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Truss

In one sentence: Create a structural truss from a line, automatically generating chord, vertical, and diagonal members.


Overview

Workbench: BIM
Menu: 3D/BIM → Truss
Command: Arch_Truss
IFC class: IfcMember

Creates a structural truss from a single line, automatically generating the top chord, bottom chord, vertical members, and diagonal members based on the selected truss pattern.


Key properties

Property Description
Height Truss depth (mm)
TrussAngle Diagonal member angle (degrees)
SlantType Diagonal pattern: Pratt, Warren, Howe, etc.

See also

  • Beam — simple structural beam
  • Frame — profile sweep for custom linear members
  • BIM Workbench — workbench overview