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2017-12-01

Question

I have problems with the graphical display of a required reinforcement in the RF‑CONCRETE Surfaces add-on module. The reinforcement is unrealistic and displayed with higher values in certain areas. The distribution does not match the moment distribution. What can I do in this case?


Answer:

Please check the settings in the "Longitudinal Reinforcement" tab in Window 1.4. If the "Apply the greatest value from the required and provided longitudinal reinforcement (basic and additional reinforcement) per reinforcement direction" option for the shear force design is set and a provided basic reinforcement is defined additionally, the results may include a locally increased required reinforcement. The reason for this can be explained as follows: If the shear reinforcement can be avoided by using the basic reinforcement, the basic reinforcement is set as "required" because the results of the shear force design only result under the condition that the basic reinforcement is actually designed.