Using the Beam module


This part of the help document provides you with the details on usage of the Beam module.

The design of beam starts with specifying the following details.

Section Type: A section can take one of the following shapes:

Note:

When you choose the section type as circular, rectangular or square, you are provided with a Hollow option. This option allows you to define the cutout or hole in the section.

You can choose the type of section from the Section Type option from the Beam Parameters area. Provide the dimensional details of each section through the remaining options in this area.

The above details will give the beam, its overall shape and size. The next task is to edit the location and type of supports and also specify the number of forces and its components.

By default the beam is of simply supported type. Use the Remove button to delete the support. Beam with only one support is always fixed. The location of the support can be controlled through the Distance option provided in the Supports area. This area also provides the option to toggle the support type between hinge and fixed, when there are two supports.

By default the beam is applied with a single force at the center. Use the Add button from the Loads area to add more number of forces. The location and the properties of a force can be controlled through options provided in Loads area.

Use the Material button to select the material of the beam.

This completes the definition of input parameters for the design of a beam. Switch to the Calculated Results tab or click on the Calculate button to calculate the results.

Use the Create button to create 3D model of beam.

Use the Reports button to save all selected Options , Input parameters, Calculated Results & Calculated Geometry.

Beam module Beam Design Parameters tab

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