M. To add a curved beam
To add a curved beam between two existing nodes, use the following procedure.
Curved members may only be created between two existing nodes. Any non-tapered cross-section is permitted for curved members. The internal angle subtended by the arc must be less than 180 degrees.
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On the
Geometry ribbon tab, select the
tool in the
Beam group.
The pointer changes to the Add Curved Beam cursor (
).
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Click on the start and end nodes, respectively.
The Curve Beam Properties dialog opens.
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Type the
Radius of Curvature (in current units of
length) and the
Gamma Angle (in degrees) values.
The gamma angle,γ , is the angle between the member local Y axis and the plane of the circular arc of the member.
- Click OK. The curved beam will is added to the model.
- Repeat steps 2 through 4 to add more curved beams.
- To stop adding beams:
