Strand
The analysis will automatically discount any strand that is present at an opening. You can change the location of individual strands by selecting a row, which opens up another grid row that lists the horizontal offsets of each strand from the previous (the first entry in this row is the distance to the left edge of the column).
Add Strand: Add a row to the strand table./
Remove Strand(s): Removes one or more rows from the strand table.
Copy Strand(s): Copies one or more rows within the strand table.
Strand Table
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Size: Select from a predefined list of sizes, or assign a custom size.
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Edge Distances: Distance from the corresponding edge (Left, Right, Back, or Front) and the c.g. of the closest strand row or column.
Rebar
For mild reinforcement, the user must account for holes themselves.
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Add Bar: Add a row to the bar table.
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Mirror Bars: Mirrors the current row about the c.g. of the column for insulated columns, and relative to the faces for other types of columns (using the cover).Bar
Rebar Table
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Size: ASTM bar size of reinforcement. If custom is selected, custom bar area and diameter must be entered.
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Diameter: Bar diameter for the selected bar, and is not editable when an ASTM bar size is specified. When a ‘Custom’ type is specified, the user must input this value.
Rebar Quantity: Input the # of rows and columns of strands.
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End Conditions: Here you can select between five different end conditions: straight, 90 degree hook, 180 degree hook, headed, headed, and anchored (always assumed to be 100% developed). These end conditions are used in calculating the development length. The start of the column is assumed to be the bottom of the column in the final condition.
Transverse
Transverse reinforcement (ties) may be added in this section. Typically these consist of individual rectangular ties spaced evenly along the length of the member (sometimes with multiple ties spaced closer together at the ends of the member or below corbels). Continuous spirals are also supported.
Add Transverse: Add a row to the transverse table.
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Copy Transverse: Copy one or more rows within the transverse table.
Transverse Table
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Size: ASTM bar size of transverse bar. If custom is selected, custom bar area and diameter must be entered.
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