AVEVA Everything3D Structural Model 2.1

Structural Design User Guide
AVEVA_Everything3D Ver 2.1
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Introduction
Introduction
The Structural Design User Guide introduces some of the facilities provided by the AVEVA E3D™ for the design and
documentation of logically interconnected structures. It explains the main concepts which underlie AVEVA E3D™ and
the applications that support it, and indicates how to apply these to design projects.
The structural applications offer these key benefits:
• The applications are designed to use specification data when structural components are selected from the
Catalogue database, so that design consistency and conformity to standards are maintained. It is important,
therefore, that the structural Catalogue databases are properly maintained.
• Structural elements are named in accordance with a predefined set of rules, so that their positions in the database
hierarchy are always obvious without the need to input specific texts during the design process.
• When grid storage mode is used, structural elements are automatically stored in the appropriate hierarchy.
• Temporary lists of elements can be set up, so that a design operation can be carried out on all elements within the
list simultaneously. A great deal of repetitive work can be avoided when commonly-repeated design modifications
are carried out.
• The applications incorporate a number of geometric design aids, such as 3D reference grids, to make it easy to
position structural elements accurately within the 3D model.
• Where possible, the MODEL applications create and maintain connectivity of the structural network automatically.
• Non-standard structural components, such as complex panels and floor plates, may be created by defining the
required shape as a 2D profile and then extruding this to the desired thickness.
• Negative primitives and shapes may be used in the structural catalogue to define complex joint geometry and end
preparations for structural sections, so that weld preparations and fitting allowances can be modelled easily.
• Templates may be used to define the basic structure of built-up girders and similar components, so that the
detailed design of such items becomes a matter of inputting the required dimensional and positional data.
• Multiple copies of design components may be created by specifying the number of copies required and their
relative positions and orientations. For example, a complete roof structure can be created by designing a single
roof truss and then, in one operation, making as many copies as are necessary to support the length of the roof,
with each truss displaced by a given distance relative to the preceding one.
• Much repetitive work can be avoided in symmetrical designs by making copies of interconnected parts of the
structure and reflecting them about specified axes, so that the design pattern is repeated as required.
• Joint positions may be finely adjusted to make sure they are assembled accurately, using any standard datum line
to define the precise alignment of a joint with its attached sections.
• Sections and panels (for example, wall plates and floor plates) may be divided at intersections, after the overall
size and shape have been defined, without affecting any of their logical interconnections. The ‘macrostructure’ (for
example, complete areas to be covered) can be designed first and then subdivided into a manageable
‘microstructure’ for fabrication purposes at a later stage (typically, to make the most efficient use of stock panel
sizes). The edges of panels may be notched to fit around section profiles, and the edges of adjacent panels may
be shaped such they interlock automatically.
• Penetrations may be created as catalogue elements. A penetration can incorporate appropriate sleeving or kick
plates, and may be inserted into a structural section or panel as a complete entity, with the dimensions and
position of the penetration derived automatically from the dimensions of the pipe/duct/cable tray passing though it.
• Multi-disciplinary clash checks can be carried out at any stage of the design, thus avoiding spatial conflicts within
the overall 3D model which can be expensive to rectify at the construction stage. These clash checks are
particularly important where different features of the 3Dmodel are under the control of different designers.
• At any stage of the design, reports can be created listing specified data from the current database. A standard
report template can be specified, so that lists of commonly-required information can be derived very quickly, or
report format can be designed to suit a particular need. The resultant output, which can include data from any
design discipline, sorted as required, can be either displayed on the screen or sent to a file (for storage and/or for
printing).
Structures is an umbrella to four applications supplied within the AVEVA E3D™ suite. The applications within
structures allows you to build up detailed and complex structures within a full 3D environment.
The Structures comprises four applications:
• Sections
• Plates
• Walls and Floors
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6/4/2021 Structural Defaults
Introduction : Structural Defaults
Structural Defaults
Sets the structural application default options for connectivity tolerances, mitre tolerance, joint dominance and
connection colours.
The Connectivity Tolerances part of the Structural Settings window sets the default tolerances for structural
connections.
Node merge radius Input a dimensional value in the field to define the
tolerance at which primary or secondary nodes are
merged into a single node upon creation.
Maximum depth offset Input a dimensional value in the field to define the
maximum physical distance between elements that are
connected or disconnected using dynamic connectivity.
The clasher functionality evaluates the value; if elements
are not within the tolerance range, they are not connected.
Elements that are outside of the tolerance range when
moved are disconnected.
The Mitre Tolerance part of the Structural Settings window sets the default tolerances for mitred sections.
Maximum offset Input a dimensional value in the field to define the vertical
offset tolerance between the justification lines of mitred
sections when they are not co-planar.
The Joint Dominance Default part of the Structural Settings window sets the default joint connection properties for
connected sections.
False Select the option button to define created joints as

subordinate.
True Select the option button to define created joints as

dominant.
Refer to Dominant and Subordinate Connections for further information.
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The Stair Flight Calculate Mode part of the Structural Settings window sets the default properties for creating edge
to calculated position stair flights.
False Select the option button to turn edge to calculated position

stair flight functionality off.
True Select the option button to turn edge to calculated position

stair flight functionality on.
Refer to Edge to Calculated Position for further information.

The Check Connection Colours part of the Structural Settings window sets the default display colours for queried
connections.
Both ends connected Displays the default colour for elements that are
connected at both ends.
Click the colour palette to modify the default display
colour.
Neither end connected Displays the default colour for elements that are not
connected at either end.
colour.
One end connected Displays the default colour for elements that are
connected at one end.
colour.
Click Reset to revert to the values applied when the Structural Settings window was opened.
Click Apply to accept the default values.
6/4/2021 Hierarchy
Introduction : Hierarchy
Hierarchy
All database elements are owned by other elements, therefore elements must be created in a strict order.
The database elements that follow are common to all MODEL disciplines:
• World
• Site
• Zone.
Administrative Hierarchy
Below the zone level of the hierarchy, there are three common administrative elements that are only available for
selection in the four applications under structures:
• Structure (STRU)
• Framework (FRMW)
• Sub-Frame (SBFR).
Section and panel elements can be created using grid storage mode which allows for the automatic creation of
structural hierarchy elements. Refer to Section and Panel Storage for further information.
Elements created in grid storage mode refer to grid planes and are created as FRMW members. FRMW elements are
created automatically when required.
STRU elements refer to a reference grid and are automatically created when the first element is positioned on a new
reference grid (not associated with a STRU).
If the current element is a World, SITE or ZONE, elements are automatically created when the first element is
positioned on a new reference grid (not associated with a STRU).
6/4/2021 Create Structure
Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Structure
Create Structure
Creates a structure database element.
A structure element is an administrative element that can own a number of framework elements, this allows structures
to be separated for ease of modelling and reporting.
Before creating a structure element, the correct database elements must already be present in the Model Explorer, that
is a World, Site and Zone must exist. If this is not the case, refer to Getting Started with Plant for a detailed explanation
of creating these standard elements.
Name/Autoname Select Name from the drop-down list, this allows you to
input the name of the structure element or select
Autoname.
Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the structure element.

The window displays the default option unset.
Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to Structure

Properties for further information.
OK Click OK to create the structure element in the Model

Explorer and close the Create Structure window.
Cancel Click Cancel to discard any inputs and close the Create
Structure window.
Structure Properties
The Properties window displays the default properties for a structure element, modify as required. Refer to Properties
for further information.
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The general and positional properties of STRU elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section
Geometry
Grid reference Displays the name of the associated reference grid.

A Nulref value represents a structure element that is not
associated with a reference grid.
6/4/2021 Create Framework
Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Framework
Create Framework
Creates a framework database element.
A framework element is an administrative element that can own a number of components that form a structure. A
complex structure can be divided into logical frameworks for ease of modelling and reporting.
The database elements that represent physical structural components are:
• Generic Section (GENSEC)
• Panel (PANE)
• Stair Flight (STRFLT)
• Handrail (HANDRA)
• Rung Ladder (RLADDR).
input the name of the framework element or select
Autoname.
Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the framework

element. The window displays the default option unset.
Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to

Framework Properties for further information.
OK Click OK to create the framework element in the Model

Explorer and close the Create Framework window.
Framework window.
Framework Properties
The Properties window displays the default properties for a framework element, modify as required. Refer to
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The general and specification properties of FRMW elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify
Section Properties for further information.
Geometry
Grid reference Displays the name of the associated grid plane.

A Nulref value represents a framework element that is not
associated with a grid plane.
6/4/2021 Create Sub-Frame
Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Sub-Frame
Create Sub-Frame
Creates a sub-frame database element.
A sub-frame element is an optional administrative element that can own a number of components that form a structure.
A complex framework can be divided into logical sub-frameworks for ease of modelling and reporting.
input the name of the sub-frame element or select
Autoname.
Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the sub-frame element.

The window displays the default option unset.
Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to Sub-

Frame Properties for further information.
OK Click OK to create the sub-frame element in the Model

Explorer and close the Create Sub-Frame window.
Sub-Frame window.
Sub-Frame Properties
The Properties window displays the default properties for a sub-frame element, modify as required. Refer to
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The general and specification properties of SBFR elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify
Section Properties for further information.
Geometry
Grid reference Displays the name of the associated grid plane.

A Nulref value represents a sub-frame element that is not
associated with a grid plane.
Model-to-Catalogue Cross-Reference
To make sure design consistency and conformity with company standards, the basic definitions of all items which can
be used in the structural design are held in a Catalogue database. The database holds definitions of all available
profiles and materials for structural columns/beams/bracing, all standard types of joint, and all auxiliary fittings. When
an item is added to a 3D model, the item position and orientation is stored in the database, but the physical properties
of the item are specified by the setting up of a cross-reference (called a Specification Reference or SpecRef) which
points to an appropriate entry in the Catalogue database.
6/4/2021 Sections
Sections
Sections
The Sections application allows you to create and modify structural sections. Fittings and joints can be specified and
section connections defined.
6/4/2021 Section Settings
Sections : Section Settings
Section Settings
Before a structure can be designed, various settings must be defined to determine, for example, the default structural
components for creation of structural sections. The following settings can be defined:
• Default Section Specification
• Snap Points
• Section and Panel Storage
6/4/2021 Default Section Specification
Sections : Section Settings : Default Section Specification
Default Section Specification

Sets the default specification for the creation of structural sections. The default specification fields can be populated
with values from a picked section. The default specification field values can also be applied to existing sections.
The following default structural components, can be defined:
• Structural classification
• Default material
• Default justification
• Profile specification
• Generic type
• Profile
• Profile properties
A series of drop-down lists allows you to define the default section specification.
Structural Input a value in the field or select the default

Classification structural classification from the drop-down list to
be used for the creation of structural sections.
Default Material Input a value in the field or select the default

material from the drop-down list to be used for the
creation of structural sections.
The materials drop-down list is populated with the
materials that are associated with the currently
selected specification.
Default Justification Input a value in the field or select the default

justification from the drop-down list to be used for
the creation of structural sections.
For example, select CTOP from the drop-down list
to justify the section to the centre top P-line.
The justification drop-down list is populated with the
justification options that are associated with the
currently selected profile.
Profile Specification Input a value in the field or select the default

specification from the drop-down list to be used for
the creation of structural sections.
When a new default specification is selected, the
type and profile drop-down lists are populated with
the components that were used when the
specification was most recently selected.
Generic Type Input a value in the field or select the default type
from the drop-down list to be used for the creation
of structural sections.
The type drop-down list is populated with the
section types that are associated with the currently
selected specification.
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Profile Input a value in the field or select the default profile

from the drop-down list to be used for the creation
of structural sections.
The profile drop-down list is populated with the
section types that are associated with the currently
selected specification. The three profiles that were
most recently used in the current session display at
the top of the drop-down list.
Profile Properties Allows you to modify the property values of the

default profile. Refer to Modify Properties for further
information.
Copy Defaults from Existing Profile

Click to populate the default section specification fields with values from a picked section.
You are prompted to Select section
Note: The prompt does not display if the section element is already selected.
Click to identify a section using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The Class, Material, Justification, Spec, Type and Profile fields are populated with the default values of the identified
section.
Apply Defaults to Existing Profiles

Applies the values in the default section specification fields to pre-selected sections.
The values from the Structural classification, Default material, Default justification, Profile specification, Generic type
and Profile fields are applied.
Default values can only be applied to GENSEC or SCTN elements.
If a selected section is locked or claimed by another user, the default section specification values cannot be applied.
6/4/2021 Snap Points
Sections : Section Settings : Snap Points
Snap Points
Snap points allow you to position the start point or end point of a created section. Snap points can point to a node,
item, Pline or grid. Snap points can also be directional, for example, allowing you to create a section perpendicular to
an existing element. You can define the snap points that are available for section creation. Refer to Object Snap
Settings for further information.
6/4/2021 Section and Panel Storage
Sections : Section Settings : Section and Panel Storage
Section and Panel Storage

Stores structural sections or panels in a specific area of the hierarchy. Structural sections or panels can be associated
with a grid plane or a framework/sub-framework element.
If a storage area is not defined prior to creation of a section or panel, an error message displays summarising the
problem.
There are two different modes available for the storage of structural elements:
• Grid Storage
• Manual Storage
Grid Storage
Sets the structure and grid plane that sections and panels are associated with.
The Structures and Grid Plane drop-down lists are populated with the association properties of the currently selected
section or panel.
Structures Displays the name of the STRU element that is associated

with the currently selected section or panel.
Select from the drop down list to identify an alternative
STRU.
Grid Plane Displays the name of the grid plane that is associated with
the currently selected section or panel.
Select from the drop-down list to identify an alternative grid
plane.
Grid Plane Selection Select Lock from the drop-down list to prevent grid storage
area modification. The Structure and Grid Plane drop-down
lists become inactive.
Select Unlock from the drop-down list to allow grid storage
area modification. The Structure and Grid Plane drop-down
lists become active.
If a section or panel is moved, the associated grid storage area is updated to reflect the new grid plane.
If a section or panel is copied, the associated grid storage area is updated to reflect the new grid plane.
If multiple sections or panels are moved or copied and one of the grid storage areas is locked, the moved/new
sections/panels are all associated with the locked grid storage area.
Manual Storage
Sets the structure and framework/sub-framework elements that sections or panels are associated with.
6/4/2021 Section and Panel Storage
Select a FRMW or SBFR element in the Model Explorer to populate the Structure and Storage drop-down lists.
Structure Displays the name of the STRU element that is associated

with the currently selected section or panel.
STRU.
Storage Area Displays the name of the FRMW or SBFR element that owns
the currently selected section or panel.
FRMW or SBFR.
Storage Selection Select Lock from the drop-down list to prevent storage area
modification. The Structure and Storage Area drop-down
lists become inactive.
Select Unlock from the drop-down list to allow storage area
modification. The Structure and Storage Area drop-down
lists become active.
If a section or panel is moved, the associated manual storage area is unchanged.

If a section or panel is copied, the new section is associated with the same manual storage area as the original
section.
If multiple sections or panels are moved or copied and one of the manual storage areas is locked, the moved/new
sections/panels are all associated with the locked manual storage area.
6/4/2021 Create Sections
Sections : Create Sections
Create Sections
Each structural column or beam displays in the 3D model as a section (GENSEC) element. Each straight or curved
section comprises straight and curved segments and its geometry is defined by extruding a 2D catalogue profile along
a path. The path lies on a plane and is represented by a SPINE element, owned by the GENSEC, whose route is
specified by a sequence of Spine Points (POINSP).
POINSPs are created at the start, the end and at each change of direction. Each segment linking adjacent spine points
can be a straight line or circular arc achieved by inserting Curve (CURVE) elements.
GENSECs can be connected to other GENSEC elements, fittings and joints can also be applied to them.
A GENSEC element can be owned by a FRMW or a SBFR element and each element which makes up a GENSEC
element has attributes unique to each of them.
GENSEC
A GENSEC can represent any component whose geometry is defined by sweeping a 2D profile along a linear or
curved path (its SPINE element). It has a uniform cross-section along its length, defined by reference to a Catalogue
Profile element.
SPINE
A SPINE defines the path through which a cross-sectional Profile must be swept to generate a GENSEC. The route of
the Spine is defined by a sequence of Spine Points (POINSP): one at the start, one at the end, and one at each
change of direction. Each segment linking adjacent Spine Points can be either a straight line or an arc of a circle: the
latter is achieved by the insertion of a CURVE element. In its simplest form, the SPINE is defined as a line between
two fixed points. In its more general form, where the SPINE consists of a sequence of straight and/or curved
segments, it can represent, for example, curved beams or curved walls.
POINSP
A POINSP element defines the start and end of a SPINE path, and any location along the path at which there is a
change of direction.
CURVE
A CURVE element defines a segment of a SPINE path. It defines the geometry of the SPINE between the POINSPs
either side of it in the members list.
The geometry of a section is defined by two types of properties setting:

• Its cross-section is defined by reference to a Specification Reference (SPREF) element (for example, I‑beam, T-
section and Channel).

• All other aspects of its geometry are defined by setting specific design properties (in most cases these are set
automatically by AVEVA E3D™ as the 3D model is manipulated graphically). Two of the most important properties
are the Start Position and the End Position, since the positions of these points effectively determine the length
and orientation of the item.
To provide a method for referring to individual edges and faces of a section, each is identified by a named line which
runs along the length and curve of the section. These reference lines (which are derived from the section’s profile
definition in the catalogue) are called Plines. As an example, some of the most commonly used p-lines for an I-
shaped Profile might be positioned and named as:
Note: Refer to Structural Catalogue for further information.
Nodes
AVEVA E3D™ uses the concept of Nodes to represent basic analytical points within a structure. Nodes have two main
functions:
• To identify the points at which logical connections are made between adjoining sections.
• To define how applied stresses can affect individual points in the structure (for passing design data to separate
stress analysis programs).
6/4/2021 Straight Sections
Sections : Create Sections : Straight Sections
Straight Sections
Creates a straight section.
The following types of straight section can be added to a 3D model:
• Create Single Straight Section
• Create Continuous Straight Sections
• Create Multiple Straight Sections
Create Single Straight Section

Creates a single straight section with a defined start point and end point.
You are prompted to Start point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the start position.
You are then prompted to End point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the end position. A straight section is created
and displays in the 3D view.
Throughout the section creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
Continuous Press the down arrow key and select Continuous to create multiple
straight sections. The start point of each new created section is
positioned at the end point of the previously created section. Refer to
Create Continuous Straight Sections for further information.
Repeat Press the down arrow key and select Repeat to create multiple
straight sections. You must define the start point and end point of
each created section. Refer to Create Multiple Straight Sections for
further information.
Mirror Press the down arrow key and select Mirror to reposition the section
as a reflection of the original position.
Beta Press the down arrow key and select Beta to rotate the section.
You are prompted to Beta angle

Input an angular value in the field and press Enter to set the angle of
the section.
Parallel Press the down arrow key and select Parallel to orientate the web of
the section parallel to the X, Y plane of the LCS.
The left side of the context editor indicates that parallel mode is
selected.
Back Press the down arrow key and select Back to undo the last action.
Perpendicular Press the down arrow key and select Perpendicular to orientate the
web of the section perpendicular to the X, Y plane of the LCS. The
default creation mode is perpendicular.
The new GENSEC element displays in the Model Explorer.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Continuous Straight Sections

Creates continuous straight sections where the start point of each new created section is positioned at the end point of
the previously created section.
You are then prompted to End point or <Finish>
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the end position.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple sections.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. Multiple straights sections are created and display in the
3D view.
available.
Single Press the down arrow key and select Single to create a single straight
section. Refer to Create Single Straight Section for further information.
straight sections. You must define the start point and end point of
each created section. Refer to Create Multiple Straight Sections for
You are prompted to Beta angle <#>
the section.
selected.
Finish Press the down arrow key and select Finish to end the command.
The new GENSEC elements display in the Model Explorer.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Multiple Straight Sections

Creates multiple straight sections with defined start and end points.
You are then prompted to End point or <Finish>
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the end position.
The section creation process is repeated, allowing you to create multiple sections with defined start and end points.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. Multiple straights sections are created and display in the
3D view.
available.
Single Press the down arrow key and select Single to create a single straight
section. Refer to Create Single Straight Section for further information.
Continuous Press the down arrow key and select Continuous to create multiple
straight sections. The start point of each new created section is
positioned at the end point of the previously created section. Refer to
Create Continuous Straight Sections for further information.
You are prompted to Beta angle
the section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
6/4/2021 Curved Sections
Sections : Create Sections : Curved Sections
Curved Sections
Creates a curved section.
The following types of curved sections can be added to a 3D model.
• Create Free Definition Curved Sections
• Create Fixed Angle Curved Sections
• Create Arc Section with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
• Create Arc Section with Specified End Points and Radius
• Create Arc Section with Three Specified Points
• Create Semi-Circle Arc Section
• Create Ring Section with Specified Centre Point
• Create Ring Section with Three Specified Points
• Create Ring Section with Two Specified Points
Create Free Definition Curved Sections

Creates curved sections, any number of points can be selected to change the direction.
You are then prompted to Fillet point (R=#mm) or <Radius>
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the fillet position.
You are then prompted to Fillet point (R=#mm) or <Radius>
You are then prompted to Fillet point (R=#mm) or <Finish>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple curves.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. A curved section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Fixed angle Press the down arrow key and select Fixed angle to create curved
sections with a specified fixed angle. Refer to Create Fixed Angle
Curved Sections for further information.
Radius Press the down arrow key and select Radius to modify the radii of the
curved section.
You are prompted to Curve radius <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the radii of
the curved section.
Angle Press the down arrow key and select Angle to create a curved section
with a specified angle.
You are prompted to Curve angle <#>
the curved section.
the curved section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Fixed Angle Curved Sections

Creates curved sections with a specified fixed angle, a fillet with the specified radius can be included.
You are then prompted to Fillet point (A=#,R=#mm) or <Radius>
You are then prompted to Fillet point (A=#,R=#mm) or <Radius>
You are then prompted to Fillet point (A=#,R=#mm) or <Finish>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple curves.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. A curved section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Free definition Press the down arrow key and select Free definition to create curved
sections without a fixed angle. Refer to Create Free Definition Curved
Sections for further information.
curved section.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the radii of
the curved section.
Angle Press the down arrow key and select Angle to create a curved section
with a specified angle.
You are prompted to Curve angle <#>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter to set the angle of the
curved section.
Mirror Press the down arrow key and select Mirror to reposition the section as a
reflection of the original position.
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter to set the angle of the
curved section.
Parallel Press the down arrow key and select Parallel to orientate the web of the
section parallel to the X, Y plane of the LCS.

The left side of the context editor indicates that parallel mode is selected.
Perpendicular Press the down arrow key and select Perpendicular to orientate the web
of the section perpendicular to the X, Y plane of the LCS. The default
creation mode is perpendicular.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Arc Section with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
Creates an arc section with a specified centre point and sweep angle.
You are prompted to Centre point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the centre point position.
You are then prompted to Diameter or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the arc section.
You are then prompted to Start angle or <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the start point.
You are then prompted to Sweep angle or <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the end point. An arc section is created and
displays in the 3D view.
available.
Ends + Press the down arrow key and select Ends + Radius to create an arc
Radius with specified end points and a radius. Refer to Create Arc Section
with Specified End Points and Radius for further information.
Three Point Press the down arrow key and select Three Point to create an arc
with three specified points. Refer to Create Arc Section with Three
Specified Points for further information.
Semi-Circle Press the down arrow key and select Semi-Circle to create a semi-
circle arc. Refer to Create Semi-Circle Arc Section for further
information.
arc section.
You are prompted to Radius or <Diameter>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the radii
of the arc section.
the arc section.
selected.
Diameter Press the down arrow key and select Diameter to create an arc
section with a fixed diameter.
You are prompted to Diameter or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the
diameter of the arc section.
The new GENSEC displays in the Model Explorer.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Arc Section with Specified End Points and Radius

Creates an arc section with specified end points and a radius.
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the start point position.
You are then prompted to End point (R=#mm) or <Radius>
Click to identify the end point position.
You are then prompted to Indicate side for arc or
Click to identify the position of the arc section. An arc section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Centre + Press the down arrow key and select Centre + Sweep to create an
Sweep arc with a specified centre point and sweep angle. Refer to Create Arc
Section with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle for further
information.
information.
arc section.
of the arc section.
the arc section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Arc Section with Three Specified Points

Creates an arc section with three specified points.
You are prompted to 1st circumference point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first circumference point position.
You are then prompted to 2nd circumference point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the second circumference point position.
You are then prompted to 3rd circumference point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position. An arc
section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
information.
information.
the arc section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Semi-Circle Arc Section

Creates a semi-circle arc section.
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the start point position.
You are then prompted to End point or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the end point position.
You are then prompted to Indicate side for arc or
Click to identify the position of the arc section. An arc section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
information.
the arc section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Ring Section with Specified Centre Point
Creates a ring section with a specified centre point.

You are then prompted to Diameter or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the ring section.
available.
Three Point Press the down arrow key and select Three Point to create a ring with
three specified points. Refer to Create Ring Section with Three
Two Point Press the down arrow key and select Two Point to create a ring with
two specified points. Refer to Create Ring Section with Two Specified
Points for further information.
ring section.
You are prompted to Radius or <Diameter>
of the ring section.
the ring section.
selected.
Diameter Press the down arrow key and select Diameter to create a ring
section with a fixed diameter.
You are prompted to Diameter or <Radius>
diameter of the ring section.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Ring Section with Three Specified Points

Creates a ring section with three specified points.
You are prompted to 1st Circumference point or
You are then prompted to 2nd Circumference point or
You are then prompted to 3rd Circumference point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position. A ring
section is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Centre + Press the down arrow key and select Centre + to create a ring with a
specified centre point. Refer to Create Ring Section with Specified
Centre Point for further information.
Two Point Press the down arrow key and select Two Point to create a ring with
two specified points. Refer to Create Ring Section with Two Specified
Points for further information.
the ring section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
Create Ring Section with Two Specified Points

Creates a ring section with two specified points.
You are prompted to Start diameter point or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first diameter point position.
You are then prompted to End diameter point or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the ring section. A ring section
is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Centre + Press the down arrow key and select Centre + to create a ring with a
specified centre point. Refer to Create Ring Section with Specified
Centre Point for further information.
Three Point Press the down arrow key and select Three Point to create a ring with
three specified points. Refer to Create Ring Section with Three
the ring section.
selected.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
6/4/2021 Section Connectivity
Sections : Section Connectivity
Section Connectivity
When sections (GENSEC) are connected, the connection between the two sections is represented on the owning
section as justification line datum (JLDATU), positioning line datum (PLDATU) and fixing (FIXING) elements in the
Model Explorer.
In the structural hierarchy, JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are created each time an owning and attached
section are connected. By default, the JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are deleted if a connected GENSEC is
deleted.
Justification Line Datum (JLDATU)

JLDATU elements are owned by GENSEC elements. The JLDATU element contains the justification line datum for the
connection. The justification line datum represents the connection distance measured from the start of the owning
GENSEC. JLDATU elements are administrative and can own PLDATU elements.
Positioning Line Datum (PLDATU)

PLDATU elements are owned by JLDATU elements. By default, a PLDATU element is created for each connection.
The PLDATU element contains the positioning line datum for the connection. The positioning line datum represents the
Pline that the attached section is trimmed to. PLDATU elements are administrative and can own FIXING elements.
Fixing (FIXING)
FIXING elements are owned by PLDATU elements and have the same position as a PLDATU. FIXING elements
contain properties for:
• Connectivity to the structural 3D model
• Trimming attached members
• Specification Reference (SPREF attribute) for the joint/fitting.
Justification Line Datum Properties

The Properties window allows you to view the status of the JLDATU. Refer to Properties for further information.
The general properties of JLDATU elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section Properties
Positional
Distance from start Input a value in the field to modify the justification line
datum position.
Proportional dist Input a value in the field to modify the justification line
datum position proportionally. The distance is measured
as a decimal value of the owning section size. For
example, insert 0.5 to move the fixing half of the distance
of the owning section.
Positioning Line Datum Properties

The Properties window allows you to view the status of the PLDATU. Refer to Properties for further information.
The general properties of PLDATU elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section Properties
Positional
Positioning line lock Select from the drop-down list to define the lock status of
the Pline connection.

Select True to lock the Pline connection, the connection
manager does not attempt to trim the attached section to
the most appropriate Pline of the owning section when
modified.
Select False to unlock the Pline connection, the
connection manager attempts to trim the attached section
to the most appropriate Pline of the owning section when
modified.
By default, the positioning line lock property is set to true
if the section end trimming has been forced to a Pline.
Refer to Trim Connected Section Ends for further
information.
Positioning line Select from the drop-down list to modify the Pline to
which the attached section is trimmed.
Preferred Y axis Displays the direction of the Y axis.

direction
Fixing Properties
The Properties window allows you to view the status of the FIXING. Refer to Properties for further information.
The general properties of FIXING elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section Properties for
Specification
Reference Displays the name of the specification reference (SPREF

attribute) of the joint/fitting catalogue item associated with
the connection.
A value of Null Element indicates that a catalogue item is
not associated with the connection, this is the default for a
joint. Refer to Joints for further information.
When a fitting is created, the field is populated with the
specification reference of the selected fitting. Refer to
Create Section Fitting for further information.
Parameters Input a dimensional value in the Clearance field to modify

the clearance distance required for the fixing. The
clearance displays in the 3D view.
Material Input a value in the field or select a material from the

drop-down list to modify the fixing material.
The material ref drop-down list is populated with the
materials that are associated with the currently selected
specification reference.
Positional
Position Input dimensional values in the field to explicitly modify

the position of the section. The section is repositioned.
Orientation Input values in the field to modify the direction of the X, Y

and Z axis.
Distance from start Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the
position of the fixing explicitly. The distance in measured
from the start point of the owning section.
Proportional dist Input a value in the field to modify the fixing position
proportionally. The distance is measured as a decimal
value of the owning section size. For example, insert 0.5
to move the fixing half of the distance of the owning
section.
which the attached section is trimmed.

direction
Positional
Cutback Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the cutting

plane distance.
Cutting plane Input a directional value in the field to modify the cutting
normal plane direction.
Joining line Input a value in the field or select a justification from the
drop-down list to modify the justification of the joining line.
Joint dominance Input a value in the field to modify the joint dominance.
Input True in the field to define the joint as dominant.
Input False in the field to define the joint as subordinate.
Refer to Dominant and Subordinate Connections for

Attached Sections
The Properties window allows you to view the connection status of the attached section. Refer to Properties for further
information.
Design
Start joint Displays the name of the fixing which is attached to the
owning section. Displays the name of the owning section
to which the start of the attached section is connected.
End joint Displays the name of the fixing which is attached to the
owning section. Displays the name of the owning section
to which the end of the attached section is connected.
Start cut Displays the direction of the cut at the start of the attached
section.
End cut Displays the direction of the cut at the end of the attached
section.
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Sections : Section Connectivity : Dominant and Subordinate Connections
Dominant and Subordinate Connections

When a connected section is repositioned, the effect on the owning and attached sections depends upon whether or
not the joint dominance property of the FIXING element is defined as dominant or subordinate.
If joint dominance is set to False, the joint is subordinate (also described by saying that the section is dominant). If joint
dominance is set to True, the joint is dominant. The default joint dominance property for a connection can be defined,
refer to Structural Defaults for further information.
Consider these effects, where the owning section is moved:
6/4/2021 Dynamic Connectivity Rules
Sections : Section Connectivity : Dynamic Connectivity Rules
Dynamic Connectivity Rules

The connectivity between structural section elements is maintained automatically by the connection manager.
Connectivity tolerances are used by the clash check facility to determine if an attached section should be
disconnected. Refer to Structural Defaults for further information. Modifications to GENSEC element properties can
affect connectivity or geometry between the owning and attached sections.
• Position
• Start position
• End position
• Beta angle
• Specification reference
• Parameters
• Justification
• Mirror
• Member line
If any of these properties are modified, the connection manager uses a set of dynamic connectivity rules to determine
the effect on existing connections between owning and attached sections that have been modified.
The most important property to consider when modifications are made is the joint dominance property of a FIXING.
Dynamic connectivity rules apply to the modification of connected sections:
• Move Owning Section
• Stretch Owning Section
• Re-orientate Owning Section
• Move Attached Section
• Copy Attached Section
• Modify Specification Reference of Owning Section
• Modify Beta Angle of Owning Section
• Modify Justification Line of Owning Section
• Mirror Owning Section
• Force Position Line
• DATAL
Move Owning Section

If the joint dominance property is False and exceeds the structural connectivity tolerances, the attached section is
disconnected and the JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are deleted. If the attached section does not exceed
the structural connectivity tolerances, the connection is maintained and Z distance from the start position is updated.
If the joint dominance property is True, the connection between the owning and attached sections is maintained.
Stretch Owning Section

If the start of the owning section is stretched and the joint dominance property is False, the JLDATU position (Z
distance from the start position) is modified and the attached section does not change direction.
If the start of the owning section is stretched and the joint dominance property is True, the JLDATU position (Z
distance from the start position) is maintained and the attached section changes orientation when reconnected.
If the end of the owning section is stretched, the JLDATU position is not modified and has no effect on the attached
section regardless of the joint dominance property (which controls the Z distance from the start position).
Re-orientate Owning Section

If the joint dominance property is False and exceeds the structural connectivity tolerances, the attached section is
disconnected and the JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are deleted. If the attached section does not exceed
the structural connectivity tolerances, the connection is maintained and the start distance of the joint is maintained.
If the joint dominance property is True, the connection between the owning and attached sections is maintained.
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Move Attached Section

If the JLDATU contains one PLDATU and one FIXING, the JLDATU position is moved to the attached section position.
If the JLDATU contains more than one PLDATU, a new JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING is created at the attached
section position. The old FIXING is deleted.
If the PLDATU owns more than one FIXING, a new JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING is created at the attached section
position. The old FIXING is deleted.
If a JLDATU or PLDATU no longer contain any members, they are deleted.
Copy Attached Section

If the copied attached section is positioned on the same owning section and has the same orientation as the original, a
new JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING is created at the attached section position.
Modify Specification Reference of Owning Section

If a new specification reference property is applied, the connection of the attached section is maintained and trimmed
to the most appropriate Pline.
Modify Beta Angle of Owning Section

If the beta angle of the owning section is modified, the connection of the attached section is maintained and trimmed to
the most appropriate Pline.
Modify Justification Line of Owning Section

If the justification line of the owning section is modified, the attached section is trimmed to the PLDATU positioning line
property, the direction of the attached section may be modified, dependent on the joint dominance property.
Mirror Owning Section

If the mirror property of the owning section is modified, the connection of the attached section is maintained and
trimmed to the most appropriate Pline.
Force Position Line

If the Pline of a PLDATU is modified, the attached member is trimmed to the selected Pline. Subsequent modifications
may result in modification to a different Pline.
Alternatively, you can manually trim the connected section ends to a new Pline to update the PLDATU positioning line
property. Refer to Trim Connected Section Ends for further information.
DATAL
Dynamic connectivity is active by default, but is inactive when running in a datal. In some circumstances the
RECONNECT command.
RECONNECT DYNAMIC ON/OFF/IGNORE
can be used to inactivate dynamic connectivity. The IGNORE option is a temporary switch which can be added at the
end of a macro to ignore any modifications made within the macro. After running the macro, dynamic connectivity
resumes.
6/4/2021 Automatic Section Connection
Sections : Section Connectivity : Automatic Section Connection
Automatic Section Connection

Sets the default connection status when a new section is created.
If the selection is highlighted, automatic section end connection is on.
If the selection is not highlighted, automatic section end connection is off.
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Sections : Section Connectivity : Connect Sections
Connect Sections
Connects two or more section ends.
You are prompted to Pick section
Click to identify the owning section to connect.
You are then prompted to Pick section end(s) or <Finish>
Click to identify the attached section to connect at the end nearest to the connection point.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple connections.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The sections are connected and the connection status
Throughout the section connection process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
Finish Press the down arrow key and select Finish to end the
command.
The new JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are added to the owning section and display in the Model Explorer.
If a connection cannot be made, a Warning message displays on the status bar.
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6/4/2021 Disconnect Sections
Sections : Section Connectivity : Disconnect Sections
Disconnect Sections
Disconnects two or more section ends.
You are prompted to Pick connected end(s) or <Finish>
Click to identify the section to disconnect, at the end nearest to the connection point.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to disconnect multiple connections.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The sections are disconnected and the connection status
Throughout the section disconnection process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is
also available.
command.
The JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements are removed from the owning section.
6/4/2021 Trim Connected Section Ends
Sections : Section Connectivity : Trim Connected Section Ends
Trim Connected Section Ends

Forces the section end trimming to an alternative Pline.
When a connection is modified, the connection manager uses a set of dynamic connectivity rules to trim the attached
section to the most appropriate Pline of the owning section. When a section end is trimmed to an alternative Pline the
Positioning line lock property of the PLDATU is set to True which stops the connection manager from trimming to a
different Pline if further modifications are made.
You are prompted to Pick connected end(s) or Finish
Click to identify the attached section at the end nearest to the connection point.
You are then prompted to Select P-line
Click to identify the Pline which corresponds to the required section end point (for example, NAR/NAL for a web
connection or TOS/BOS for a flange connection, refer to Structural Catalogue for further information).
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to trim multiple connections. Press ESC to end the command.
Throughout the section trimming process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
command.
6/4/2021 End Datum at Section End
Sections : Section Connectivity : End Datum at Section End
End Datum at Section End

Creates an un-connected joint at a specified section end.
End Datum (ENDATU) elements have two main functions:
• as analytical points when using AVEVA E3D™ data for structural analysis;
• to own a Joint (FIXING) for referencing a catalogue joint element on an un-connected section end.
You are prompted to Select section end(s)
Click to identify the section end(s) to associate with the joint and press Enter to display the End Datum window.
The End Datum window allows you to associate a catalogue specification with the currently selected joints and modify
the dimensions of the joint component parts.
Specification Select from the drop down list to display all the available groups of joint
component covered by a specification. Once a specification has been selected

from the drop-down list, the Joint Group and Joint galleries are automatically
populated with joint group and joint components available for selection.
Joint Group Select from the gallery to display all the available joint components. Once a
group has been selected, the Joint gallery is automatically populated with the
joint components available for selection.
Joint Select a joint component from the gallery. Once a joint has been selected, the
Design Parameters fields are automatically populated with default values.
Design Input values in the fields to modify the dimensions of the joint component parts.
Parameters
Detail Click to display a detailed image of the joint. The image window displays a
detailed description of the joint geometry and the different parameters and
variables that can be applied to the joint.
Click Apply to accept the fitting component settings.

A joint is created and displays in the 3D view.
The new ENDATU and FIXING elements display in the Model Explorer.
End Datum Properties

The Properties window allows you to view the status of the ENDATU element. Refer to Properties for further
information.
The general properties of ENDATU elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section Properties
Positional
Distance from start Input a value in the field to modify the end datum position,
measured from the start point of the structural section that
the joint is attached to.

direction
which the joint is attached.
Design
Owner reference Allows you to view the identification code of the structural
support section that the joint is attached to.
6/4/2021 View Section End Connections
Sections : Section Connectivity : View Section End Connections
View Section End Connections

Displays the section end connection status for all structural sections in the 3D view.
If the selection is highlighted, check end connections is on.
If the selection is not highlighted, check end connections is off.
The end connection status is highlighted in the 3D view using default colours. The default colours for each connection
type can be modified. Refer to Structural Defaults for further information. The end connection status is indicated for all
sections in the 3D view.
Both ends connected The sections that are connected at both ends are
highlighted in the 3D view.
The default colour is green.
Neither end connected The sections that are not connected at either end are
The default colour is red.
One end connected The sections that are connected at one end are
highlighted in the 3D view. The end that is not connected
is indicated.
The default colour is blue.
6/4/2021 Joints
Sections : Section Connectivity : Joints
Joints
Each connected section is created with JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements in the Design database.
In order to represent the connections properly, a catalogue specification must be associated with each joint (in the
same way that each section profile is defined by an associated catalogue specification). Joint detail can be
automatically defined when sections are connected, refer to Automatic Joint Selection for further information.
Alternatively, joint detail can be manually created, refer to Modify Joint for further information.
A merged joint can be created from one or more existing joints, refer to Create Merged Joint for further information.
Automatic Joint Selection

Sets the default joint selection status when a new section is created.
If the selection is highlighted, automatic joint selection is on.
If the selection is not highlighted, automatic joint selection is off.
The functionality automatically selects joints when a section connection is made. Each connection is analysed and
criteria stored in the joint selection specification is applied. If no match is found between the current joint and the
criteria defined in the automatic joint specification, no joint detail is applied.
Automatic joint specifications are defined using a text file in a tabular format which is loaded into PARAGON using
SPECONMODE. Refer to Import Automatic Joint Specification or Manipulating the Catalogue Database using
SPECONMODE for further information. Each line in the text file specifies an automatic joint selection specification
component. Refer to Content and Format of a Specification and Selectors and Pointers for Automatic Joint Selection
Specifications for further information.
The example displays two beams that are connected using an automatic joint selection specification which is identified
in the Properties window.
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Automatic Joint Reselection

Automatically modifies the catalogue specification associated with selected joints.
If connections are created without joint detailing, modifications are made to sections in the model or to the automatic
joint specification, it may be necessary to apply automatic joint selection to a set of selected joints.
You are prompted to Select section(s)
Note: The prompt does not display if the section elements are already selected.
Click to identify the sections that contain joints to be modified and press Enter. The joints are highlighted in the 3D
view, each joint displays as a joint pin.
The selection status of each joint is indicated by the joint pin colour.
• Cyan = Unselected joint
• Red = Selected joint.
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You are then prompted to Select joints

Click to identify the joints to be modified and press Enter to automatically modify the catalogue specification
associated with each selected joint.
Each connection is analysed and criteria stored in the joint selection specification is applied. If no match is found
between the current joint and the criteria defined in the automatic joint specification, the joint detail is not modified.
Automatic Joint Selection State

Displays joint information and performs automatic joint selection on selected joints.
Selection Click to update the joint list to include joints that are
currently selected in the 3D view.
Update Click to update the joint list, the joint list is not updated to
include joints that are currently selected in the 3D view.
Show Tags Select the check box to display automatic joint selection
tags in the 3D view for the currently selected joints in the
joint list.
Automatic Joint Select from the drop-down list to define the currently used
Specification joint selection specification.
The Joint List part of the Joint List window displays details for selected joints in the 3D view.
Filter criteria can be used to specify which joints are displayed in the joint list. Refer to GUI Grid Data for further
information.
Joint Name Displays the name of the joint (FIXING) element.
Type Displays the STYPE of the joint, TYPE is displayed if the

STYPE in unset.
Selection Displays the joint selection specification status.
Automatic An automatic joint selection specification is applied to the

joint.
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Manual A standard joint specification is applied to the joint.
Unset The joint specification is unset.
Invalid The joint specification reference is set, but is pointing to

an unknown element.
Choices Displays the number of choices available for the joint in

the automatic joint specification. The automatic joint
selection system makes a default choice if there is more
than one joint detail option available. If there is more than
one choice, an alternative joint detail can be selected
using the Select alternative joint drop-down list. Refer to
Select Alternative Joint for further information.
Message Indicates the validity of joints with automatic joint

selection applied.
Valid The current automatic joint selection specification is valid

for the joint.
Update Selection The current automatic joint selection specification is not

valid for the joint and must be reselected.
Access Indicates if current access to the joint is write or read only.
Description Displays the description from the joint, or from the

catalogue if the joint description is unset.
Specification Displays the joint specification from which the joint was
selected.
Right-click on the joint list to display a drop-down menu.
Automatic Joint Click to perform automatic joint selection for all currently
Select selected joints in the joint list.
Add to 3D View Click to display the currently selected joints in the 3D view.
Focus on Joint Click to modify the display of the 3D view to include the
currently selected joints.
Navigate to Click to navigate to the currently selected element in the 3D

view and the Model Explorer.
Export to Excel Exports the joint list to an Excel file. Click to display the Save to
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Excel window. Navigate to a location and name the exported

Excel file.
Print Preview Click to display the joint list in the Print Preview window.
The Messages part of the Joint List window displays a message summary for the currently selected joint.
The Select from Automatic Joint Specification part of the Joint List window displays the automatic joint selection
status and the current specification.
Automatic Click to perform automatic joint selection for all currently

selected joints in the joint list.
Select Alternative Use the drop-down list to select an alternative joint component
Joint from the joint specification that matches the criteria for the
selected joint. The option is only active if the joint list is
populated and more than one automatic joint is available.
6/4/2021 Create Merged Joint
Sections : Create Merged Joint
Create Merged Joint

Creates a Merged Fixing (MFIX) element from one or more existing joints. A merged joint can be used to indicate such
things as a gusset plate or a star plate.
Merged joints are soft fixings that display in the Model Explorer as PLDATU, MFIX and TMPL elements, owned by the
first JLDATU within a GENSEC element. Refer to Section Connectivity for further information.
You are prompted to Select owning section
Click to identify the section to associate with the merged joint using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
The joints are highlighted in the 3D view, each joint displays as a joint pin.
The selection status of each joint is indicated by the joint pin colour.
• Cyan = Deselected joint
• Red = Selected joint.
Click to identify the joints to be merged and press Enter to display the Merged Joint window.
The Merged Joint window allows you to associate a catalogue specification with the currently selected joints and
modify the dimensions of the merged joint component parts.
Selection Click to remove all joints from the current selection.

The number of currently selected joints displays adjacent to the icon.
Note: The functionality is only available when a merged joint is created.
Specification Select from the drop-down list to display all the available groups of merged joint
components covered by a specification. Once a specification has been selected from

the drop-down list, the Joint Group and Joint galleries are automatically populated
with joint group and joint components available for selection.
Note: An automatically selected joint is displayed as Unset in the specification and
can be modified to a standard joint using the drop-down list.
Joint Group Select from the gallery to display all the available joint components. Once a group has
been selected, the Joint gallery is automatically populated with the joint components
available for selection.
Joint Select a joint component from the gallery. Once a joint has been selected, the Design
Parameters fields are automatically populated with default values.
Reference Click to associate a reference element with the merged joint. The reference element
can be either a section or a panel.
Note: Selection of a reference element is not required for all merged joints.
You are prompted to Select reference element
Click to identify the section or panel to associate with the merged joint using a cursor
pick in the 3D view.
You are prompted to Set specification
Press Enter to associate the reference element with the merged joint.
Update Click to update the merged joint with modified design parameters.
Note: The functionality is only available when a merged joint is modified.
Design Input values in the fields to modify the dimensions of the merged joint component
Parameters parts.
Detail Click to display a detailed image of the merged joint. The image window displays a
detailed description of the merged joint geometry and the different parameters and
variables that can be applied to the merged joint.
Click Apply to accept the merged joint settings.

If the Gtype of the owning section is CTUB (Circular Hollow Section), you are prompted to Set P-line
Click to identify the P-line position of the owning section and press Enter.
A merged joint is created and displays in the 3D view.
The new PLDATU, MFIX and TMPL elements display in the Model Explorer. The original FIXING JLDATU, PLDATU
and FIXING elements are retained.
6/4/2021 Create Section Fitting
Sections : Create Section Fitting
Create Section Fitting

Creates a Fitting (FIXING) element which can be used to represent any item which is attached to the structure but
which does not form an integral part of it. It may be used to indicate such things as the presence of a connected
implied load, such as a pipe hanger attachment, or an ancillary item such as a web stiffener or a flange plate.
Section fittings are auxiliary structural catalogue items that display in the Model Explorer as JLDATU, PLDATU and
FIXING elements owned by GENSEC elements. Refer to Section Connectivity for further information. Each section
fitting is designed to be associated with one or more Plines for the section profile it is attached to. One section fitting
type can be applied to all sizes of a profile category.
You are prompted to Select section
Click to identify the section to associate with the fitting, the Section Fitting window displays.
The Section Fitting window allows you to associate a catalogue specification with the fitting and modify the
dimensions of the fitting component parts.
Specification Select from the drop down list to display all the available groups of fitting
component available for the section. Once a specification has been selected from
the drop-down list, the Fitting Group and Fitting galleries are automatically
populated with fitting group and fitting components available for selection.
Fitting Select from the gallery to display all the available fitting components. Once a
Group group has been selected, the Fitting gallery is automatically populated with the
fitting components available for selection.
Fitting Select a fitting component from the gallery. Once a fitting has been selected, the
Design Input values in the fields to modify the dimensions of the fitting component parts.
Parameters
Detail Click to display a detailed image of the fitting. The Image window displays a
detailed description of the fitting geometry and the different parameters and
variables that can be applied to the fitting.

You are prompted to Set P-line or <CTOP>
Click to identify the P-line position of the fitting and press Enter.
You are then prompted to Specify Distance or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the position of the fitting.
A fitting is created and displays in the 3D view.
Throughout the fitting creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
Angle Press the down arrow key and select Angle to rotate the fitting.
You are prompted to Specify Angle <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to
identify the angle of the fitting.
fittings.
You are prompted to Specify Distance or <Finish>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to
identify the position of the fitting.
The prompt is repeated allowing you to create multiple fittings.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command.
command.
The new JLDATU, PLDATU and FIXING elements display in the Model Explorer.
6/4/2021 Modify Sections
Sections : Modify Sections
Modify Sections
Once a section has been completed, it may be necessary to modify the section, fixings or joints. A section can be
modified, the type, geometry and position of fixings and joints can be modified and bracing gaps defined.
Editor is a mode of operation in MODEL which allows you to reposition selected items using the mouse pointer. Refer
to Non-Routed Item for further information.
6/4/2021 Modify Section Properties
Sections : Modify Sections : Modify Section Properties
Modify Section Properties

The properties of selected sections can be modified using the Properties window. Refer to Properties for further
information.
The properties of the GENSEC element can be modified to change a number of settings.
General
Name Input a value in the field to modify the name. By default, all
member names are modified to reflect the new name.
Description Input a value in the field to modify the description.
Function Input a value in the field to modify the function.
Purpose Input a value in the field to modify the purpose.
Lock Input a value in the field to modify the lock status.

Input True in the field to lock the section for modification.
Input False in the field to unlock the section for modification.
Specification
Classification Input a value in the field or select a classification from the

drop-down list to modify the section classification.
Reference Displays the specification reference of the section which is

populated from the Spec, Type and Profile fields.
Spec Input a value in the field or select a specification from the

drop-down list to modify the section specification.
When a specification is selected, the type and profile drop-
down lists are populated with the components that were
used when the specification was most recently selected.
Type Input a value in the field or select a type from the drop-down
list to modify the section type.
The type drop-down list is populated with the section types
that are associated with the currently selected specification.
Profile Input a value in the field or select a profile from the drop-
down list to modify the section profile.
The profile drop-down list is populated with the section types
Material Input a value in the field or select a material from the drop-
down list to modify the section material.
The material ref drop-down list is populated with the
materials that are associated with the currently selected
specification.
Justification Input a value in the field or select a justification from the

drop-down list to modify the section justification.
For example, select CTOP from the drop-down list to trim
the element to the centre top Pline.
The justification drop-down list is populated with the
justification options that are associated with the currently
selected profile.
Memberline Input a value in the field or select a justification from the

drop-down list to modify the justification leaving the member
line.
Parameters Click to view the design parameters of the section.
Preferred Allows you to view the preferred specification status of the

specification currently selected section.
True indicates that the section is a preferred specification.
False indicates that the section is not a preferred
specification.
Positional
Beta angle Input an angular value in the field or select a rotation angle
from the drop-down list to modify the beta angle of the
section.
Position Input dimensional values in the field to explicitly modify the

position of the section. The section is repositioned.
Orientation Input values in the field to modify the direction of the X, Y

and Z axis.
Start position Input dimensional values in the field to explicitly modify the
start point of the section.
End position Input dimensional values in the field to explicitly modify the
end point of the section.
Mirror Input a value in the field to modify the mirror status.

Input True in the field to define the section as mirrored from
the position in which it was created.
Input False in the field to define section as not mirrored.
Design
Start joint Displays the name of the owning section to which the start
joint is attached.
End joint Displays the name of the owning section to which the end
joint is attached.
Start cut Displays the direction of the start cut.
End cut Displays the direction of the end cut.
6/4/2021 Modify Joint
Sections : Modify Sections : Modify Joint
Modify Joint
Modifies the catalogue specification associated with each joint.
Modify Joint Specification

Modifies the joint specification.
The connection type and selection status of each joint is indicated by the joint pin colour.
• Cyan = Subordinate joint
• Orange = Dominant joint
• Yellow = End datum joint
• Red = Selected joint (dominant, subordinate or end datum).
Click to identify the joints to be modified and press Enter to display the Modify Joint window.
The Modify Joint window allows you to associate a catalogue specification with the currently selected joints and
modify the dimensions of the joint component parts.
Selection Click to remove all joints from the current selection.

The number of currently selected joints displays adjacent to the icon.
Specification Select from the drop-down list to display all the available groups of joint
component covered by a specification. Once a specification has been selected
from the drop-down list, the Joint Group and Joint galleries are automatically
populated with joint group and joint components available for selection.
Note: An automatically selected joint is displayed as Unset in the specification
and can be modified to a standard joint using the drop-down list.
Joint Group Select from the gallery to display all the available joint components. Once a
group has been selected, the Joint gallery is automatically populated with the
joint components available for selection.
Joint Select a joint component from the gallery. Once a joint has been selected, the
Design Input values in the fields to modify the dimensions of the joint component parts.
Parameters
Detail Click to display a detailed image of the joint. The image window displays a
detailed description of the joint geometry and the different parameters and
variables that can be applied to the joint.
Click Apply to accept the joint component settings.

Press Enter to associate the joint specification with the currently selected joints.
6/4/2021 Unset Joint Specification
Sections : Modify Sections : Unset Joint Specification
Unset Joint Specification

Clears the template and design parameters associated with selected joints.
Note: The functionality is not available for merged joints.
The connection type and selection status of each joint is indicated by the joint pin colour.
• Cyan = Subordinate joint
• Orange = Dominant joint
• Yellow = End datum joint
• Red = Selected joint (dominant, subordinate or end datum).
Click to identify the joints to be modified and press Enter to clear the template and design parameters associated with
selected joints
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6/4/2021 Modify Merged Joint
Sections : Modify Sections : Modify Merged Joint
Modify Merged Joint
Modifies the design parameters associated with a merged joint.

Click to identify the section that contains the merged joint to be modified and press Enter. The merged joint is
highlighted in the 3D view and is displayed as a merged joint pin.
The selection status of the merged joint is indicated by the merged joint pin colour.
• Yellow = Not selected
• Red = Selected.
Click to identify the merged joint to be modified and press Enter to display the Merged Joint window.
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The functionality of the Merged Joint window is explained. Refer to Create Merged Joint for further information.
6/4/2021 Delete Merged Joint
Sections : Modify Sections : Delete Merged Joint
Delete Merged Joint

Deletes a merged joint. The joints are returned to their previous state prior to being merged.
Click to identify the section that contains the merged joint to be deleted and press Enter. The merged joint is
highlighted in the 3D view and is displayed as a merged joint pin.
The selection status of the merged joint is indicated by the merged joint pin colour.
• Yellow = Not selected
• Red = Selected.
Click to identify the merged joint to be deleted and press Enter to delete the merged joint.
6/4/2021 Modify Fitting
Sections : Modify Sections : Modify Fitting
Modify Fitting
Modifies the catalogue specification associated with each fitting.
Modify Fitting Specification

Modifies the fitting specification.
Click to identify the sections that contain fittings to be modified and press Enter. The fittings are highlighted in the 3D
view, each fitting displays as a fitting pin.
The selection status of the each fitting is indicated by the fitting pin colour.
• Pink = Not selected
• Red = Selected.
You are then prompted to Select fittings
Click to identify the fittings to be modified and press Enter to display the Section Fitting window.
The functionality of the Section Fitting window is explained, with the exception of the Selection part of the window.
Refer to Create Section Fitting for further information.
Selection Click to remove all fittings from the current selection.

The number of currently selected fittings displays adjacent

to the icon.

Press Enter to associate the fitting specification with the currently selected fittings.
6/4/2021 Navigator PowerWheel™
Sections : Modify Sections : Navigator PowerWheel™
Navigator PowerWheel™
Use the navigation functionality to navigate through the selected section element hierarchy.
6/4/2021 Extend Section
Sections : Modify Sections : Extend Section
Extend Section
Lengthens or shortens sections using either:
• a plane created from a maximum of three identified points
• a panel intersection
• a section extension value
• an overall section length value
• a local coordinate system intersection
• an offset value
The extended section endpoints can be cut to align with the plane or extended without cutting.
You are prompted to Select section end(s) to extend or
Click to identify a section end to extend.
You are then prompted to Select section end(s) to extend or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple section ends to extend.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the extension plane.
You are then prompted to Select first plane point or <Panel>
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first point of the plane.
You are then prompted to Select second plane point or <Finish>
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the second point of the plane.
You are then prompted to Select third plane point or <Finish>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the third point of the plane.
The section ends are extended to the intersection with the plane.
Throughout the extend process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
Perpendicular to Press the down arrow key and select Perpendicular to section to
section extend a section end to align with the plane without cutting the endpoint.
Normal to plane Press the down arrow key and select Normal to plane to cut the
endpoint of the extended section to align with the plane.
Next Press the down arrow key and select Next to proceed to the next extend
process.
Panel Press the down arrow key and select Panel to extend a section end to a
panel intersection.
You are prompted to Select Panel to extend to or
Click to identify an intersecting panel to define the extension point.
Extend by value Press the down arrow key and select Extend by value to extend a
section end using an extension value, measured from the current
position of the section end.
You are prompted to Specify extension or

Input a dimensional value in the field an press Enter to define the section
extension value.
Overall length Press the down arrow key and select Overall length to extend a section
end using an overall section length value.
You are prompted to Specify overall length or
Input a dimensional value in the field an press Enter to define the section
length value.
Lcs Press the down arrow key and select Lcs to extend a section end to
align with the origin of the local coordinate system.
Offset Press the down arrow key and select Offset to create a plane that is
offset from the picked points.
You are prompted to Specify offset
Input a dimensional value in the field an press Enter to define the offset
value.
6/4/2021 Mitre Sections
Sections : Modify Sections : Mitre Sections
Mitre Sections
Mitres a straight section end to another straight section end.
To successfully mitre two section ends, points which concern relative position, orientation and other attributes of the
two sections must be considered:
• The sections must not be parallel.
• The sections do not have to be the same Gtype but unacceptable results may occur.
• The sections do not have to be the same Beta Angle but unacceptable results may occur.
• The sections do not have to be co-planar but must be within the Offset depth tolerance.
• The Y direction of the sections do not have to be the same but unacceptable results may occur.
You are prompted to Select first section end to mitre or
Click to identify the first straight section.
You are then prompted to Select second section end to mitre or
Click to identify the second straight section. The two sections are extended or shortened to create the mitred ends. The
Start Cut and End Cut properties of each section is modified to indicate the cut angle of the mitred end.
Throughout the mitring process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
Mitre only Press the down arrow key and select Mitre only to mitre the
section ends. The connectivity status of the mitred ends, is not
changed.
command.
Mitre and connect Press the down arrow key and select Mitre and connect to
mitre the section ends. The two mitred ends are connected.
mitred section ends.
You are prompted to Select first section end to mitre or
<Finish>
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Click to identify the first straight section.

You are then prompted to Select first section end to mitre or
<Finish>
The process is repeated allowing you to mitre multiple section
ends.
If the section ends cannot be mitred, a Warning message displays on the status bar.
6/4/2021 Fillet Section
Sections : Modify Sections : Fillet Section
Fillet Section
Merges two non parallel, coplanar sections and applies a curved fillet, regardless of specification, justification or beta
angle.
If the sections are parallel, or not coplanar, a Warning message displays on the status bar.
The properties of the merged sections and fillet are inherited from the first picked section.
You are prompted to Pick first Section end to fillet
Click to identify the first section end to apply a fillet to.
You are then prompted to Pick second Section end to fillet
Click to identify the second section end to apply a fillet to.
You are then prompted to Fillet radius (R = #) or <Finish>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to define the radius of the fillet. The default is 1000mm.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The sections are merged and a fillet is created.
Throughout the fillet process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
command.
6/4/2021 Split Section, Panel or Bounded Plate
Sections : Modify Sections : Split Section, Panel or Bounded Plate
Split Section, Panel or Bounded Plate

Splits a section, panel or bounded plate into multiple sections/panels/bounded plates.
It is often easier to 3D model an overall structure and then split it into smaller components for fabrication or assembly
purposes. The functionality allows you to:
• Split Section or Panel at Intersection
• Split Section or Panel using a Plane
• Split Bounded Plate at Section Intersection
• Split Bounded Plate using a Plane
• Split Bounded Plate Bounding Elements at Section Intersection
• Split Bounded Plate Bounding Elements using a Plane
Split Section or Panel at Intersection

Splits sections or panels at a section/panel intersection.
You are prompted to Select element(s) to split
Note: The prompt does not display if the section or panel element is already selected.
Click to identify a section or panel to split.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections or panels to split.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the split points.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with or <Plane>
Click to identify an intersecting section or panel to define a split point.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections or panels and define additional split points.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The sections and panels are split at the intersecting split
points.
Throughout the split process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
Next Press the down arrow key and select Next to proceed to the
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a section or
panel using a plane. Refer to Split Section or Panel using a
Plane for further information.
The new GENSEC and PANE elements display in the Model Explorer.
Split Section or Panel using a Plane

Splits sections or panels using a plane created from a maximum of three identified points.
Click to identify a section or panel to split.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections or panels to split.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the split plane.
Input P at the prompt and press Enter to specify the plane.
You are then prompted to Select first point or
You are then prompted to Select second point or <Finish>
You are then prompted to Select third point or <Finish>
The sections and panels are split at the intersection with the plane.
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a section or
panel using a plane.
LCS Press the down arrow key and select LCS to split a section or
panel at an alignment point with the origin of the local coordinate
system.
command.
The new GENSEC and PANE elements display in the Model Explorer.
Split Bounded Plate at Section Intersection

Splits bounded plates at section intersections.
Note: The prompt does not display if the bounded plate element is already selected.
Click to identify a bounded plate to split.
Note: The prompt does not display if the bounded element is already selected.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple bounded plates to split.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with (Gap width: #mm) or <Plane>
Click to identify an intersecting section to define a split point.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with (Gap width: #mm) or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections and define additional split points.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The bounded plates are split at the intersecting split
points.
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a bounded
plate using a plane. Refer to Split Bounded Plate using a Plane
Gap Press the down arrow key and select Gap to create a gap
between the split plates.
You are prompted to Specify gap width or <#mm>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to define
the gap. The default is 0.
Back Press the down arrow key and select Back to undo the last
action.
The new PANE, PLOO and STCSET elements display in the Model Explorer. The structural connections of each split
bounded plate are updated. Refer to Split Bounded Plate Structural Connections for further information.
Split Bounded Plate using a Plane

Splits bounded plates using a plane created from a maximum of three identified points.
Click to identify a bounded plate to split.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple bounded plates to split.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with (Gap width: #mm) or <Plane>
You are then prompted to Select first point (Gap: #mm) or
You are then prompted to Select second point (Gap: #mm) or <Finish>
You are then prompted to Select third point (Gap: #mm) or <Finish>
The bounded plates are split at the intersection with the plane.
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a bounded
plate using a plane.
Gap Press the down arrow key and select Gap to create a gap
between the split plates.
You are prompted to Specify gap width or <#mm>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to define
the gap. The default is 0.
LCS Press the down arrow key and select LCS to split a bounded
plate at an alignment point with the origin of the local coordinate
system.
action.
command.
The new PANE, PLOO and STCSET elements display in the Model Explorer. Refer to Split Bounded Plate Structural
Connections for further information.
Split Bounded Plate Structural Connections

The example displays a rectangular bounded plate with four Structural Connections (STCONN) associated with each
of the bounded plate edges. The defined split plane is also displayed.
When the bounded plate is split, the structural connections of each split bounded plate is updated.
A new structural connection (displayed in red in the example) is created on each split bounded plate to account for the
created edges.
Mutual referencing is established between the structural connection vertices of the adjacent structural connections
corresponding to the split geometry. For example:
• The STCVER1 of STCONN2 on Split Bounded Plate 1 references the STCVER2 of STCONN4 on Split Bounded
Plate 2 using the STCREF attribute.
• The STCVER2 of STCONN4 on Split Bounded Plate 2 references the STCVER1 of STCONN2 on Split Bounded
Plate 1 using the STCREF attribute.
Split Bounded Plate Bounding Elements at Section Intersection

Splits bounded plate bounding elements at section intersections.
Note: If the bounded plate is selected as an element to split, it will be split as well as the bounding elements.

Note: The prompt does not display if the bounding element is already selected.
Click to identify a bounding element to split.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple bounding elements to split.
Click to identify an intersecting section to define a split point.
You are then prompted to Select element(s) to split with or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections and define additional split points.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The bounding elements are split at the intersecting split
points.
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a bounding
element using a plane. Refer to Split Bounded Plate Bounding
Elements using a Plane for further information.
LCS Press the down arrow key and select LCS to split a bounding
element at an alignment point with the origin of the local
coordinate system.
action.
The new GENSEC elements display in the Model Explorer. The structural connections of each split bounded plate are
updated. Refer to Split Bounded Plate Bounding Element Structural Connections for further information.
Split Bounded Plate Bounding Elements using a Plane

Splits bounded plate bounding elements using a plane created from a maximum of three identified points.
Note: If the bounded plate is selected as an element to split, it will be split as well as the bounding elements.
Click to identify a bounding element to split.
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple bounding elements to split.
You are then prompted to Select first point or
You are then prompted to Select second point or <Finish>
You are then prompted to Select third point or <Finish>
The bounding elements are split at the intersection with the plane.
next split process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to split a bounding
element using a plane.
LCS Press the down arrow key and select LCS to split a bounding
element at an alignment point with the origin of the local
coordinate system.
action.
command.
The new GENSEC elements display in the Model Explorer. Refer to Split Bounded Plate Bounding Element Structural
Connections for further information.
Split Bounded Plate Bounding Element Structural Connections

The example displays four GENSEC bounding elements that are bound to a rectangular plate. Each GENSEC has a
Structural Connection (STCONN) associated with the bounded plate edge. The defined split plane is also displayed.
When the bounding element is split, a GENSEC is created with a connection to the bounded plate edge (STCONN5).
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
• Bounded Plate Health Checker
6/4/2021 Splice Sections
Sections : Modify Sections : Splice Sections
Splice Sections
Divides sections into smaller lengths using a splice.
The functionality allows you to:
• Splice Section at Panel Intersection
• Splice Section using a Plane
Splice Section at Panel Intersection

Splices sections at a panel intersection.
You are prompted to Pick element(s) to splice
Click to identify a section to splice.
You are then prompted to Pick element(s) to splice or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections to splice.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the splice point.
You are then prompted to Pick panel to splice with or <Plane>
Click to identify an intersecting panel to define a splice point.
The sections are spliced at the intersecting panel points.
Throughout the splice process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
next splice process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to splice a section
using a plane. Refer to Splice Section using a Plane for further
information.
Splice Section using a Plane

Splices sections using a plane created from a maximum of three identified points.
You are prompted to Pick element(s) to splice
Click to identify a section to splice.
You are then prompted to Pick element(s) to splice or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple sections to splice.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the splice plane.
You are then prompted to Pick panel to splice with or <Plane>
You are then prompted to Pick first point or
You are then prompted to Pick second point or <Finish>
You are then prompted to Pick third point or <Finish>
The sections are spliced at the intersection with the plane.
Throughout the splice process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
next splice process.
Plane Press the down arrow key and select Plane to splice a section
using a plane.
LCS Press the down arrow key and select LCS to splice a section at
an alignment point with the origin of the local coordinate system.
command.
6/4/2021 Merge Sections
Sections : Modify Sections : Merge Sections
Merge Sections
Merges two non parallel, colinear sections, regardless of specification, justification or beta angle.
If the sections are parallel, or not colinear, a Warning message displays on the status bar.
The properties of the merged sections are inherited from the first picked section.
You are prompted to Select first element to merge
Click to identify the first section to merge.
You are then prompted to Select second section to merge
Click to identify the second section to merge.
The sections are merged.
Throughout the merge process you can press ESC to cancel the command.
6/4/2021 Bracing
Sections : Modify Sections : Bracing
Bracing
Creates a standard bracing configuration which can be highly advantageous during the design process. A bracing gap
can be created to define the gap between the bracing connection and a reference element.
Bracing Configurations
Bracing configurations are created as GENSEC elements. Refer to Default Section Specification for further
information. You can create bracing configurations with appropriate connections at the end of the bracing sections,
between GENSEC elements.
The supported bracing configurations are:
Diagonal Bracing
Knee Bracing
Cross Bracing
K Bracing
Diamond Bracing
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Bracing Gaps
As part of the design process, once bracing configurations have been created the bracing gaps may require adjusting.
The bracing gap distance is measured from the bracing connection to a reference element.
You are prompted to Select bracing element

Click to identify a bracing element.
You are then prompted to Select bracing element or <Next>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple bracing elements in the bracing configuration.
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to specify the bracing.
You are then prompted to Select gap reference 1/2 (Diagonal)
Note: The prompt indicates the number of bracing elements identified, the number of bracing elements in the current
bracing configuration and the bracing configuration type.
Click to identify all bracing elements in the bracing configuration.
You are then prompted to Select gap reference 2/2 (Diagonal) or <Next>
Input N at the prompt and press Enter to modify the bracing gap.
You are then prompted to Select gap to modify <Finish>
Click a bracing gap identifier to modify a bracing gap.
You are then prompted to Specify the gap
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the bracing gap distance.
You are then prompted to Select gap to modify <Finish>
You can continue to identify bracing gap identifiers and modify individual bracing gaps as required.
The bracing gap identification and gap modification process is repeated, allowing you to define multiple bracing gaps.
Throughout the bracing gap modification process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality
is also available.
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next bracing gap process.
Knee bracing Press the down arrow key and select Knee bracing to define a
Knee bracing configuration.
Diagonal bracing Press the down arrow key and select Diagonal bracing to
define a diagonal bracing configuration.
K bracing Press the down arrow key and select K bracing to define a K
bracing configuration.
Cross bracing Press the down arrow key and select Cross bracing to define a
cross bracing configuration.
command.
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6/4/2021 View Section Dimensions
Sections : View Section Dimensions
View Section Dimensions

Displays section dimension tags for the currently selected section elements in the 3D view.
Repeat the command to remove the dimension tags from the 3D view.
If the currently selected element is not a section or a panel, a user message displays indicating that the currently
selected element cannot be dimensioned.
6/4/2021 Plates Settings
Plates : Plates Settings
Plates Settings
Plates allows you to add a floor plate and panels to a structure that already exists.
Functionality is available to add planar material to a 3D model in any orientation. Throughout this text, the term panel is
used for such items in all descriptions, regardless of whether the element represents a horizontal floor plate, a vertical
wall panel, a sloping roof panel, or any similar planar item.
Before a panel can be designed, various settings must be defined to determine, for example, the default panel
specification. The following settings can be defined:
• Default Panel Specification
• Section and Panel Storage
6/4/2021 Default Panel Specification
Plates : Plates Settings : Default Panel Specification
Default Panel Specification

Sets the default specification for the creation of panels. The default specification field values can also be applied to
existing panels.
The following default panel components can be defined:
• Panel classification
• Default material
• Default justification
• Specification
• Panel thickness
• Drawing edge defaults
A series of drop-down lists allows you to define the default panel specification.
Class Input a value in the field or select the default panel

classification from the drop-down list to be used for the
creation of panels.
Default Material Input a value in the field or select the default material from
the drop-down list to be used for the creation of panels.
The materials drop-down list is populated with the materials
Default Justification Input a value in the field or select the default justification from
Specification Input a value in the field or select the default specification

from the drop-down list to be used for the creation of panels.
Panel Thickness Input a value in the field or select the default thickness from
The panel thickness drop-down list is populated with the
thicknesses that are associated with the currently selected
specification.
Drawing Edge Allows you to define the default drawing edge defaults for
Defaults panel elements. Refer to Drawing Edge Defaults for further
information.
Apply Defaults to Existing Panels

Applies the values in the default panel specification fields to pre-selected panels.
The values from the Class, Default material, Default justification, Specification and Panel thickness fields are applied.
Defaults values an only be applied to PANE or BPANEL elements.
If a selected panel is locked or claimed by another user, the default panel specification values cannot be applied.
Drawing Edge Defaults

Modifies the default drawing edge display for panel elements.
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The list of available Elements displays each associated element type and the current default edge display setting.
The Common Surface Edges part of the Drawing Edge Defaults window allows you to modify the default edge
display setting for the currently selected element.
Always Shown Select the option button to always display common

surface edges.
Not Shown Between Select the option button to omit the display of common
Members surface edges between member elements.
Not Shown Between Select the option button to omit the display of common
Members and Peers surface edges between member elements and peer
elements.
6/4/2021 Create Panels
Plates : Create Panels
Create Panels
Creates a Panel (PANE) element which can be used to represent any sheet material used to clad a structural model.
With a similar principle to that for representing a Section (which is an extruded 2D catalogue Profile), a Panel is
represented by extruding a user-defined 2D shape. Its geometry is defined by two types of data:
• The panel’s planar area is defined by a Panel Loop (PLOO) element, which is itself defined by a linked set of
Panel Vertex (PAVE) elements, each of which has a specific position in the panel’s 2D coordinate system. Each
panel Edge is defined by a line that joins adjacent vertices.
• The panel thickness is defined by setting the Height (HEIG) attribute of the Panel Loop, the distance through
which the 2D Panel Loop is extruded to form the 3D panel.
Note: The justification of a panel that results may be dependent upon the clockwise/anticlockwise direction of creation
for the panel.
Each Panel Vertex can have an optional Fillet Radius setting which represents a circular arc which curves towards
(positive radius) or away from (negative radius) the vertex position, as shown:
The default radius of zero denotes a point.

Bounded Plate connections are represented using Structural Connection Set (STCSET), Structural Connection
(STCONN) and Structural Connection Vertex (STCVER) elements.
PANE
PANE elements can be owned by FRMW or SBFR elements. By default a PANE element is created for each panel.
PANE elements can own PLOO elements and STCSET elements.
PLOO
PLOO elements can be owned by PANE elements. The PLOO defines the height (thickness) of the panel and can own
PAVE elements.
PAVE
PAVE elements can be owned by PLOO elements. By default, a PAVE element is created for each vertex of the panel.
STCSET
STCSET elements can be owned by PANE elements. The STCSET contains a collection of structural connections. By
default, a STCSET element is created for each collection of structural connections. STCSET elements can own
STCONN elements.
STCONN
STCONN elements can be owned by STCSET elements. The STCONN represents a connection between a structural
element, (for example, a bounded plate) and a structural section. By default, a STCONN element is created for each
connection between a structural element and a structural section. STCONN elements can own STCVER elements.
STCVER
STCVER elements can be owned by STCONN elements. The STCVER contains structural connection information.
The following types of panel can be added to a 3D model.
• Create Rectangle Panel
• Create Multiple Point Panel
• Create Bounded Plate
• Create Arc Panel with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
• Create Arc Panel with Three Specified Points
• Create Arc Panel with Two Specified Points
• Create Ring Panel with Specified Centre Point
• Create Ring Panel with Three Specified Points
• Create Ring Panel with Two Specified Points
• Create Disc Panel with Specified Centre Point
• Create Disc Panel with Three Specified Points
• Create Disc Panel with Two Specified Points
6/4/2021 Create Rectangle Panel
Plates : Create Panels : Create Rectangle Panel
Create Rectangle Panel

Creates a rectangle panel with two defined points.
You are prompted to First corner (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first corner position.
You are then prompted to Second corner (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the second corner position. A rectangle panel is
created and displays in the 3D view.
Throughout the panel creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
Fillet Press the down arrow key and select Fillet to create a panel with a
specified fillet.
You are prompted to Filllet or <#>
fillet of the panel.
Justification Press the down arrow key and select Justification to define the
justification position of the panel.
Input a justification value in the field and press Enter or press the
down arrow key and select a justification value.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create a panel with
top justification.
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create a panel
with bottom justification.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create a panel with
centre justification.
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The new PANE element displays in the Model Explorer.
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6/4/2021 Create Multiple Point Panel
Plates : Create Panels : Create Multiple Point Panel
Create Multiple Point Panel

Creates a multiple point panel.
You are prompted to First point (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first point position.
You are then prompted to Next point (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the next point position.
You are then prompted to Next point (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet: #mm) or <Finish>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple panel points.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. A multiple point panel is created and displays in the 3D
view.
available.
Input a justification value in the field and press Enter or press the down
arrow key and select a justification value.
Fillet Press the down arrow key and select Fillet to create a panel with a
specified fillet.
You are prompted to Fillet (Thk: #mm, Just: #) <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the fillet of the
panel.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create a panel with top
justification.
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create a panel with bottom
justification.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create a panel with centre
justification.
Arc Press the down arrow key and select Arc to create a 3 points, Radius or
Centre curved panel edge.
Thickness Press the down arrow key and select Thickness to define the thickness of
the panel.
You are prompted to Panel thickness <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the thickness
of the panel.
Radius Press the down arrow key and select Radius to create a panel edge with a
specified radius.
You are prompted to Radius <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the radius of
the panel edge.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create a curved panel edge
with a defined centre point.
You are prompted to Centre point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the
curve centre point position.
You are then prompted to Arc radius or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the radii of the
curve.
You are then prompted to End point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or <Finish>
curve end point position.
Straight Press the down arrow key and select Straight to create a straight panel
edge.
You are prompted to Next point (Thk: #mm, Just: #, fillet #mm) or
<Finish>
next straight point position.
3 points Press the down arrow key and select 3 points to create a curved panel
edge with 3 points.
You are prompted to Middle point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
curve middle point position.
You are then prompted to End point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or <Finish>
curve end point position.
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6/4/2021 Create Bounded Plate
Plates : Create Panels : Create Bounded Plate
Create Bounded Plate

Creates multiple bounded plates using a specified surface point as a reference plane.
You are prompted to Select top surface of section
Click to identify the top surface of the section to be used as the reference plane for the created bounded plates.
Note: The reference plane defined from the surface pick passes through the world position of the section,
disregarding the justification. The functionality works optimally for sections with the justification set to top.
You are then prompted to Select bounding elements
Drag a rectangular fence around the items to be selected, only sections and panels parallel to the reference plane are
selected. Alternatively, click to select the initial bounding element then press Shift and click to select additional
bounding elements. Press Enter to identify the bounding elements.
You are then prompted to Select sections and/or panels for notches
Drag a rectangular fence around the items to be selected, only sections that intersect with the reference plane and
panels parallel to the reference plane are selected. Alternatively, click to select the initial notching element then press
Shift and click to select additional notching elements. Press Enter to identify the notching elements.
You are then prompted to Select boundary alignment <Inside>

Input I at the prompt and press Enter to create bounding plates with inside alignment.
You are then prompted to Specify edge offset (include notches, Profile cut) or <#mm>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the edge offset.
You are then prompted to Confirm plate properties <Thk: #mm, Just: #>
The default plate properties are populated using the default panel specification. Refer to Default Panel Specification for
further information
Press Enter to set the plate properties.
Multiple bounded plates are created and display in the 3D view.
Throughout the bounded plate creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is
also available.
Inside Press the down arrow key and select Inside to create bounding
plates with inside alignment. The created plates are aligned with
the inside edge of the bounding elements.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create bounding
plates with centre alignment. The created plates are aligned with
the centre of the bounding elements.
You are prompted to Specify gap between adjacent plates

(include notches, Profile cut) or <#mm>
gap between adjacent plates.
Outside Press the down arrow key and select Outside to create
bounding plates with outside alignment. The created plates are
aligned with the outside edge of the bounding elements.
Bounding plates with adjacent edges are automatically detected
and aligned to the centre to avoid an overlap.
You are prompted to Specify gap between adjacent plates

(include notches, Profile cut) or <#mm>
gap between adjacent plates.
Exclude notches Press the down arrow key and select Exclude notches to
create bounding plates with notches, any associated offset value
is excluded.
Outline cut Press the down arrow key and select Outline cut to create
bounding plates with notches that align to the outline of the

notched sections.
action.
Include notches Press the down arrow key and select Include notches to create
bounding plates with notches, any associated offset value is
included.
Profile cut Press the down arrow key and select Profile cut to create
bounding plates with notches that align to the profile of the
notched sections.
Thickness Press the down arrow key and select Thickness to define the
thickness of the bounding plate.
You are prompted to Panel thickness <#>
thickness of the bounded plate.
justification position of the bounded plates.
Input a justification value in the field and press Enter or press
the down arrow key and select a justification value.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create bounded
plates with top justification.
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create bounded
plates with bottom justification.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create bounded
plates with centre justification.
The new PANE elements display in the Model Explorer.
Related Topics
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• Bounded Plate Health Checker
6/4/2021 Create Arc Panel with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
Plates : Create Panels : Create Arc Panel with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
Create Arc Panel with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle
Creates an arc panel with a specified centre point and sweep angle.
You are then prompted to Inner Diameter or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the arc panel.
You are then prompted to Panel width (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the arc panel.
You are then prompted to Start angle or <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the start point.
You are then prompted to Sweep angle or <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the end point. An arc panel is created and
available.
Three point Press the down arrow key and select Three point to create an
arc with three specified points. Refer to Create Arc Panel with
Three Specified Points for further information.
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create an arc
with two specified points. Refer to Create Arc Panel with Two
Radius Press the down arrow key and select Radius to create an arc
panel with a fixed inner or outer radius.
You are prompted to Inner radius or <Diameter> or Outer
radius or <Diameter>
radii of the arc panel.
Outer Press the down arrow key and select Outer to create an arc
panel with a defined outer diameter or radius.
You are prompted to Outer diameter or <Radius> or Outer

outer diameter or radius of the arc panel.
action.
Diameter Press the down arrow key and select Diameter to create an arc
panel with a fixed inner or outer diameter.
You are prompted to Inner diameter or <Radius> or Outer
diameter or <Radius>
inner or outer diameter of the arc panel.
Inner Press the down arrow key and select Inner to create an arc
panel with a defined inner diameter or radius.
You are prompted to Inner diameter or <Radius> or Inner
inner diameter or radius of the arc panel.
top justification.
Centre Press the down arrow key and select Centre to create a panel
with centre justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Arc Panel with Three Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Arc Panel with Three Specified Points
Create Arc Panel with Three Specified Points

Creates an arc panel with three specified points.
You are then prompted to 2nd circumference point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
You are then prompted to 3rd circumference point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position.
You are then prompted to Specify panel width (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the panel. An arc panel is created
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create an arc with a specified
centre point and sweep angle. Refer to Create Arc Panel with Specified Centre
Point and Sweep Angle for further information.
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create an arc with two
specified points. Refer to Create Arc Panel with Two Specified Points for
Justification Press the down arrow key and select Justification to define the justification
position of the panel.
Input a justification value in the field and press Enter or press the down arrow
key and select a justification value.
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justification.
justification.
justification.
The new PANE displays in the Model Explorer.
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6/4/2021 Create Arc Panel with Two Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Arc Panel with Two Specified Points
Create Arc Panel with Two Specified Points

Creates an arc panel with two specified points.
You are then prompted to End diameter point (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the ring panel.
You are then prompted to Specify panel width (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the panel. An arc panel is created
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create an arc
with a specified centre point and sweep angle. Refer to Create
Arc Panel with Specified Centre Point and Sweep Angle for
Three point Press the down arrow key and select Three point to create an
arc with three specified points. Refer to Create Arc Panel with
Three Specified Points for further information.
action.
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top justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Ring Panel with Specified Centre Point
Plates : Create Panels : Create Ring Panel with Specified Centre Point
Create Ring Panel with Specified Centre Point

Creates a ring panel with a specified centre point.
You are then prompted to Outer diameter (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the ring panel.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the ring panel. An ring panel is
available.
Three point Press the down arrow key and select Three point to create a
ring panel with three specified points. Refer to Create Ring
Panel with Three Specified Points for further information.
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a ring
panel with two specified points. Refer to Create Ring Panel with
Two Specified Points for further information.
Radius Press the down arrow key and select Radius to create a ring
panel with a outer radius.
You are prompted to Outer radius (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
<Diameter>
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radii of the ring panel.
action.
Diameter Press the down arrow key and select Diameter to create a ring
panel with a fixed outer diameter.
You are prompted to Outer diameter (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
<Radius>
outer diameter of the ring panel.
top justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Ring Panel with Three Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Ring Panel with Three Specified Points
Create Ring Panel with Three Specified Points

Creates a ring panel with three specified points.
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the ring panel. A ring panel is
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a ring panel with a
specified centre point. Refer to Create Ring Panel with Specified Centre Point
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a ring panel with two
specified points. Refer to Create Ring Panel with Two Specified Points for
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justification.
justification.
justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Ring Panel with Two Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Ring Panel with Two Specified Points
Create Ring Panel with Two Specified Points

Creates a ring panel with two specified points.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the ring section.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the width of the ring panel. A ring panel is
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a ring
panel with a specified centre point. Refer to Create Ring Panel
with Specified Centre Point for further information.
ring panel with three specified points. Refer to Create Ring
action.
top justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Disc Panel with Specified Centre Point
Plates : Create Panels : Create Disc Panel with Specified Centre Point
Create Disc Panel with Specified Centre Point

Creates a disc panel with a specified centre point.
You are then prompted to Diameter (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or <Radius>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the disc panel. A disc panel is
available.
disc panel with three specified points. Refer to Create Disc
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a disc
panel with two specified points. Refer to Create Disc Panel with
Two Specified Points for further information.
Radius Press the down arrow key and select Radius to create a disc
panel with a fixed radius.
You are prompted to Radius (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
<Diameter>
radii of the disc panel.
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action.
Diameter Press the down arrow key and select Diameter to create a disc
panel with a fixed diameter.
You are prompted to Diameter (Thk: #mm, Just: #) or
<Radius>
diameter of the disc panel.
top justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Disc Panel with Three Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Disc Panel with Three Specified Points
Create Disc Panel with Three Specified Points

Creates a disc panel with three specified points.
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position. A disc
panel is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a disc panel with a
specified centre point. Refer to Create Disc Panel with Specified Centre Point
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a disc panel with two
specified points. Refer to Create Disc Panel with Two Specified Points for
justification.
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justification.
justification.
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6/4/2021 Create Disc Panel with Two Specified Points
Plates : Create Panels : Create Disc Panel with Two Specified Points
Create Disc Panel with Two Specified Points

Creates a disc panel with two specified points.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the disc panel. A disc panel is
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a disc
panel with a specified centre point. Refer to Create Disc Panel
ring panel with three specified points. Refer to Create Disc Panel
with Three Specified Points for further information.
action.
top justification.
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6/4/2021 Negative Extrusions
Plates : Create Panels : Negative Extrusions
Negative Extrusions
Creates a negative extrusion by positioning PAVE elements to form a Loop (LOOP) and then extruding them. A
negative extrusion represents a negative volume, that is, a hole.
A negative extrusion is owned by the panel through which the hole is positioned.
The example displays a negative extrusion through a floor plate, a column passes through the negative extrusion.
Vertices V1-V4 define the negative extrusion; the vertex numbering is independent of the panel vertices.
The outer edge of the negative extrusion (V1-V2) extends beyond the outer edge of the panel to make sure that the
hole penetrates through the panel edge. Similarly, it may be necessary to define the thickness of the negative extrusion
to exceed the thickness of the panel to make sure that the hole penetrates completely through the panel.
The following types of negative extrusion can be added to a 3D model.
• Create Rectangle Negative Extrusion
• Create Multiple Point Negative Extrusion
• Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Specified Centre Point
• Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Three Specified Points
• Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Two Specified Points
Create Rectangle Negative Extrusion

Creates a rectangle negative extrusion with two defined points.
You are prompted to Pick panel
Note: The prompt does not display if the panel is already selected.
Click to identify the panel using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are then prompted to First corner (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first corner position.
You are then prompted to Second corner (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the second corner position. A rectangle
negative extrusion is created and displays in the 3D view.
Throughout the negative extrusion creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional
functionality is also available.
Depth Press the down arrow key and select Depth to define the depth of
the negative extrusion.
You are prompted to Specify the Depth <#>
The default depth value is identical to the associated panel
thickness. Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to
set the depth of the negative extrusion.
Surface Press the down arrow key and select Surface to define the surface
position of the negative extrusion.
Fillet Press the down arrow key and select Fillet to create a negative
extrusion with a specified fillet.
You are prompted to Specify the Filllet <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the fillet
of the panel.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create a negative
extrusion aligned to the top of the associated panel.
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create a negative
extrusion aligned to the bottom of the associated panel.
The new PLOO and PAVE elements display in the Model Explorer.
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Create Multiple Point Negative Extrusion

Creates a multiple point negative extrusion.
You are then prompted to First point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first point position.
You are then prompted to Next point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the next point position.
You are then prompted to Next point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or <Finish>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to create multiple negative extrusion points.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. A multiple point negative extrusion is created and displays
in the 3D view.
Depth Press the down arrow key and select Depth to define the depth of the
negative extrusion.
The default depth value is identical to the associated panel thickness. Input a
dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the depth of the negative
extrusion.
Surface Press the down arrow key and select Surface to define the surface position of
Fillet Press the down arrow key and select Fillet to create a negative extrusion with
a specified fillet.
You are prompted to Specify the Filllet <#>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the fillet of the
panel.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create a negative extrusion
aligned to the top of the associated panel.
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create a negative extrusion
aligned to the bottom of the associated panel.
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Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Specified Centre Point

Creates a disc negative extrusion with a specified centre point.
You are then prompted to Centre point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
You are then prompted to Specify radius (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the radius of the disc negative extrusion. A
disc negative extrusion is created and displays in the 3D view.
Three point Press the down arrow key and select Three point to create a disc
negative extrusion with three specified points. Refer to Create Disc
Negative Extrusion with Three Specified Points for further information.
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a disc
negative extrusion with two specified points. Refer to Create Disc
Negative Extrusion with Two Specified Points for further information.
negative extrusion.
The default depth value is identical to the associated panel thickness.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the depth
of the negative extrusion.
Top Press the down arrow key and select Top to create a negative
extrusion aligned to the top of the associated panel.
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Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Three Specified Points

Creates a disc negative extrusion with three specified points.

You are then prompted to 1st circumference point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
You are then prompted to 2nd circumference point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
You are then prompted to 3rd circumference point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the third circumference point position. A disc
negative extrusion is created and displays in the 3D view.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a disc negative
extrusion with a specified centre point. Refer to Create Disc Negative Extrusion
Two point Press the down arrow key and select Two point to create a disc negative
extrusion with two specified points. Refer to Create Disc Negative Extrusion
with Two Specified Points for further information.
Depth Press the down arrow key and select Depth to define the depth of the negative
extrusion.
The default depth value is identical to the associated panel thickness. Input a
dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the depth of the negative
extrusion.
Surface Press the down arrow key and select Surface to define the surface position of
Bottom Press the down arrow key and select Bottom to create a negative extrusion
aligned to the bottom of the associated panel.
Related Topics
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Create Disc Negative Extrusion with Two Specified Points

Creates a disc negative extrusion with two specified points.
You are then prompted to Start diameter point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the start diameter point position.
You are then prompted to End Diameter Point (Surface: #, Depth: #mm) or
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the diameter of the disc negative extrusion. A
disc negative extrusion is created and displays in the 3D view.
available.
Centre+ Press the down arrow key and select Centre+ to create a disc negative
extrusion with a specified centre point. Refer to Create Disc Negative
Extrusion with Specified Centre Point for further information.
Three point Press the down arrow key and select Three point to create a disc
negative extrusion with three specified points. Refer to Create Disc
Negative Extrusion with Three Specified Points for further information.
negative extrusion.
The default depth value is identical to the associated panel thickness.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter to set the depth of
Input a justification value in the field and press Enter or press the down
arrow key and select a justification value.
Related Topics
• Non-Routed Item
6/4/2021 Create Panel Fittings
Plates : Create Panel Fittings
Create Panel Fittings

Creates a Panel Fitting (PFIT) element which can be used to represent any item which is attached to a Panel. These
can be used to indicate such things as the presence of the penetrating item or an ancillary item such as an inspection
cover, doorway or manhole. A PFIT is positioned relative to the origin of its owning panel.
As with a bolted joint, panel fittings can incorporate (or consist entirely of) negative volumes which represent holes in
their owning panels.
A panel fitting is positioned relative to its owning panel’s origin by setting the position properties and is orientated about
an axis perpendicular to the panel by setting the beta angle properties. It can be justified to align its origin plane with
the top face, centre plane, or bottom face of the panel by setting the justification property. As an example, a stylised
manhole might be defined.
A PFIT is a catalogue item which can be used to represent any type of geometric entity which is to be owned by, and
positioned relative to, a panel. Typically, the catalogue might include panel fittings which represent, for example, doors,
windows, access manholes and lifting lugs.
You are prompted to Select panel
Click to identify the panel to associate with the fitting to display the Panel Fitting window.
The Panel Fitting window allows you to associate a catalogue specification with the fitting and modify the dimensions
of the fitting component parts. The functionality of the Panel Fitting window is identical to the Section Fitting window.
Once a fitting has been selected using the Panel Fitting window. You can position the fitting on the panel.
You are prompted to Specify Position (Just: #) or

Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the position of the fitting.
A fitting is created and displays in the 3D view.
Throughout the fitting creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
justification position of the fitting.
Angle Press the down arrow key and select Angle to rotate the fitting.
You are prompted to Specify Angle <#deg>
Input an angular value in the field and press Enter or click to identify
the angle of the fitting.
Repeat Press the down arrow key and select Repeat to create multiple fittings.
You are prompted to Specify position (Just: #) or <Finish>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to
identify the position of the fitting.
The prompt is repeated allowing you to create multiple fittings.
Top outwards Press the down arrow key and select Top outwards to create a fitting
with top outward justification.
Top inwards Press the down arrow key and select Top inwards to create a fitting
with top inward justification.
Centre outwards Press the down arrow key and select Centre outwards to create a
fitting with centre outward justification.
Centre inwards Press the down arrow key and select Centre inwards to create a
fitting with centre inward justification.
Bottom outwards Press the down arrow key and select Bottom outwards to create a
fitting with bottom outward justification.
Bottom inwards Press the down arrow key and select Bottom inwards to create a
fitting with bottom inward justification.
The new PFIT element displays in the Model Explorer.
6/4/2021 Modify Panels
Plates : Modify Panels
Modify Panels
Once a panel has been completed, it may be necessary to modify the panel or fixings. A panel can be modified using
the Properties window or using grips. The type, geometry and position of fixings can be modified.
Editor is a mode of operation in MODEL which allows you to reposition selected items using the mouse pointer. Refer
to Non-Routed Item for further information.
6/4/2021 Modify Panel Properties
Plates : Modify Panels : Modify Panel Properties
Modify Panel Properties

The general properties of selected panels can be modified using the Properties window. Refer to Properties for further
information.
The general and positional properties of PANE elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section
Specification
Classification Input a value in the field or select a classification from the

drop-down list to modify the panel classification.
Reference Displays the specification reference of the panel which is

populated from the Spec, Panel fields.

drop-down list to modify the panel specification.
When a specification is selected, the panel drop-down list is
populated with the components that were used when the
specification was most recently selected.
Panel Input a value in the field or select a panel from the drop-
down list to modify the panel component type.
The thickness drop-down list is populated with the
component type thickness.
Thickness Allows you to view the thickness of the currently selected

panel.
Material Input a value in the field or select a justification from the

drop-down list to modify the panel justification position.
For example, select Top from the drop-down list to modify
the justification position of the panel to top.
Surface Input a value in the field or select a justification from the

justification drop-down list to modify the panel justification position.
For example, select Top from the drop-down list to modify
the justification position of the panel to top.
Design
Drawing level Input a value in the field to modify the drawing level of the
panel. Refer to Component Visibility, Drawing Level and
Obstruction for further information.
Alternatively, click the field and click to display the Int32
Collection Editor window. Refer to Modify Drawing Level
Clasher
Obstruction level Select from the drop-down list to modify the obstruction level
of the currently selected panel. Refer to Component
Visibility, Drawing Level and Obstruction for further
information.
Modify Drawing Level

The Int32 Collection Editor window allows you to modify the drawing level properties of the currently selected panel
which affects the way elements are displayed in the 3D view and how they are dealt with when checking for clashes
between design elements.
The Int32 Collection Editor window allows you to add, remove and modify the drawing level members and their
values.
The list of available Members displays the drawing level members for the currently selected panel.
Click to move the currently selected member up one position.
Click to move the currently selected member down one position.
Add Click to add a member to the list of available Members.
Remove Click to delete a member from the list of available Members.
The list of available Properties displays the editable properties for the currently selected member.
You can define the view for the list of available Properties and modify property values.
Categorized Click to list the properties by category.
Alphabetical Click to list the properties alphabetically.
Value Input a drawing level value to define the drawing

level. Refer to Component Visibility, Drawing Level
and Obstruction for further information.
Click OK to apply the drawing level properties or Cancel to discard any changes and close the Int32 Collection
Editor window.
6/4/2021 Modify Panel Loop Properties
Plates : Modify Panels : Modify Panel Loop Properties
Modify Panel Loop Properties

The panel loop properties of selected panels can be modified using the Properties window. Refer to Properties for
The properties of the PLOO element can be modified to change a number of settings.
The general properties of PLOO elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section Properties for
The specification properties of PLOO elements are identical to PANE properties. Refer to Modify Panel Properties for
Geometry
Height Input dimensional values in the field to explicitly modify the

height (thickness) of the panel.
The height is also indicated on the Thickness property of the
owning PANE element.
6/4/2021 Modify Panel Vertex Properties
Plates : Modify Panels : Modify Panel Vertex Properties
Modify Panel Vertex Properties

The panel vertex properties of selected panels can be modified using the Properties window. Refer to Properties for
The properties of the PAVE element can be modified to change a number of settings.
The general and positional properties of PAVE elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section
Design
Fillet radius Input a dimensional value in the field to modify the fillet radius
for the panel vertex.
6/4/2021 Modify Panel Fitting
Plates : Modify Panels : Modify Panel Fitting
Modify Panel Fitting
Modifies the catalogue specification associated with each panel fitting.
Modify Fitting Specification

Modifies the fitting specification.
You are prompted to Select panel(s)
Note: The prompt does not display if the panel elements are already selected.
Click to identify the panels that contain fittings to be modified and press Enter. The fittings are highlighted in the 3D
view, each fitting displays as a fitting pin.
The selection status of the each fitting is indicated by the fitting pin colour.
• Pink = Not selected
• Red = Selected.
You are then prompted to Select fittings
Click to identify the fittings to be modified and press Enter to display the Panel Fitting window.
The functionality of the Panel Fitting window is explained, with the exception of the Selection part of the window.
Selection Click to remove all fittings from the current selection.

The number of currently selected fittings displays adjacent

to the icon.

Press Enter to associate the fitting specification with the currently selected fittings.
Modify Panel Fitting Properties

The properties of selected fittings can be modified using the Properties window. Refer to Properties for further
information.
The general and positional properties of PFIT elements are identical to GENSEC properties. Refer to Modify Section
Specification
Surface Input a value in the field or select a justification from the

justification drop-down list to modify the fitting justification position.
For example, select Top outward from the drop-down list to
modify the justification position of the fitting to top outward.
Reference Displays the specification reference of the fitting which is

populated from the Spec, Sub-type and Fitting fields.

drop-down list to modify the fitting specification.
When a specification is selected, the type and fitting drop-
down lists are populated with the components that were
used when the specification was most recently selected.
Sub-type Input a value in the field or select a sub-type from the drop-
down list to modify the fitting sub-type.
The sub-type drop-down list is populated with the fitting sub-

types that are associated with the currently selected
specification.
Fitting Input a value in the field or select a fitting from the drop-
down list to modify the panel fitting.
The fitting drop-down list is populated with the fitting types
Material Input a value in the field or select a material from the drop-
down list to modify the fitting material.
The material drop-down list is populated with the materials
6/4/2021 Navigator PowerWheel™
Plates : Modify Panels : Navigator PowerWheel™
Navigator PowerWheel™
Use the navigation functionality to navigate through the selected panel element hierarchy.
6/4/2021 Merge Panels
Plates : Modify Panels : Merge Panels
Merge Panels
Merges two coplanar panels, regardless of specification, justification or beta angle.
If the panels are not coplanar, a Warning message displays on the status bar.
The properties of the merged panels are inherited from the first picked panel.
You are prompted to Select first element to merge
Click to identify the first panel to merge.
You are then prompted to Select next Panel to merge
Click to identify the second panel to merge.
You are then prompted to Select next Panel to merge or <Finish>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to select multiple panels.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command. The panels are merged.
Throughout the merge process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
command.
6/4/2021 Expand/Contract Panel
Plates : Modify Panels : Expand/Contract Panel
Expand/Contract Panel
Expands/contracts a panel outline using a specified offset value.
The functionality allows you to:
• Expand/Contract Complete Panel
• Expand/Contract Selected Panel Vertices
Expand/Contract Complete Panel

Expands/contracts the complete panel.
Note: The prompt does not display if the panel element is already selected.
Click to identify the panel to expand/contract.
You are then prompted to Define the offset distance: or <Select Vertices>
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the expansion/contraction position.
The panel is expanded/contracted.
Throughout the expand/contract process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
Select Vertices Press the down arrow key and select Select Vertices to
expand/contract selected panel vertices. Refer to
Expand/Contract Selected Panel Vertices for further information.
Expand/Contract Selected Panel Vertices

Expands/contracts selected panel vertices by creating a polygon that selects the vertices contained within it.
Note: The prompt does not display if the panel element is already selected.
Click to identify the panel to expand/contract.
Input S at the prompt and press Enter to define the polygon vertex points.
You are then prompted to Pick the first polygon vertex or <All>
Click to identify the first polygon point.
You are then prompted to Pick next polygon vertex or
Click to identify the next polygon point.
You are then prompted to Pick next polygon vertex or <Close>
The prompt is repeated, allowing you to identify multiple polygon points.
Input C at the prompt and press Enter to create the polygon. The panel vertices that are contained within the polygon
are selected.
Input a dimensional value in the field and press Enter or click to identify the expansion/contraction position.
The panel is expanded/contracted.
Throughout the expand/contract process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also
available.
All Press the down arrow key and select All to expand/contract the
complete panel. Refer to Expand/Contract Complete Panel for further
information.
Select Vertices Press the down arrow key and select Select Vertices to create a
polygon that selects the panel vertices contained within it.
Close Press the down arrow key and select Close to create the polygon. The
panel vertices that are contained within the polygon are selected.
6/4/2021 Panel Origin
Plates : Modify Panels : Panel Origin
Panel Origin
Modifies the panel origin vertex position.
When creating a panel the Origin is placed at the first vertex by default and the X and Y co-ordinates of all other
vertices in the panel relate to this position. The coordinates of all vertices owned by the current panel loop are
recalculated relative to the new origin such that their positions in the 3D model remain unchanged.
You are prompted to Pick near vertex for new origin
Click to identify the panel origin vertex point.
6/4/2021 Drawing Edges
Plates : Modify Panels : Drawing Edges
Drawing Edges
Modifies the drawing edge display for panel elements.
The functionality available on the Drawing Edge Representation window is identical to that from the Drawing Edge
Defaults window. Refer to Drawing Edge Defaults for further information.
6/4/2021 Bounded Plate Health Checker
Plates : Bounded Plate Health Checker
Bounded Plate Health Checker

Checks the status of bounded plates. If applicable, you can update or repair them as well as remove connectivity.
After the health check is carried out, the results can be displayed on the screen or exported to an excel file.
The Bounded Plate Health Checker window is populated with the currently selected bounded plates. By default, the
health check is carried out when the window is opened or when a bounded plate is added.
The Bounded Plate tab displays the health check results.
Highlight Indicates the currently selected bounded plate when

highlight mode is on. Refer to Highlight Mode for further
information.
Name Displays the name of the bounded plate.
Status Displays the health check status of the bounded plate.
Pass The bounded plate has passed the health check and no
further action is required.
Warning The bounded plate has failed the health check and has
a fixable issue. For example, a change to the plate
geometry.
Click Update or Reset Selection to resolve the issue.
Refer to Update or Reset Selection for further
information.
Fail The bounded plate has failed the health check and the
issue cannot be fixed using Update or Reset
Selection. For example a bounding element has been
deleted which is deemed permanent and deliberate.
Click Remove Connectivity to make the plate
unbounded. Refer to Remove Connectivity for further
information.
Comment Displays a brief description of the bounded plate status.
Right-click on the bounded plate list to display a drop-down menu.
Export to Excel Exports the bounded plate list to an Excel file. Click to display
the Save As window. Navigate to a location and name the
exported Excel file.
Print Preview Click to display the bounded plate list in the Print Preview
window.
The right hand side of the Bounded Plate Health Checker window allows you to select and modify the bounded
plates.
Add CE Replaces the bounded plate list with the currently

selected bounded plate in the 3D view.
Add Selection Replaces the bounded plate list with the current
selection of bounded plates in the 3D view.
Navigate to Zooms to the currently selected bounded plate in the

Selected 3D view.
Highlight Mode Click to turn highlight mode on or off. If highlight

mode is on, the currently selected bounded plate is
Update or Reset Click Update or Reset Selection to resolve an

Selection issue with the currently selected bounded plate. The
bounded plate is either updated to a new shape or
reset back to the original shape, depending on the
issue.
The functionality is only available when a bounded
plate with a warning status is selected.
Remove Click Remove Connectivity to make the currently

Connectivity selected plate unbounded, the STCSET is deleted
and the bounded plate is removed from the
Bounded Plate Health Checker window. The
bounded plate becomes a regular panel.
When a bounded plate, notching element or the plate bounding elements are modified, the status may change to
warning when a health check is carried out. There are various modification scenarios which result in a warning which
can be fixed.
Modified Panel Geometry

The geometry of the panel is modified using a grip.
The warning message displays with the comment Panel geometry has changed
Click Update or Reset Selection to reset the panel back to the original geometry.
Modified Panel Orientation

The orientation of the panel is changed using the ROTATE in canvas command.
The warning message displays with the comment Panel orientation altered
Click Update or Reset Selection to reset the panel back to the original orientation.
Panel Moved out of Reference Plane

The panel is moved away from the reference plane.
The warning message displays with the comment Panel moved out of reference plane
Click Update or Reset Selection to reset the panel back to the original position.
Moved Notching Element

The notching element is moved to a different position.
The warning message displays with the comment Notching element has been modified
Click Update or Reset Selection to move the panel notching to the correct position around the notching element.
Modified Notching Element Size

The size of the notching element is modified.
The warning message displays with the comment Notching element has been modified
Click Update or Reset Selection to modify the panel notching to the correct size around the notching element.
Notching Element Moved out of Reference Plane

The notching element is moved away from the reference plane.
The warning message displays with the comment Position of bonding condition has changed
Click Update or Reset Selection to delete the notching from the panel.
Deleted Notching Element

The notching element is deleted.
The warning message displays with the comment Notching element is missing
Click Update or Reset Selection to delete the notching from the panel.
Moved Bounding Elements

Bounding elements are moved to a different position.
The warning message displays with the comment Position of bounding condition has changed
Click Update or Reset Selection to reset the panel back to the original position.
Split Bounding Elements

Bounding elements are split.
The warning message displays with the comment Bounding conditions have changed
Click Update or Reset Selection to correct the bounding conditions.
Split Bounded Plate Plane Intersects with different Bounding Element

The split plane of a split bounded plate intersects with a different bounding element as a result of moving a bounding
element to a different position.
The fail message displays with the comment Bounding structure is not closed
Deleted Split Bounded Plate Element

A bounded element is deleted that is part of a split bounded plate.
The fail message displays with the comment Bounding element is missing
Related Topics
• Create Bounded Plate
• Split Section, Panel or Bounded Plate
• Non-Routed Item
6/4/2021 View Panel Dimensions
Plates : View Panel Dimensions
View Panel Dimensions

Displays panel dimension tags for the currently selected panel elements in the 3D view.
Repeat the command to remove the dimension tags from the 3D view.
If the currently selected element is not a section or a panel, a user message displays indicating that the currently
selected element cannot be dimensioned.

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Structural Design User Guide

Introduction : Structural Defaults

False Select the option button to define created joints as

True Select the option button to define created joints as

Refer to Dominant and Subordinate Connections for further information.

False Select the option button to turn edge to calculated position

True Select the option button to turn edge to calculated position

Refer to Edge to Calculated Position for further information.

Structural Design User Guide

Structural Design User Guide

Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Structure

Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the structure element.

Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to Structure

OK Click OK to create the structure element in the Model

Grid reference Displays the name of the associated reference grid.

Structural Design User Guide

Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Framework

Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the framework

Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to

OK Click OK to create the framework element in the Model

Grid reference Displays the name of the associated grid plane.

Structural Design User Guide

Introduction : Hierarchy : Create Sub-Frame

Purpose Allows you to input the purpose of the sub-frame element.

Attributes Click to display the Attributes window. Refer to Sub-

OK Click OK to create the sub-frame element in the Model

Grid reference Displays the name of the associated grid plane.

Structural Design User Guide

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Section Settings

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Section Settings : Default Section Specification

Default Section Specification

Structural Input a value in the field or select the default

Default Material Input a value in the field or select the default

Default Justification Input a value in the field or select the default

Profile Specification Input a value in the field or select the default

Profile Input a value in the field or select the default profile

Profile Properties Allows you to modify the property values of the

Copy Defaults from Existing Profile

Apply Defaults to Existing Profiles

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Section Settings : Snap Points

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Section Settings : Section and Panel Storage

Section and Panel Storage

Structures Displays the name of the STRU element that is associated

Structure Displays the name of the STRU element that is associated

If a section or panel is moved, the associated manual storage area is unchanged.

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Create Sections

The geometry of a section is defined by two types of properties setting:

section and Channel).

Note: Refer to Structural Catalogue for further information.

Structural Design User Guide

Sections : Create Sections : Straight Sections

Create Single Straight Section

You are prompted to Beta angle

The new GENSEC element displays in the Model Explorer.

Create Continuous Straight Sections