2. MODELING

CHAPTER 2 "MODELLING" 96 5.3 Member 5.3.1 Mathematical member This command allows you to enter one or more mathematical members. In addition to the possibility of directly entering the physical characteristics of the bar, the program provides the possibility of automatic calculation of these elements by entering the corresponding physical cross-section. In SCADA Pro you can enter 3 types of linear elements: B-3d , Truss and B-3def (beam on elastic foundation). Selecting the command displays the following dialog box: where you enter the details of the member. Specify for the member the " Type ", " Material " and " Quality ". Decide whether to assign the member a cross-section and which one.