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Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Gerhard Rehm
2021-03-29

Comparing Results with Defined Limit Using RF-/LIMITS

The RF-/LIMITS add-on module allows you to compare the ultimate limit state of members, member ends, nodes, nodal supports, and surfaces (RFEM only) by means of a defined ultimate load capacity. Furthermore, you can check nodal displacements and cross-section dimensions. In this example, the column bases of a carport are to be compared with the maximum allowable forces specified by the manufacturer.

Then, the module compares the existing internal forces or cross-section dimensions with the allowable ones. To do this, the design can be run according to EN 1995‑1‑1 (standard for the design of timber structures) with the corresponding National Annexes. If no standard is selected, the consideration of a partial safety factor can be activated optionally.

You can also import your user‑defined database on other computers. This requires the Limits_User.db3 file and the LIMITS folder in the program data folder (Dlubal Standard: C:\ProgramData\Dlubal\"Your Version"\General Data) on the target computer in the same path. The RSTAB/RFEM version number used should not differ.

Limit Parameters of Column Base
Limit Parameters of Column Base

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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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