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Assign a section for the top, bottom, or diagonal chord, which can be imported from the AISC database by users. The data associated with this section is used section data will be utilized for the 3D model of the object ; however, the finite element model of the object will be generated regardless of whether the sections are defined or notand will directly influence the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Finite Element Model (FEM).
Top Chord Section:
Bottom Chord Section:
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The parameters listed below are employed used 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 introduce 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. While gusset plates do not have finite element model (FEM) and do not provide additional stiffness to the elements, they can still be applied as weight loads and used for code checks, depending on user-defined settings and specifications.
Top Gusset Plate: Gusset plates that exist under Superstructure > Connections can be assigned to the related column.
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The parameters listed below are employed used for 3D representation. They While cross-frame stiffeners do not have finite element models (FEM) and do not introduce any provide 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 calculationthe elements, they can still be applied as weight loads, depending on user-defined settings and specifications.
Stiffener Used [YES/NO]:
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