M. To add an area load
To add an loaded area which distributes pressure to beams forming a closed loop, use the following procedure.
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Either:
On the Loading ribbon tab, select the Load Items tool in the Loading Specifications group
Tip: This will add the load item to the currently selected load group selected in the program status bar.or
In the Load & Definition dialog, select a primary load case in the Load Cases Details list and then click Add.
- Type the magnitude of the Pressure in the current units.
- Select the Direction in which the pressure acts.
- Click Add. The load item is added to the selected load case.