Use the options on the Strut tab to generate a strut.
If Generate strut is not selected, struts will not be generated. In order to generate struts between selected bars in a structure, select Generate strut.
Structure elements created as a strut is generated:
- Horizontal profile
- Connector plate
- Bolts or welds
The axis of a strut profile is determined by the positions of points 1 and 2 in the main bracing plane.Point 1 is the point of intersection of the axis of column 1 and the second auxiliary line of a bracing; point 2 is the point of intersection of the axis of column 2 and the first auxiliary line (see the drawing below).
Specify profile parameters:
- Strut profile - round or rectangular pipes
- Family to which the strut profile should belong
Profiles available on the selection list are those defined in the Profile List dialog. To add a profile to the list, click 
. The Profile list dialog displays, where you can select a profile.
Profile families available on the selection list are those defined in the Family Manager dialog. To add a family to the list, click 
. The Family manager dialog displays, in which you can select a family.
Under Strut fixing, specify the strut-gusset plate connection:
Hollow section (cut tube)
by means of a Tee plate.
For both connection types, appropriate dimensions should be defined under Strut fixing.
Define sealing plate parameters for either type of strut fixing:
- Generate - select this in order to create a sealing plate
- Rectangular
- Circular
Select either Rectangular or Circular for the closing plate.
Under Connect plate position in relation to gusset plate,select either Front or Behind.