Using the Finite Element Method on Truss Structures

by Franceso Onorato

About this worksheet:

This PTC Mathcad calculation shows how to design a warehouse based on a steel beam structure. Truss design is commonly taught in engineering courses, but based on a hand calculations approach. Instead, this worksheet uses a robust and error-checking method that can be performed automatically and repeatedly.

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