Crank Beam Modeling in RAM SS

Question

Doing a model of a duo pitch rafter steel roof. I'm just wondering if RAM SS can handle stuff like this? Any experienced? Thank you.

Seth Guthrie · Answer

I see people modeling some complex roofs in RAM SS from time to time and now that we have stub cantilevers (beams connected to only one support) there is a lot of possibilities. My cautions are are mostly that the diaphragm should probably be flexible as you don't want a rigid diaphragm inhibiting the thrust of a sloped roof. Also be sure to model each slope of the deck with a separate polygon and remember that wind load generation is based on the original story height only. More tips: