Comparative Analysis of G+1 Building Using E-Tab and Staad Pro Software

Structural analysis and design play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, stability, and durability of buildings. With the advancement of computer technology, structural engineering has increasingly relied on specialized software to perform complex calculations and analysis efficiently. Among the commonly used structural analysis programs, STAAD.Pro and ETABS are widely used in the design and analysis of building structures. These software tools enable engineers to model structures, apply loads, analyze structural behavior, and design structural members according to standard design codes. This study focuses on the comparative analysis of a G+1 building structure using STAAD.Pro and ETABS software. The primary objective of the study is to review and compare the analysis capabilities, modeling procedures, and structural outputs generated by the two software programs. The comparison includes important structural parameters such as bending moment, shear force, axial force, displacement, and support reactions obtained from the analysis of the building model. The review also examines previously published research studies related to structural analysis using these software platforms. By analyzing different research works, the study highlights similarities and differences in the results produced by STAAD.Pro and ETABS. The literature indicates that both software tools provide reliable structural analysis results when proper modeling techniques and load conditions are applied. However, ETABS is generally considered more suitable for building structures because of its specialized features for modeling beams, columns, slabs, and shear walls, while STAAD.Pro offers flexibility for analyzing a wide variety of structural systems. The findings of this study help civil engineering students and structural engineers understand the advantages, limitations, and practical applications of both software tools in structural analysis. The comparative approach also assists in selecting appropriate software for efficient structural design of buildings.