Parameterization of the model in which the lateral stiffness of the wall is modeled as a connecting rod working only in compression. The dimensions of the connecting rod are automatically calculated within the parameters following the criteria of the model. It allows to enter material properties (masonry, concrete), dead load, live load, wind load and the general geometry of the portal frame. Additionally, it allows to control the wind load profile by means of n coefficients ranging from 2 to 10 as well as the number of levels.
Model created by the technical team of Dlubal Latam. The model is also available as a parameterized block at the Dlubal Latam site.
The file to download contains a parametrized model saved as a block (*.rf6 file type).
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Wall as Equivalent Connecting Rod
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Number of Nodes | 22 |
Number of Lines | 50 |
Number of Members | 50 |
Number of Surfaces | 0 |
Number of Solids | 0 |
Number of Load Cases | 5 |
Number of Load Combinations | 0 |
Number of Result Combinations | 0 |
Total Weight | 61.835 tons |
Dimensions (Metric) | 5.000 x 30.000 x 0.000 m |
Dimensions (Imperial) | 16.4 x 98.43 x 0 feet |
You can download this structural model to use it for training purposes or for your projects. However, we do not assume any guarantee or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the model.





It is now possible to keep the results of the steel, steel joint, aluminum, and timber design despite changing the design properties and settings (see the setting in the image). The results are thus not deleted, but marked as invalid.
When restarting the design, only the invalid design results are updated. If objects are subsequently added to the design, they are additionally designed when restarting the design, while the previously calculated results remain valid.

For the fire resistance design of timber surfaces, you can display a charring diagram depending on the time of fire exposure.
It is also possible to print this charring diagram into the printout report.

You have the option to perform the fire resistance design of surfaces using the reduced cross-section method. The reduction is applied over the surface thickness. It is possible to perform the design checks for all timber materials allowed for the design.
For cross-laminated timber, depending on the type of adhesive, you can select whether it is possible for individual carbonized layer parts to fall off, and whether you can expect increased charring in certain layer areas.
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Among others, the following cross-laminated timber manufacturers are available in the layer structure library:
- Binderholz (USA)
- KLH (USA, CAN)
- Kalesnikoff (USA, CAN)
- Nordic Structures (USA, CAN)
- Mercer Mass Timber
- SmartLam
- Sterling Structural
- Superstructures listed in Lignatec Edition 32 "Cross-Laminated Timber of Swiss Production"
By importing a structure from the layer structure library, all relevant parameters are adopted automatically. The library is continually updated.