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Eccentric time history displacement load

Posted: 03 Sep 2018, 21:33
by sayali
I am modeling an RCC column in Seismostruct. How can I apply an eccentric load on my column (Static time history displacement)?

Re: Eccentric time history displacement load

Posted: 04 Sep 2018, 12:07
by huffte
If your intention is to apply an eccentric vertical load, an axial load in combination with a moment about the appropriate axis would work. If you are trying to apply an eccentric mass, then a rigid link offset from the column note or a lumped mass in combination with a rotary inertia should work.