Column Design Parameters tab


The Design Parameters tab provides the options you use to enter details required for the design of the column. This tab consists of 5 areas.

Graphics area

Contains graphical representation of section type and the parameters that define size and shape of the section.

Column Parameters

Defines 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.

Load

Define force magnitude, coefficient of end condition and safety factor for the strength validation of the column

Options button

Use the Options button to access the Input Conditions window. The inputs provided in the Design Parameters tab are based on the selections from the Input Conditions window.

Material button

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