Question:
Is it possible to convert area loads into member loads in RFEM/RSTAB?
Answer:
RFEM/RSTAB also allows you to generate member loads from area loads automatically.
To do this, you can use planes or cells, among other things. The corresponding command for the transformation of area loads to member loads can be found in the drop-down menu "Tools" → "Generate Loads" → "From Area Loads on Members via Plane" or "From Area Loads on Members via Cells".
Depending on the selected command, you either have to define a surface load level via the corner nodes, or pick the cells (on which the load should act) in the graphic. Further information can also be found in our manual.