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M.Eng. Cosmé Asseya
2021-07-26

Management of Member Types in RFEM/RSTAB: Practical Guide

When creating a new member, the existing member is divided into two members, or when adding a node on a member, a new perpendicular member is created.
Is there any option to prevent the members from being divided automatically?

Answer:

The software features allow you to consider the decline of loads in RFEM/RSTAB, and to design the following member types in the add-on modules:

  • Single member: A member has two nodes, one at the beginning and one at the end of the member.

It is possible to connect several single members to create a continuous member or a set of members.

  • Continuous member without intermediate cutting at the nodes

Both options lead to the same results (internal forces, stresses, and so on).
To prevent the automatic division of the existing member, it is necessary to disable the option "Auto Connect Lines/Members" in the shortcut menu, which you can open by right-clicking the model window.

Auto Connect of Lines/Members
Auto Connect of Lines/Members
Author

Cosme Asseya is the CEO of the Dlubal Software branch office in Paris, France. He is responsible for coordinating sales, marketing, and technical support activities for French-speaking countries.

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