Applies To
	Product(s):	RAM Connection
	Version(s):	CONNECT Edition
	Environment:
	Area:	RAM Connection
	Subarea:	Connection design
	Original Author:	Abhisek Mandal, Bentley Technical Support Group

How does RAM Connection take input cylindrical and cube strength of concrete in base plate design?

For a base plate connection we need to provide concrete grade in RAM Connection. For BS code there is a provision to include Concrete grade based on cylinder strength and cube strength input. For example if cylinder strength of concrete is 32 N/mm2  and cube strength is 40 N/mm2 , one can use C32-40T. One can change this material after going inside the connection pad and changing the material under support option as shown below.

Even if someone used AISC or any other code for designing the base plate, material can be used from any country like United kingdom in this case.