Example of definition of wire fabric surface distribution

The following drawing illustrates the surface distribution of wire fabrics in a slab.

To define the surface distribution of wire fabrics in a slab, follow these steps:

1. Click the Surface reinforcement - wire fabrics icon
2. Specify the parameters listed below:
   • wire fabric distribution: automatic
   • distribution type:
   • support width = 250 mm
   • cover = 30 mm
3. Click Pick point, and indicate a point located within the slab contour
4. Select the Distribution region option and click OK.
5. In the Distribution dialog, specify the parameters listed below:

   Wire fabricfield:

   type: B196

   lap splices: R = 450 mm, r = 300 mm

   Distribution parameters field:

   angle = 90

   location: top/internal

   align: to 1st edge

   type: normal

   Grouping option: switched off

   number of layers: 1

6. Click Add; the generated surface distribution of wire fabrics is shown in the drawing below (a summary table for wire fabrics has been added; view the table by clicking the icon Wire fabrics - summary table ).