RM Analyzer Help

Node Supports

This option allows user to create node supports in Analyzer graphically. User can also view the existing node supports and any ground spring connection.

SettingDescription
Display Support and Ground Springs: This option is for visualizing and getting existing node support information. Hold "Ctrl" keyboard and double click on a node in 3D model to see its properties.
Show Click on "Show" and it will mark all existing node supports and ground springs in 3D model.
Clear Click on "Clear" and it will clear the marked node supports and ground springs.
Add Support: This option enable users to add support graphically in the main window. User need to follow two steps to add a support.
1- Select Nodes
  • a. Hold “Shift” and click on the desired nodes in 3D model to assign support. Multiple nodes can be selected.
  • b. Press Ok button. This will enable the input for assigning support type.
  • c. Clear will clear the node selection made in previous step.
2- Assign Support
d. Select the support type by clicking on the desired support icon. This will open a new GUI where you can specify the values. By clicking OK, these values will be assigned to all nodes selected in previous step.