Lateral Torsional Buckling

Function: The Lateral Torsional Buckling assignment is used to define the lateral restraint conditions for beam elements. With this function the user can specify the locations and types of lateral supports, enabling the software to calculate the effective buckling length according to design code. Operation: Select the target beam elements and define lateral support conditions by specifying support locations at the top flange, bottom flange, or both. Supports can be defined by number of segments, distances along the beam, or by referencing specific node numbers.