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# Shear Stud

This section defines shear stud connectors for composite deck action.

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**Navigation:** Superstructure > Connections > Shear Stud

For detailed parameter explanations, see the [Shear Stud Reference](https://docs.openbrim.org/templates/steel-tub-girder-bridge-workflow/superstructure-stg/connections-stg/shear-stud-stg).
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## Steps

### Step 1: Navigate to Shear Stud

Navigate to **Connections > Shear Stud** in the tree view.

![Shear Stud navigation](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2173632536/image-20230221-112450.png?api=v2)

### Step 2: Select Girders

Select the girders on which shear studs will be placed.

### Step 3: Define Stud Locations

Enter the name and **Start & End Stations** for shear stud placement.

![Stud locations](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2173632536/image-20230221-113218.png?api=v2)

### Step 4: Configure Stud Properties

Modify the **Shear Stud** tab to adjust stud dimensions and spacing.

![Stud properties](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2173632536/image-20230221-114240.png?api=v2)

### Step 5: Toggle Display

Edit the **Show Bolts (Detailing)** parameter to enable or disable stud visualization.

<details>

<summary><strong>Quick Tip:</strong> Skewed Supports</summary>

For skewed insertion points, adjust shear stud Start and End Stations by multiplying with the sine of the skew angle.

</details>

## Verification

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The completed shear studs are shown below.
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![Completed shear studs](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2173632536/image-20230221-114900.png?api=v2)


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