F Shape Barrier

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For detailed parameter explanations, see the F Shape Barrier Reference.

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Navigate to Superstructure Attachments > F Shape Barrier

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The F barrier will be defined on both the left and right sides of the Deck object. Click three-dots icon on Deck cell and set Deck1 at twice.

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Select the Orientation of the barriers on both sides as in the figure.

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Set the concrete Material of the barrier to Fc_4ksi.

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Enter Start Transverse Offset and End Transverse Offset as in the figure.

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You can make adjustments to the "Dimensions" tab if you wish.

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Quick Tip Barriers are included in the FE model to distribute the Wind Forces. Also, by assigning a section, you can define a custom shaped barrier.

Quick Tip: Transverse Offset Direction

Offset values use PGL as the reference point.



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F Shape Barrier

F Shape Barrier

Dimensions

<br>BR1 Deck1 Left Fc_4ksi -251 -251<br>BR2 Deck1 Right Fc_4ksi 251 251<br>

<br>BR1 35 20 15 10 0<br>BR2 35 20 15 10 0<br>

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