Geometric shapes

SCIA Engineer offers a predefined set of basic cross-section shapes.

The procedure for insertion of this cross-section type into a project is identical with the procedure for any other cross-section type; the user just has to specify the type in the type-selection dialogue, choose the appropriate shape and size, and review or change the required parameters.

Similarly to other cross-section types, basic sectional characteristics are automatically calculated and the user may type in the non-numerical parameters such as name, material, colour, etc.

Sample cross-sections

Note: A separate book Profile library: Checked sections contains an overview of rolled cross-sections included in SCIA Engineer’s database.