Truss Load Rating (LFD) [TB]

The Truss Load Rating (LFD) template collects the inputs that stay constant across all truss member load ratings — the mapped LFD Load Rating Combination Table, the effective length factor for compression buckling, the Rp reduction factor for holes, and the axial resistance factor. Each individual Truss Load Rating (LFD) object (under the Load Rating section) points at one template to inherit these values so they do not have to be repeated at every member.

General

Load Rating Combination (LFD): The LFD Load Rating Combination Table used as the basis for all analysis results and load factors in the rating. Pick a Load Rating Combination Table (LFD) that maps the analysis result cases and their Design, Legal, Emergency, and Permit live-load stages. The user must provide a value.

LFR Factors

K, Effective Length Factor (compression buckling): Effective length factor K used for compression-member buckling in the LFD column equation (AASHTO Standard Specifications Article 10.54.1.1). Typical values depend on the end-condition assumption — for example 1.0 for members effectively pinned at both ends.

Rp Reduction Factor for Holes [1.0 Drilled Full Size/0.90 Punched Full Size]: Reduction factor Rp used with the net-section fracture limit state. Use 1.0 when the holes are drilled full size, and 0.90 when the holes are punched full size.

Phi, Axial Resistance Factor (LFD): The resistance factor φ applied to the nominal axial capacity (tension and compression). For LFD load rating this is typically 1.0.