Shape geometry can be output to a DXF file. Analyses consist of members, supports, braces, loadings and load combinations. Transverse loads may be concentrated or distributed, and applied at any angle, thus producing biaxial bending. Axial loads may include eccentricities which induce additional moments. You can display and print diagrams for reactions, shears, moments, and deflection.
Complete documentation is included as an integrated help file.
A concise user's guide is also provided. A powerful new feature in Version 3.5 is the elastic buckling analysis of any cross-section using the finite strip method. Some shapes may be subject to a mode of buckling where the section distorts. This tool helps the engineer to evaluate this behavior, and provides preparation for this upcoming direction in cold-formed steel design. For a hands-on look at the entire capabilities, download the demo version of CFS .