To add a snow load definition
To add a snow load definition containing code-specific loading parameters, use the following procedure.
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On the Catalog ribbon tab, select the Snow
tool in the Create Load Definitions group.
The Create: Snow Load Definition dialog opens. - Type a unique Name for the new snow load definition.
- Type the Ground Snow Load for this definition.
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Specify the code-specific snow factors:
- Type the Exposure Factor.
- Type the Thermal Factor.
- Type the Importance Factor.
- Click OK.
You can now use this definition for
multiple snow load cases.
Selecting a snow load definition in the catalog will display its parameters in the Properties panel.
You can edit a snow definition by selecting it from the structure catalog and then clicking the Edit tool in the Edit group on the Catalog ribbon tab.