Solver element 2D properties
When in a Solver View, solver element 2D properties are displayed in the Properties Window as shown below. None of these properties can be directly edited in the Solver View.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Panel | |
| Type | The 2D element type will be Shell or Semi-rigid depending on the Slab Type, Decomposition and Diaphragm Options that have been set. |
| Thickness |
The 2D element thickness is derived from a different property depending on the slab type: • Composite Slab; Precast Slab; Slab on Beams; Flat Slab - Overall Depth • Steel Deck; Timber Deck - Thickness |
| Orientation | The 2D element orientation in the solver model follows the rotation angle defined for the slab item to which it belongs. |
| DivideStiffnessBy |
This property applies to semi-rigid elements only. It adjusts the stiffness determined from the material properties in order to control semi-rigid diaphragm flexibility. |
| CrackedOption | yes/no |
| Nodes | |
| Node 1, Node 2, Node 3 | The node numbers associated with this element. |