# Strands

This section imports prestressing strand profiles from the OpenBrIM library.

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**Navigation:** Properties > Strands

For detailed parameter explanations, see the [Strands Reference](https://docs.openbrim.org/templates/concrete-u-girder-bridge-workflow/properties-cug/strands-cug).
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## Steps

### Step 1: Navigate to Strands

Navigate to **Properties > Strands** in the tree view.

![Navigation](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2258927629/image-20230824-151401.png?api=v2)

### Step 2: Import Strand Profile

Click the **three-dots icon** on the first cell of Name and select **Import Strand Profile**.

### Step 3: Select Strand Size

Import the following strand profile from the library:

| Library Path                                                                    | Profile Name             |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| OpenBrIM Bridge Objects > ASTM Strand Sizes (Imperial) > ASTM A416 Grade 270ksi | Grade 270 3/5 inch No:15 |

![Import Strand](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2258927629/image-20230824-152011.png?api=v2)

## Verification

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After completing these steps, the strand profile should appear as shown below.
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![Completed Strands](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2258927629/image-20230824-152129.png?api=v2)