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2D Modeling of Trusses
I am modeling a 2D truss using frame elements. The truss members are built up box members consisting of four plates and 4 connecting angles. The flange plates have 12"x18" perforations spaced at 3'-6" on center. Because of the perforations the area and stiffness vary along the chord members. I...- dsd133
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- Forum: Finite Element Analysis (FEA) engineering
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Moment Distribution Discrepancy
I have been running continuous beam models in SAP2000 and trying to verify those results using hand calculations. The models consist of twenty equal spans with cantilever end spans and a uniform load across the entire beam. The hand method I am most familiar with is moment distribution and the...- dsd133
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- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
