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2019-04-23

Question

After importing an .stp file, there is a free node near each member. Why are these nodes created?

Answer:
The trigger for this is the rotation of a member. A member rotation can be defined in RFEM and RSTAB using two options:

  • Option 1: Rotation via Angle
  • Option 2: Rotation via Help Node

These options can be specified in the detail settings for importing the .stp file. If the function shown in Image 02 is activated, the first option (by angle) is used. If you deactivate this function, a help node is automatically created with which the member rotation is defined.
Defining Member Rotation in RSTAB and RFEM
Defining Member Rotation in RSTAB and RFEM
Detail Settings for Import of DSTV
Detail Settings for Import of DSTV
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