Learn about software improvements for structural engineering and analysis.
Structural Framing and Modeling
- Shape handles are now available to click and drag the end extensions or cutback of beams and braces in the drawing area. Use shape handles to directly manipulate framing element geometry and snap ends to other geometry or reference lines. See About Framing Element Shape Handles.
- Structural framing element families now have a Section Shape category. When defined, the Section Shape category creates new section dimensions for the framing element. See Apply Section Shape Parameters to Framing Elements
- The instance property Elevation at Top has been added to isolated foundations, wall foundations, and foundation slabs. Elevation at Top specifies the elevation of the highest point or plane of the foundation. You can use this information in tags when documenting a project.