Defining a T-shaped profile

Define a T-shaped profile by providing geometric data for a T-beam section.

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Defining profiles
Defining sections
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Beam cross-section library

  1. Display the Edit Profile dialog box, as described in Choosing a profile type.”

  2. In the b field, enter the length of the segment parallel to the 1-axis.

  3. In the h field, enter the height of the T-shape, from the bottom edge to the top edge.

  4. In the l field, enter the distance between the lower edge and the local cross-section axis.

  5. In the tf field, enter the thickness of the segment parallel to the local 1-axis.

  6. In the tw field, enter the thickness of the segment parallel to the local 2-axis.

  7. Click OK to save the profile and to close the Edit Profile dialog box.