Beams

Beams are the main structural elements in XFrame2d. They connect nodes and transfer forces through the structure.

Adding Beams

Beams can be added in the graphical screen:

1. Select the beam tool from the toolbar
2. Click on the start node
3. Click on the end node
4. The beam is created

While drawing, you can:

• Snap to existing nodes
• Create new nodes automatically
• Enter exact length via keyboard

Beam Properties

Double-click on a beam to open the properties dialog:

Begin node / End node The nodes that define the beam

Profile The cross-section assigned to this beam

Beam type (load) Used by the Load Generator to determine wind and snow loads

Table Input

Beams can also be added/changed in the Beams table.

Related Topics

• Spring Beam Connection
• Eurocode
• Profiles