Hi all, I am modelling a hypar structure in tension. I have generated a surface mesh to divide the structure into 200 triangular plates (in order for them to be coplanar). Should I apply loads differently or apply changes to SURFACE INCIDENCES? How…

I was running a design for a WT vertical brace and found what I believe to be a mistake in the calculation of the shear lag factor, U, for tensile rupture. I have (7) rows of bolts connecting the WT flange to the gusset. From AISC Table D3.1 I would expect…