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Joint Check

Ansys

Femap

/ 16 Jul 2025

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Joint Check is a part of the API RP-2A LRFD standard (offshore check) which verifies the strength of tubular construction under tension or compression members. Let make some definition:

Joint is a node where two or more incline elements are connected.
Chord is a set of non-welded elements that form a straight line.
Brace is a welded to a chord element

Joints and brace classification are recognized automatically in SDC Verifier.
Themes covered in tutorial:

What is Joint Check?
Connection Types;
Joint Check implementation:

Settings;
Resistance coefficient;
Load Transfer;
Results.

Particular cases.

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