Create a rectangular pattern using a corner point

Bolts, holes, or shear studs are inserted in a rectangle defined by a start point (one of the rectangle's corners). The extension in the X- and Y-direction is unlimited.

Starting from one corner point the pattern extends in two directions. You can define an edge distance to the rectangular contour from the first bolt.

To access the command

Ribbon: Objects > Connection objects:

Command line: ASTORBOLTSHOLESLLSIDES

To create a rectangular bolt pattern using a corner point

1. Place a coordinate system with the X/Y plane in the required plane.
2. On the Objects tab, Switch panel switch to bolts: .
3. Select a suitable display type if necessary. For example, for beams, if the pattern is inserted on the gauge line, use the Exact display type.
4. On the Objects tab, Connection objects panel: Click .
5. Select the objects to connect and press <Enter>.
6. Define a starting point.

• The bolt pattern is created.

To create a rectangular hole or shear stud pattern using a corner point

1. Set a suitable user coordinate system.
2. On the Objects tab, Switch panel switch to the required object type: holes or shear studs.
3. Select a suitable display type if necessary. For example, for beams, if the pattern is inserted on the gauge line, use the Exact display type.
4. On the Objects tab, Connection objects panel: Click .
5. For a hole or shear stud pattern: Select a beam or plate, which the holes go through or on which the studs are fastened and press <Enter>.
6. Specify a corner point.

• The pattern is created.