Defining a new support

In order to define a new support, the supported member must have been already inserted into the model.

The procedure differs little bit according to the shape and placement of the support. In general, however, it is simple and straightforward and the difference for individual variants is only in the specification of the support precise position.

The procedure for the definition of a new support

1. Go to the input panel.

2. Open branch Support.

3. Start function for the support type that should be inserted:

   1. Support in node for a point support located in a node.

   2. Support on 1D for a point support located "somewhere" on a 1D member.

   3. Line support on 1D for a linear support of a 1D member.

4. Choose the required support type:

   1. Standard support

   2. Foundation block or foundation strip

   3. Column or wall

5. Input necessary parameters for the selected support type (point or linear).

6. Specify the orientation of the support.

7. Specify the location of the support:

   1. No action is needed for a point support in node.

   2. Specify the position of the support on a 1D member (in the case of point support on a 1D member).

   3. Specify the position of the start-point and end-point of support on a 1D member (in the case of linear support on a 1D member).

8. Confirm the settings with button [OK].

9. Select nodes (for point support in node) or 1D members (for point and line support on a 1D member) where the adjusted supporting conditions should be defined.

10. Close the function.

11. Repeat steps 3 to 10 as many times as required.

12. Close the service Structure.