This page is devoted to frequently asked questions (FAQ) related to reporting.
Why is my report missing results for load cases and load combinations?
Answer: The default format file used to generate reports, available through File > Create Report, has a filter which only prints results from linear-static and modal analysis cases. This filter should be removed by editing the default format file through Options > Database > Edit Format File. Afterwards, the load cases and load combinations desired may be chosen through File > Report Setup. These cases and combinations will then be included when the report is generated through File > Create Report.
As an alternative, the Advanced Report Writer, available through the File menu, may be used to customize the report as necessary.
How is a simple summary of load combinations printed?
Extended Question: I would like to print a simple summary which includes the name of each load combination, the load cases included, and the factors applied to those load cases. How is this done?
Answer: This may be accomplished through one of the following methods:
- Select File > Print Table > Model Definition > Load Pattern Definitions > Response Combinations > Table: Combination Definitions to chose tables for printing, as shown in Figure 1:
Figure 1 - Chose tables for printing
- Select Edit > Interactive Database Editing to achieve the same effect. Here, information may either be printed or exported to Excel for post-processing.
- Select Display > Show Tables.
- Select File > Create Report or File > Advanced Report Writer to include, in the report, the table entitled Table: Combination Definitions.
How is the acceleration and velocity of a specific point on a bridge model obtained when subjected to a moving vehicle load?
Answer: This may be accomplished by defining a plot function through Display > Show Plot Functions, available using the [joint displacement plot function] form.
Is deflected configuration available for export into DXF format?
Answer: Deflected configuration may be exported into DXF format after analysis is run by selecting Analyze > Modify Undeformend Geometry, then by specifying the load case of interest. A scale factor may need to be specified to magnify deflection. Finally, select File > Export > AutoCAD .dxf File to export deflected configuration.