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2020-05-20

Import of Members from DXF File into RFEM 5

Is it also possible to create members when importing a DXF file into RFEM?


Answer:

The lines in a DXF file can be imported as lines or members. You can select the "Create Members" option in the "ASCII Format DXF (*.dxf)" tab of the import dialog box (Image 01).

When importing members, the names of layers are adopted as cross-section names, and the first material is assigned from among the predefined materials. If a cross-section from the Dlubal cross-section library and a material from the Dlubal material library by recognized from the layer name, they are adopted. The layer name must be specified in the format [Cross-Section Name]$[Material Name] (for example, IPE 300$Structural Steel S 235 JR).

The import of lines/members is shown in the video.


Author

Ms. von Bloh provides technical support for our customers and is responsible for the development of the SHAPE‑THIN program as well as steel and aluminum structures.

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