model and calculate a suspension bridge by RM Bridge V8

Hi everybody.

I am currently modeling a suspension bridge with a span diagram of 125m-400m-125m.

And, I have referenced how to calculate tension of main cable and hanger cable as instructed in Demo of RM Bridge V8, and I obtained a deflection of 2.2m. I realize that the cable tension at the edge of the cable is negative (meaning that the cable is compressed), I want to ask you if I should adjust the cable hanger's internal force to reflect the working nature of the rope bridge?, Of course, here I adjust the internal force according to the displacement control.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards.

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