Truss Analysis

[mtang]

Hi,

I am currently working on analysis of Truss structure. I am using the beams for modelling. As most of the beams are connected to one another in pinned joints, how do I make my joints in pinned configuration? I understand that the constraint function in the Femap is tying the node to globally and not locally. Is there ways to make the node joints locally pinned? Thanks

 

[JAE]

You might reveal what software you are talking about (if it is software). Or are you doing this by hand???


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[Mustaine3]

I think he is using Femap, since he is mentioning it in his post.

 

[JAE]

Oh - I missed that. Thanks.

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[rb1957]

I'd use rods.

if you Have to use beams, use freedom releases at the ends.

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