Data input and output sequence for the design and analysis of deep-flange beams

Deep-flanged beams can be defined and analysed in the program using the following sequence of data input and output:

1. Creating a new project (from "File", "New").
2. (Optional) Linking to BIMserver.center and import of deep-flanged beams based on data extracted from the BIM model.
3. Configuring general parameters (options in the "Project" section): selecting codes, definition of materials and/or manual configuration of general data and design options.
4. (Optional) Configuring the reinforcement tables (options in the "Assembly tables" group).
5. Inserting deep beams (from the beam list on the left-hand side panel, "New") that have not been imported from the BIM model.
6. Defining each deep-flanged beam. This is carried out as follows:
   • Select the beam from the list in the side panel.
   • Define the beam’s "Type", "Geometry" and "Loads" (options in the "Edit" group).
   • (Optional) View and/or edit the "Reinforcement" (in the "Edit" section) if you wish to enter and check a reinforcement or examine the reinforcement generated by the program during the design process.
7. Analysing, verifying and/or designing deep beams (the "Analysis" module):
   • The "Code check" option is used if the beam has been fully defined and you wish to verify the proposed reinforcement.
   • The "Design" option is used to allow the program to design the reinforcement of each beam if this has not been defined previously.
8. Generating reports (from "File", "Reports").
9. Retrieving the beam drawings (from "File", "Drawings").
10. (Optional) Exporting to BIMserver.center (under "BIM Model", "Share").