OpenBridge Modeler

Wrap Around Gusset - Braces tab

The following settings are applicable for both Brace 1 and Brace 2.
SettingDescription
Longitudinal Spacing Settings for both Gusset Side / Support Side Transverse Spacings:
  • Number – Sets the number of bolts to be placed on the X axis.
  • Edge Distance (w1) – Sets the distance from the start of the shape to the center of the first bolt.
  • Distance Between (w2) – Sets the distance between the center of the bolts in longitudinal direction.
  • Slot Length – Sets the slotted hole distance along longitudinal direction.
Gusset Side / Support Side Transverse Spacing
  • Number – Sets the number of bolts to be placed on the Y axis.
  • Gause Distance – Sets the distance from the edge to the center of the first bolt.
  • Distance Between – Sets the distance between the center of the bolts.
Brace Bolts
  • Bolt Type – Sets the bolt style from the drop-down list.
  • Diameter – Sets the hole diameter of the selected bolt from the drop-down list of bolt diameter table.
  • Workloose – Sets the clearance between bolt and hole diameter.
  • Additional Length – Sets an additional length to the bolts extension outside the nut.
  • Flip – When checked, the bolt direction is inverted. Available when not welded.
  • Weld – When checked, the shapes are welded, instead of bolting.
    Note: When set to Weld, disables the Bolts and Spacing settings.