As of the 2021.e version, it is possible to export the model in STEP format. The options to export the complete structure (Structure) or specific assemblies (Assemblies) have been implemented in the dialogue where users can select to export the model to the BIMserver.center platform. This export section also includes the option to export in DSTV format.
Using the STEP format (ISO 10303), users can exchange data between design and manufacturing systems (CAD, CAM, CAE).
The following types of connections have been implemented:
This connection allows for the main section to be a rolled or built-up rolled I type, and for a circular hollow section or rectangular tube. The diagonal that is bolted to the haunch can be an angle, U or plate type.
This connection allows for the column to be a rolled double I or built-up double I with constant depth, or built-up double I with variable depth, the beam must be a built-up double I reinforced with variable depth. The beam is connected by an end plate bolted to the top of the column.
This connection is applicable to rolled double I-type sections. The beam is connected to the column by an end plate bolted to the column flange or web. The diagonal is joined to the haunch with angles bolted to the flanges and cover plates to the web.
This connection is applicable to rolled double-I type sections. The beam is connected to the column by an end plate bolted to the column flange or web. The diagonal is joined to the haunch by angles bolted to the flanges and a cover plate bolted to the web.
This connection allows two aligned tubes, of the same or different diameters, to be bolted together using a circular end plate.
This baseplate is applicable to circular tubes, the anchor plate is circular, with a radial distribution of stiffeners and bolts.
A new tool has been implemented to number the elements. Users can choose the prefix and initial number, as well as the option to assign a colour to each element automatically.
Identical elements will have the same assigned reference.
The elements that are generated by the connections can now be grouped in parts that are manufactured in the workshop, depending on the position of the execution of the welds.
The welds can be executed on site or in the workshop. Elements that are connected with a workshop weld will form a single element.
For each connection that is available in the program, users can select the place of execution, where the default option is the workshop.
Various connections have been adapted to reinforced sections with variable depth. The adapted connections are:
The following types of connections have been implemented:
Bolted connection between a rectangular tube and the I-section web stiffener. A cutting angle at the end of the tube is defined to be able to place the bolts inside the tube.
This connection joins I-section columns and beams. It is a moment connection in which the flanges and web of the beam are bolted to plates that are welded to the column. The plates of the flanges are joined to the column using butt welds. The web plate can be connected to the column with fillet or butt welds.
This connection joins I-section columns and beams. It is a moment connection in which the flanges of the beam are joined to the flange of the column using butt welds. The web of the beam is connected to the column using a side plate that is welded and bolted to the web of the beam.
The connection selection dialogue box has been improved, where the available connections have been grouped into various categories. The different types of connections are now shown with an image.
The following joints: "Moment connection to the flange of the main section" and "Moment connection to the web of the main section" have been improved. As of the 2021.b version, the webs can be displaced and the beams can reach the column obliquely in the horizontal plane.
The "Coordinates" section has been added in the edit sections dialogue box where users can consult and edit the coordinates of the initial and end points of the sections.
A glTF that contains the elements that make up the structure can now be exported.
As of the 2021.b version, several program instances can be opened simultaneously.
