Approach

Working Method

XFrame2d allows you to work in multiple ways:

Graphical Input

You can draw your construction directly in the graphical screen using: - Node cursor for placing nodes - Beam cursor for drawing beams - Support cursors for adding supports - Load cursors for applying loads

Table Input

All elements can also be entered or modified through tables: - Nodes table - Beams table - Profiles table - Load cases table - Load combinations table

Combined Approach

The graphical and numerical input methods can be used simultaneously. After each change, all tables are updated and the construction is redrawn. The undo and redo functions work regardless of the input method used.

Workflow

1. Define Geometry - Create nodes, beams, and supports
2. Assign Profiles - Select steel or timber profiles for beams
3. Apply Loads - Define load cases and load combinations
4. Calculate - Run the analysis
5. Review Results - View forces, moments, and deflections
6. Optimize - Use the optimization tool for steel profiles
7. Generate Output - Create PDF or RTF reports