Function
- This function is used to define the flange and web as per the classification defined in the Eurocode ( EN 1993-1-1：2005). The distinction is necessary for the program to distinguish the top flange, bottom flange and the web for the determination of the Section Class as per the code for the Composite General Section generated using SPC. This function is not required for the composite plate girder (defined using the section database of midas Civil).
- The user must define the individual parts of the steel part.
Call
From the main menu, select [Design] tab > [Type : Steel Composite Design] > [Design Input Data] group > [Design Parameters] > [Define Flange&Web]
Input
Define Flange & Web
Target Section & Element
Select a Section for which the parts are to be defined.
Both end parts (I&J) have the same Design Group
Specify whether the definition of parts is same for the two ends ( I and J ).
Group Name
Specify the group name viz Top Flange, Bottom Flange and Web. The Group Name can be specified after clicking .
After clicking , the following window will appear:
Group Name : Specify the Group Name.
Group Type : Specify the Group Type.
After specifying the Group Name and Type Click Add.
Each Separate web must be assigned an individual group name. It affects the calculation of shear resistance and the classification of the cross section.
Part Name
Specify the part name for the selected member.
Part Type
Specify the part type for the part. The part type can be defined as Internal or Outstand as defined in EN 1993-1-1：2005.
The following be taken in mind.
1. The parts must be defined as different. [For more details.]
2. Two separate webs must be defined in different web groups. [For more details..]