First, you should check the direction in which the self-weight of the structural elements acts. You can also display the self-weight graphically using "Display Navigator" (see Image 01). It often happens that a user does not convert the data when switching the global Z‑axis in the calculation parameters, and then only adjusts the geometry. The self-weight acts in the wrong direction, and it is necessary to assign it a correct sign in the load case (see Image 02).
Lifting Forces Due to Wrong Direction of Self-Weight
I get lifting support forces, although the loads act in opposite directions. How is this possible?
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Mr. Rehm is responsible for developing products for timber structures, and he provides technical support for customers.
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