Beam Design Parameters tab


The Design Parameters tab provides the options you use to enter details required for the design of the beam. This tab consists of 6 areas.

Graphic area 1

This area contains the graphical representation of the beam. The area gives information on the number of forces, number of supports and support type for the current information provided.

Graphic area 2

This area contains the graphical representation of section type and the parameters that define the size and shape of the section.

Beam parameters

Use this area to define the parameters for the section like section type, section length and other dimensions. This area also displays the results related to geometry of the section.

Supports

Use this area to edit the support type and location of supports on the beam.

Loads

Use this area to define number of forces, various components of each force and their location on the beam.

Material

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