Analysis area edge properties
Use the Analysis Area Edge Properties dialog box to view and modify the position and connectivity of an analysis area edge.
To access the dialog box, select an analysis area, and then double-click a handle at the mid-point of an analysis area edge.
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Option |
Description |
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Offset mode |
Defines whether the automatic (Automatic offset) or user-defined (Manual offset) offset values are used for the analysis bar end. |
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Offset |
Defines the offset values in the global x, y, and z directions. |
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Releases |
Defines which of the predefined or user-defined combinations for releases is used for the analysis area edge. These are the predefined options:
These options automatically set the degrees of freedom. You can modify a predefined combination to suit your needs. If you do that, Tekla Structures indicates it with this option:
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Ux Uy Uz |
Define the translational degrees of freedom (displacements) in the global x, y, and z directions. The options are:
If you select Spring, enter the translational spring constant. The units depend on the settings in . |
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Rx Ry Rz |
Define the rotational degrees of freedom (rotations) of a member end in the global x, y, and z directions. The options are:
If you select Spring, enter the rotational spring constant. The units depend on the settings in . Use Partial release to specify if the degree of connectivity is between fixed and pinned. Enter a value between 0 (fixed) and 1 (pinned). |
