Point load properties
The following is a list of RAM Concept point load properties:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | User-defined label used to identify the point load in output. |
| Elevation above slab surface | Vertical distance between the point load and the slab surface. |
| Fx | Point force in the direction of global x-axis (horizontal force). |
| Fy | Point force in the direction of global y-axis (horizontal force). |
| Fz | Point force in the direction of global z-axis (vertical force). |
| Mx | Point moment about the global x-axis. |
| My | Point moment about the global y-axis. |
Notes:
- Although point loads need not be located at a finite element node, you should consider locating very large loads at nodes. Point loads must be located on finite elements; RAM Concept issues a warning if you violate this rule.
- Sign convention is defined in . See Choosing Sign Convention .
- Horizontal forces (Fx, Fy) cause applied moments unless the Elevation above slab surface is set to apply the load at the slab centroid.