RC Generic Layouts

The RC generic layouts specify the parameters which control the placing of bars in a generic member. In GSA there is a distinction between a layout which offers parameters to determine an arrangement which is a specific set of bars at given positions. The design of a generic RC member will replace the current reinforcement in a section with a new arrangement that is selected based on the parameters specified for the layout.

Definition

Name

Layouts have a name to make it easier to identify a particular layout.

Rebar Material

Only a single reinforcement material can be assigned to a layout.

Bar Details

The bar sizes that can be considered for in order in which the bars will be checked, so if the preference is for larger bars these should come at the start of the list. The bars are spaced around the perimeter, by default in a single layer. A minimum number of bars and a maximum spacing can be assigned should the design code require this .

Links and Cover

The positioning of the bars is constrained by the cover and links.