Start and End Connection Types
- Last UpdatedNov 18, 2025
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Keywords:
CTYSTART CTYEND
Description:
Section ends which have been connected in the structure have their CTYS (Start Connection Type) and CTYE (End Connection Type) attributes set such that they match those of the Joints to which those ends are connected. This is done by setting CTYS/CTYE to a word which matches the Joint’s CTYA attribute in the Catalogue; see the Catalogues and Specifications User Guide.
These attributes are set automatically when a Section is connected and you will not usually need to set them specifically.
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CTYS BOLT |
The Section’s start is to be connected to its attached Joint by means of bolts. (The CTYA of the Joint must also be set to BOLT for a compatible connection; see the Design Reference Manual for information about data consistency checking.) |
Command Syntax:
>--+-- CTYStart --.
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‘-- CTYEnd ----+-- word -->
Querying:
Q CTYStart
Q CTYEnd