Manual User Control

When generating a cutout in a plate or profile, the cutout will normally automatically fit into the current profile as specified in the cutout definition. This includes fitting due to inclined passing and also to the fact that the web and flange may not be perpendicular to each other in the current section.

Normally the shape of the cutout is controlled entirely by the cutout definition. However, the user can determine its shape in a couple of respects by user input, thus partly overriding the original definition of the cutout.

1. One of the sides of open cutouts may be given a slope by use of the parameter C in the input of plane panel modelling as illustrated in the figure below.

   

   Figure 2:15. Definition of parameter C (for sloped cutout >).

   If the cutout is open on both sides, C>0 gives a slope on the non-mould line side, C<0 on the mould line side.

2. Similarly, the distance from the mould plane of the profile to the free side of an open cutout can be controlled by the parameter M1 in panel modelling, cf. the figure below.

   

   Figure 2:16. Definition of Parameter M1 (for control of clearance).

   The given measure will replace the clearance set in the cutout definition.

If the cutout is open on both sides, M1>0 defines the width on the non-mould line side, M1<0 on the mould line side.

Note: M1 defines the measure from the moulded side to the open side of the cutout. Survey of Main Cutout Types

Below follows a survey of all the main cutout types, currently supported in this facility. The general principles above are applicable if not otherwise stated.