Load menu
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Click to retrieve an XML file
(default:
SteelTrussSetting.xml) that contained
predefined truss settings.
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Save
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Saves the current truss settings to an XML file.
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Truss Type
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Selects the type of truss:
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Pratt Truss — Places a pratt truss.
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Howe Truss — Places a howe truss.
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Warren Truss — Places a warren truss.
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Inverted Warren — Places an inverted
warren truss.
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Sway Frame — Places a sway frame, that
is capable of resisting lateral loads without relying on an additional bracing
system for stability.
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Place By
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Select the method for placing the truss.
- By
Defining Bottom Chord Points
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By Defining Top Chord Points
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Truss Name
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Enter the name or label to use for this truss.
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Number of Panels
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Enter the number of panels to use for this truss.
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Truss Depth at Start (D1)
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Enter the depth for the first end of the truss.
This value is represented by
D1 on the diagram.
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Truss Depth at End (D2)
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Enter the depth for the second end of the truss.
This value is represented by
D2 on the diagram.
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Include Sub Members Diagonals/Verticals
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When on, the
Sub Member tab is enabled. When off, the
Sub Member tab is disabled.
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Place
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Places the truss based on the current settings.
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Chord Data, Members, and Gusset Plates tabs
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These tabs contain settings used to complete
designing the steel truss.
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