Thanks for the great video! One question: in previous versions of Sofistik, when dealing with evolutive cross-sections, the variable loads had to be combined with AQB ("containers") rather than with maxima. However, in this example, we are using maxima directly on an evolutive cross section. I understand that this is why we are using design elements rather than the beam elements. I understand that, in this example: 1) The stresses of the beam elements for the ULS / SLS combiantion will not be correct. 2) The stresses of the design elements for the ULS / SLS combiantion are correct. Could you please clarify?
Hello AndresHermosoMeijide, the new "composite" module doesnt require an additional superposition for aqb anymore to design the composite section. Both methods (composite or aqb) are valid as for their results, but aqb only saves min/max results. This requires you to manually seperate the situation at t0 with "C_1" and t8 with "C". Composite on the other hand allows you to easily get the min/max at t0 and t8. "Composite" requires design elements and with them adds additional information for specific design situations along the linear element. To sum up: Both methods give you the correct stresses if used properly, the goal of composite is to make the process easier. If you have further questions, please contact us via the "Support Assistant" in SOFiSTiK - Help :).
Could you add the used Teddy Code in the description of the video for copying. I think this would be helpful.
Hi maehnaebteheu,
thank you for your feedback! I added a link to the project in the describtion :).
Thanks for the great video! One question: in previous versions of Sofistik, when dealing with evolutive cross-sections, the variable loads had to be combined with AQB ("containers") rather than with maxima.
However, in this example, we are using maxima directly on an evolutive cross section. I understand that this is why we are using design elements rather than the beam elements.
I understand that, in this example:
1) The stresses of the beam elements for the ULS / SLS combiantion will not be correct.
2) The stresses of the design elements for the ULS / SLS combiantion are correct.
Could you please clarify?
Hello AndresHermosoMeijide,
the new "composite" module doesnt require an additional superposition for aqb anymore to design the composite section.
Both methods (composite or aqb) are valid as for their results, but aqb only saves min/max results. This requires you to manually seperate the situation at t0 with "C_1" and t8 with "C". Composite on the other hand allows you to easily get the min/max at t0 and t8. "Composite" requires design elements and with them adds additional information for specific design situations along the linear element. To sum up: Both methods give you the correct stresses if used properly, the goal of composite is to make the process easier.
If you have further questions, please contact us via the "Support Assistant" in SOFiSTiK - Help :).