Example definition of crest-shaped reinforcement

Use this option to define the crest-shaped reinforcement within the rectangle as shown below.

To define the crest-shaped reinforcement follow these steps:

1. In the Special Reinforcement dialog choose the reinforcement type - crest-shaped reinforcement.
2. Define the following values in the dialog (the Shape parameters field):
   • hook bend angles at the bar beginning and end 90 degrees,
   • hook lengths 0.06 m,
   • number of legs n = 7.
3. Click (Diagonal).
4. Indicate a first rectangle apex (see the above drawing).
5. In the command line, choose the Second hook command (by entering the capital letter) - it changes a hook position on the bar end.
6. In the command line, choose the Orientation command - it rotates reinforcement within the contour.
7. Indicate a second rectangle apex (see the above drawing) - the reinforcement obtained is shown below.