Question:
Is it possible to view the tangential and radial analysis results and reinforcement requirements rather than orthogonal for a circular slab?
Answer:
To display the static analysis results and reinforcement requirements for a circular slab, the finite element mesh axes must be adjusted. Since the FE mesh axes follow the surface's local axes, these axes can be oriented toward a specific point, such as the circle's center.
To set this up, edit the surface and enable the "Specific axes" checkbox. This will activate a new "Input axes" tab with several options for orienting the surface's local axes.
Select the "Axis directed to point" option and the relevant axis x or y, then use the graphical selection tool to choose the center of the circular area as the first point. The second point will automatically be defined using a vertical Z-direction vector.
► Image | Surface Specific Axes and Input Axes Input Options https://www.dlubal.com/en/img/052880
After running the calculation, the static analysis results (e.g., internal forces) and the Concrete Design reinforcement requirements will be displayed radially and tangentially.
► Image | Orthogonal vs. Radial and Tangential Results Display https://www.dlubal.com/en/img/052881
