Function
- Define control parameters of deflection for serviceability check.
Steel Serviceability Parameters are applied to beam and column members.
Call
From main menu, select [Design] tab > [Type : Steel Design] > [Design Input Data] group > [Design Parameters] > [Serviceability Parameters]
Input
Select a beam member from the Model View to enter the following parameters:
Option
Add/Replace : Add a new value or modify a predefined value.
Delete : Delete a predefined value
Selection Type
Select all the members 'All' or select the members by using 'By Selection'
Deflection Control for Beams
Enter the limiting deflection for beam members.
Deflection Control for Columns
Enter the limiting deflection for column members (h0= overall height of the structure, h= height of the column).
Deflection Amplification Factor
Enter the Deflection Amplification Factor.