Assign Geometry

The footing module allows you to assign any of the footing dimensions that you do not wish to have optimized. For spread footings, all of the dimensions may be optimized. Continuous footing design requires you to assign at least the width.

To assign the geometry of the spread foundations:

Select Assign > Geometry > Spread.
In the Assign – Spread Footing Geometry dialog box that opens, Check the Assign boxes for all three dimensions.
Check the Optimize box for all variables.
Click [All].

Note: The footing need not be centered under the column. Any of the length dimensions may be set or limited and the eccentricity will be considered in the design.

To assign the geometry of the continuous foundations:

Select Assign > Geometry > Continuous.
Check the Optimize box for lengths and thickness.
Type 3 (1) for both width dimensions.
Type 4 for the Number of Shear Reinforcement Legs.
Click [All].