Vertical Bracing (Again!)

[djc1984]

Attached is a screen grab of the problem i've got. Is there any way to get the bracing to do that, or will I need to create my own family to get this to work?

Thanks

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[m20roxxers]

What is the analytical position of the Beam?

Can you post that file with just those elements.

[djc1984]

Beams are top/centre and columns are centre/centre (as default).

[Craig_L]

In all honesty I understand little about analytical packages, but can you explain how that analytical node point can be correct when the physical transfer from the x-brace happens at the bottom flange? I don't understand at all how that can transfer load to that point when fixed down there...

Are you using the analytical model for anything? If you arent using it to analyse the model its an easy fix, I have actually created some families of solid extrusions for cross bracing that will model both x-members at the same time when placed and still output all the right info for a schedule...this is a good way around it, but you do miss out on the analytical side of the model that way.

[balazs.trojak]

We do not use the vertical bracing functionality. It leaves you with no control over the member. Instead we routinely use simple framing elements (beams) to model bracing. With a little filtering these can be made to show up properly on plans too. When exporting to analysis, just input the braces by hand in the analysis software. This way you retain control over both ends of the brace horizontally, vertically and rotation wise to.

[brian104662]

Check your bracing nodes, they're snapping to the beam end nodes rather than the column node, you have hit tab a few times to find the right snap. It's subtle but it's there.