SAP2000 calculates section-cut forces by summing the forces which act on member joints within the group of frame, shell, and link objects which define the section cut. During summation, the forces and moments at joint locations are transformed into equivalent conditions at a point of summation. They are then transformed into the local coordinate system which is specified for the reporting of section-cut forces. Section cuts may be defined by group, by cutting plane, or within the graphical user interface.
Articles
Tutorials
| Title | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|
| Section-cut first steps | Introductory tutorial for using section cuts. | SAP2000 |
Test Problems
| Title | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|
| Frame and shell section cuts | Section cuts are defined through a simply-supported beam which is modeled using frame and shell objects. | SAP2000 |
| Moving-load analysis section cuts | Verification of section-cut forces generated during moving-load analysis. | SAP2000 |
| Saving section cuts during moving-load analysis | Sections cuts may be saved during moving-load analysis through this procedure. | SAP2000 |
| Section cuts drawn within the graphical user interface | Draw section cuts within the graphical user interface using either 2D or 3D views. | SAP2000 |
| Tendon force vs. frame response | Tendon application is validated by comparing tendon forces to those in an equivalent frame system. | SAP2000 |