2D Element Elliptical Mesh
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a regular warped grid of 2D elements, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
2D Element Orthogonal Mesh
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a regular grid of 2D elements, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
2D Element Skew Mesh
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a regular warped grid of 2D elements, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
3D Element Orthogonal Mesh
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a regular warped grid of 2D elements, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Grid
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a grid, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Orthogonal Frame
The information supplied on these pages provides a description of an orthogonal frame, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Pitched Portal
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a pitched portal frame, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Portal Frame
The information supplied on these pages provides a description of a portal frame, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Pratt Truss
The information supplied on these pages provides a description of a truss, a Vierendeel truss, or a Pratt truss, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Roof Truss
The information supplied on this page provides a description of a roof truss, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Structure Types
For space and plane structures the user is able to select the type of structure to generate. The full set of options is:
Truss
The information supplied on these pages provides a description of a truss, a Vierendeel truss, or a Pratt truss, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Vierendeel
The information supplied on these pages provides a description of a truss, a Vierendeel truss, or a Pratt truss, which is subsequently used to generate the structural model. The units of length are reported on the dialog, alongside a sketch of the structural form.
Working with data in GSA
The correct way of building a model can take many forms. The most appropriate method will depend on the shape and complexity of the model. Familiarity with other programs, such as spreadsheets and CAD packages will affect the approach, as will the availability of the geometric data in other formats.