This section focuses on the design of gravity beamsThe beam design process is divided into two categories: gravity beams and lateral beams. The design procedure for lateral beams differs from that of gravity beams because it takes into account the effects of axial load.
Design Summary
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In this section, the "Last Analysis Time" is reported to provide you with information about the most recent analysis performed on the beams (Figure 1). This allows you to verify that the beam analysis results available are up-to-date and reflect any recent changes or modifications made to the model.
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In the context of beam design, the analysis source to be considered during the verification process is indicated in the corresponding cell labeled "Analysis Source". The selection and handling of the analysis source in the code check process are explained in detail in the section titled "Revisiting Code Check Templates with a Special Focus on Beams" section.
🔬 Revisiting Code Check Templates with a Special Focus on Beams
Under the "Design Criteria" section, you can navigate to the "Code Check Templates" subsection. Once there, you will find a spreadsheet that displays a collection of imported code check templates (as shown in Figure 3d).
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The analysis source that will be considered during the verification process is indicated in the column cell labeled "Analysis Source". The selection and treatment of the analysis source in the code check process are explained in detail in the part “Revisiting “Revisiting Code Check Templates with a Special Focus on Beams”.
The drop-down menu in these cells allows you to select the beam code check template that are applied to the beam. These templates determine the specific design criteria and code checks that are used for the beam. For more information about “Code Check Template” parameter, please refer to the sections:
"Revisiting Code Check Templates with a Special Focus on Beams”.Beams",
"Code Check Templates", and "Design Criteria".
The reported DC (Demand-Capacity) ratio in beam design reflects the most critical scenario and represents the envelope value of the design.
When the design state of a beam reflects a "failed" situation and is accompanied by the term "Compatibility," it indicates that the beam is not suitable to function as a "b" within the structural design. In other words, it does not meet the necessary design criteria and requirements to serve its intended purpose.
For more detailed information about the code check compatibility checks, it is recommended to refer to the section “Basic Compatibility Checks” under “Code Check Objects: Main Considerations”.
The "Design State" cell in the spreadsheet displays the status of the beam design. If it shows "No Reinforcement," it means that the beam rebar templates need to be defined in the "Beam Reinforcements" section.