How to Model and Parametrise a Truss Using the SOFiSTiK Text Input

In this tutorial, you will learn how to model a truss system using the Text Input of SOFiSTiK FEA.

Parametric design sounds challenging to incorporate into already established workflows. To be fair, when considering parametric design, complex structures are usually the first thing that comes to mind.

However, smaller tasks dominate our daily work routine and have the massive potential to save time and reduce workload through parametric design.

This free video tutorial will teach you how to use the text input to build a simple truss system.

Trusses are perfect structures for using variables for the most critical dimensions, such as the length, height, and number of segments. This allows you to calculate various systems quickly to get quick results and optimise the final design.

Besides creating the structure, you will apply single loads on the top chord joints and perform a linear analysis.

To learn more about SOFiSTiK Text Input, check out the Text Input in SOFiSTiK FEA Fundamentals Course. It is the perfect online course to get started and build a solid understanding of Text Input and its syntax CADiNP.