Bolted beam Splice connection

Hi I'm using RAM cnnection, version 13 update 6. I need to check a splice connection but in this version i could only see standard sections to be used. Is there any updated version where we can input custom beam sizes, plate sizes and bolt coordinates.? To model a splice connection that's something like this

Thanks & Regards

Sambhav

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  • 1) Here's the screenshot for LHS and RHS member definition and setback. Although during design, I didnt see setback option or the lengths. By changing the thickness of the end plate the lengths got changed automatically in the graphics. I gave different lengths input and it didnt make any difference. its clear these parameters - setback and lengths have no impact

    2) There is no weld strength check?

    3) I could model bolts on four sides by selecting Assign->Basic/Smart Connection->EP BS Rectangular.

    • Now the splice joint behaves as an axial connection and not a moment connection as explained in the tutorials. Which is not the real case.
    • What's the difference between basic and smart connection as per the program?
    • There is no plate bearing failure check due to shear load applied when behave as an axial connection.

    4) File uploaded for your reference

    splice GT-202-490-04.zip

    5) I have downloaded the latest version V13.9 and will check in that too. But still would like you to share some insights how to use current version V13.6 to model a moment connection splice joint. 

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