13. OPTIMIZATION

CHAPTER 13 'OPTIMISATION' 21 EXAMPLE For example, the image above shows the creation of a group of 209 mm thick slabs belonging to level c with an elevation of 900.00 cm and includes two slabs (1,2) as shown in the list of members. Finally, note that in order to display the plates and make their selection graphically, you need to go to the corresponding section of the plates. Metallic cross sections As far as the Steel Sections are concerned, creation of groups is done for both beams and columns, in the same way as for reinforced concrete sections. The selection of the first element determines the cross-section, material and layer of elements belonging to this group. EXAMPLE For example, in the image above a group was created containing the members of pillars 37 and 38 which are of IPE 450 cross-section, belong to the Metal layer. Subcolumns and their material is s235(Fe360). All this information is also shown in the line above the dimension field. So all of the above tools and commands give you the ability and flexibility to specify design constraints on as many members and in any way you wish.