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2019-09-19

Question

I get an implausible result with the expression "1.#J" in the RF‑/ALUMINUM add-on module.
How can I fix this?


Answer:
This kind of result may occur if the limit internal forces of the cross-section cannot be determined. In most cases, the problem lies in a wrongly defined cross-section or in the selection of an unsupported cross-section. Please check whether you have selected the cross-section allowed for the aluminum structure in the add-on module. These include the rolled cross-sections and parametric thin-walled cross-sections.

The cross-section HK 120/40/5/5/5/5 shown in Image 01 is not a valid cross-section, as it has been selected from the area of solid cross-sections (concrete components).
In this case, it is necessary to change the cross-section to TO 120/40/5/5/5/5.

Please note that when performing a design in RF‑/ALUMINUM, you have to select a material that also covers the material thicknesses used for the cross-sections. A material that is only allowed up to t=3 mm cannot be used for a cross-section with t=5 mm.