XS_USE_SMALLER_GUSSET_PLATE
Category
Components
Set this advanced option to
TRUE
to minimize the size of rectangular gusset plates created by gusset connections. You can create smaller gusset plates by using a single bracing and secondary bolts dimensioned to the middle of the secondary part.
Tekla Structures generates a triangular gusset plate when the main part is located between diagonals.
The default value is
FALSE
.
This advanced option is model specific and the setting is saved in the options database.