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FAQ 003207 | Can I also use RF‑SOILIN to calculate foundation bodies at different foundation heights in a model?
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Can I also use RF‑SOILIN to calculate foundation bodies at different foundation heights in a model?Answer
Yes, it is possible. For this, there is the option to enter additional geological regions (see Figure 01). In Window 1.2, you can select the "Additional geological regions" check box. Then, you can define the shape, coordinates, and number of layers of the additional geological region in Window 1.3. In this way, it is possible to model different foundation heights of several floor slabs correctly in the model.Keywords
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If I do not specify any basic reinforcement in RF-CONCRETE Surfaces, I get the value X as additionally required reinforcement. If I enter this value X as the existing basic reinforcement, I correctly do not get any additional required reinforcement.
However, if I enter a lower value than the determined required total reinforcement as the basic reinforcement, the additionally required reinforcement is increased in such a way that the originally required reinforcement content is exceeded. Why? - Why does the RF-CONCRETE Surfaces add-on module not increase the amount of reinforcement until the SLS designs have a design ratio of 1.0?
