Substructure Help

Stepped Cap

When the Stepped Cap is defined and auto generated by ABC Wizard in the Main module, Stepped will be automatically shown under Cap Shape in Pier Configuration under Geometry Tab.

Pier Configuration

Click Cap icon under Geometry Tab, a new window will pop up showing more detailed information on cap and steps. Height of steps is not considered in the cap design check.

Stepped Cap Parameters

A typical stepped cap is shown below.