To *import from Rhino or Grasshopper into SAP2000*, models should first be [imported|kb:Import] into {new-tab-link:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industry_Foundation_Classes}Industry Foundation Classes{new-tab-link} (IFC), or another intermediate format. Models may then be imported from IFC into [SAP2000|sap2000:home].

A list of file formats suitable for import into SAP2000 is available within the software interface by selecting File > Import.

Model data may also be selectively imported on a table-by-table basis using [interactive database editing|kb:Interactive database editing], available through Edit > Interactive Database Editing.

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Direct import from Rhino into SAP2000 is not available.
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h1. 3rd-party Rhino/Grasshopper plugin to SAP2000

A 3rd-party [plugin|kb:Plugin] is available through the Geometry Gym website which enables import from Rhino or Grasshopper into SAP2000. {new-tab-link:http://www.csiberkeley.com/}CSI{new-tab-link} is not affiliated with the plugin developer, we do not endorse or promote its use, and we do not provide support for application of the plugin. A link is available below such that you may evaluate the plugin and apply it if you find it useful.

* {new-tab-link:http://geometrygym.blogspot.com/2010/10/update-to-rhinograsshopper-plugin-to.html}Rhino/Grasshopper plugin to SAP2000{new-tab-link}