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*Hinge
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To specify hinge elements in the structural discretisation.
Refer to Hinge and Flex Joints for further information on this feature.
One type of line which can be repeated as often as necessary.
Line defining a hinge:
Hinge Element (Number or Label), [STIFFNESS=Rotational Stiffness]
If you specify an element label rather than an element number, it must be enclosed in {} brackets. Rotational Stiffness defaults to zero.
Input: |
Description |
Element: |
The hinge element (number or label). If you specify an element label rather than an element number, it must be enclosed in {} brackets. |
Stiffness: |
The rotational stiffness of the hinge. This is an optional input which defaults to zero. |
(a)It is strongly recommended that the two nodes of the hinge element be coincident for unambiguous results.