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Inaccurate finite element models and disconnected nodes/elements in the cross frame can occur if the entered station values are not >= the girder start station or <= the girder end station. This can cause stability issues in the finite element model. To ensure correct station input, users should select the start/end options from the station input. This approach is especially recommended for cross frames located at the beginning or end of girders.
Has middle gusset Plate?[Yes/No]: Choose "Yes" if there is a gusset plate at the overlapping section of the X. The image below does not depict a gusset plate in the middle.
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Sections
Top Chord Section - Bottom Chord Section - Diagonal Chord Section:
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The parameters listed below are exclusively used employed for 3D representation and are integrated into the gusset plate code section of the cross frame code check object's design process. They do not have any impact on design or introduce any additional stiffness into the finite element analysis at present.. Nonetheless, if you choose to perform load computations based on the stiffener and gusset plates, they will impact the weight calculatio
Select Bottom Plate Geometry:
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The parameters listed below are exclusively used employed for 3D representation and . They do not have any impact on design or finite element analysis at presentintroduce any additional stiffness into the finite element analysis. Nonetheless, if you choose to perform load computations based on the stiffener and gusset plates, they will impact the weight calculation.
vertical stiffener thickness [in]:
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