M. To stretch a member
- Select one or more members which are to be extended.
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On the Geometry ribbon tab, select the Geometry > Stretch Selected Member(s) tool in the Beam group.
the dialog opens. - (Optional) Click the drop-down list in the Select member(s) and then uncheck any members you do not wish included in the stretch operation.
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Specify the method of stretch and required parameters:
- Select To a point and then type the coordinates of an arbitrary point
- Select Through a distance and then select the member end and distance to extend to
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Select To an existing node and then select the node number
Tip: Click the tool to graphically select a node. -
Select To an existing member and then select the member number
Tip: Click the tool to graphically select a member.
- Click OK.