Bracket Statement

The BRACKET statement is used to generate type standard brackets and to connect brackets of the other types to a panel.

In generating type standard brackets, some of the parameters of the bracket (and its location) are normally derived from the surrounding structure. However, it is also possible to generate such brackets by explicitly defining all relevant parameters.

The following main syntaxes for generating brackets exist today:

1. Type standard brackets are generated by reference to the surrounding structure. Seven different sub-syntaxes exist, each corresponding to one type of connection.

2. Type standard brackets are generated by explicitly given parameters.

3. Panel brackets or parts are connected as brackets.

4. Already generated brackets may be copied, either within the panel or from another panel.

Type standard brackets to be generated must have been defined by the customer as described in Brackets in Hull Setup and Customization.