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    [PDF] The Complete Guide to Link Elements Ebook

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    Are you using link elements as they were intended?

     

     

    Most of the structures need links for accurate force transfer. It may be used to

    rigidly transfer force like in the case of a pile cap or it may be used to introduce

    certain flexibility in structures, like in the case of a bridge bearing. However,

    using the right type of link elements is particularly important for correct structural

    behavior.

     

     

    Through this eBook, you can learn about the different types of link options

    available in midas Civil. Illustrative examples are provided to help you

    understand what type of link elements could be used in a specific scenario. Common

    mistakes while modeling links and how to avoid these have also been discussed.

     

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    Key Points

     

    1. What are Link Elements?
         01-1. Elastic Link
                   01-1-1. Elastic link - General
                   01-1-2. Elastic link - Rigid
                   01-1-3. Elastic link - Compression Only
                   01-1-4. Elastic link - Tension Only
                   01-1-5. Elastic link - Multi-linear

    01-2. Rigid Links
    01-3. General Links

    2. Differences Between Link Elements

         02-1. Rigid Link vs. Elastic Link - Rigid
         02-2. General Link vs. Elastic Link - Rigid
         02-3. General Link vs. Elastic Link - Multi-linear

    3. Link Application Examples
        Case 1. Box girder superstructure up to the bottom of bearing 
        Case 2. Connecting pier to foundation plate elements
        Case 3. Modeling a pylon with a continuous cable for an extradosed bridge

    4. Common Mistakes in Modeling Link Elements
        04-1. Activating the connected nodes without activating the link 
        04-2. Activating links without activating the required nodes
        04-3. Incorrect modeling with rigid link links

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