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M. To add a SNiP wind load definition

To add a parametric wind load definition per the SP 2.07.7 or SP 20.13330.2016 Loads and Actions building codes, use the following procedure.

Tip: Change units for convenience.
  1. In the Load & Definition dialog, select the Definitions > Wind Load entry and then click Add. The Add new: Wind Definition dialog opens.
  2. Select one of the following options from the Code drop-down list:
    • SNiP 2.07.7-85
    • SNiP 20.13330.2016
    Tip: You can also type optional Comments to further describe the wind definition (e.g., "Wind in X direction").
  3. Click Add. The definition type is added to the Definitions > Wind Load entry in the Load & Definition dialog.
  4. In the Load & Definition dialog, select the new wind definition type and click the Add. The Add New: Wind Definitions dialog opens. The dialog now displays the Intensity and Exposures tabs.
    Note: The previously selected Code displays as a read-only selection.
  5. Type the Wind Pressure.
  6. Select the Terrain type from the drop-down list.
  7. Select the Region from the drop-down list.
  8. Type the Delta value.
  9. Click Add.