cumulative and individual mass