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2019-11-15

Question

I am using the load generator to apply a load on two members that are connected to each other at an angle. Why are the load values on the member ends not the same?


Answer:

The structural system shown in Image 01 is loaded using the load generator.

The result is shown in Image 02. Due to the different member lengths, the load magnitudes resulting on both beams are not the same. Image 02 also shows the graphical load distribution. The rectangular connection of the members to the bisector is considered as the load application length. This corresponds exactly in both cases.

Image 03 also shows the check by means of a surface system. These are also consistent with the member model.