Hinge (Inelastic Hinge)

 

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Methodology

Inelastic Hinge

- Inelastic hinge can be applied to the structural elements to simulate crack or local (plastic) failure.

- Applicable in Nonlinear Static and Time History Analysis as follows : Nonlinear, Construction Stage, Consolidation, Fully Coupled, SRM (Slope Stability).

- Following properties are available to define inelastic hinge : Beam, Truss, Elastic Link and Point Spring

 

 

 

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