To check for elevation irregularities as defined by
EC8, use the following procedure.
This set of checks enables you to
classify the building as a 'regular in elevation' structure. Checks will be performed and
the results will be displayed graphically.
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Select the
EC8 Elevations page in the
Earthquake page control bar.
The
Earthquake Elevation Criteria dialog
opens along with the
Elevation Regularity table.
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In the
Earthquake Elevation Criteria
dialog, select to check elevation along
X- Axis or
Z- Axis.
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Select the appropriate elevation criteria which applies to your
structure.
Note: Refer to clause
4.2.3.3 and Figure 4.1 in Eurocode 8 (EN 1998-1:2004) for additional
information.
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Click
Perform Checks.
The calculated values and results of this
check are displayed in the
Elevation Regularity table.
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Repeat steps 2 through 4 to check the other direction or for other
criteria if needed.