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|kb:Shrinkage]. {info} \\ {on-this-page} h2. How is shrinkage modeled? *Answer:* Please see the [Bridge shrinkage example|tp:Bridge shrinkage example] tutorial for a demonstration of shrinkage application. h2. During shrinkage analysis, why are there no reactions? *Extended Question:* I am using a nonlinear long-term cracked-analysis load case to model shrinkage behavior. Why are there no reactions? *Answer:* To perform nonlinear [cracked-section analysis|safe:Cracked-section analysis], a Dead [load case|kb:Load case] must be applied to the slab surface to induce deflections and reactions. {hidden-content} *Related Incident:* * {incident:no=46520|comment=Shrinkage Analysis of Flat Slab} {hidden-content} h2. See Also * [kb:Modeling cracked-section properties] article * [safe:Cracked-section analysis] article * [kb:Cracking]

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How is shrinkage modeled?

Answer: Please see the Bridge shrinkage example tutorial for a demonstration of shrinkage application.

During shrinkage analysis, why are there no reactions?

Extended Question: I am using a nonlinear long-term cracked-analysis load case to model shrinkage behavior. Why are there no reactions?

Answer: To perform nonlinear cracked-section analysis, a Dead load case must be applied to the slab surface to induce deflections and reactions.


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Related Incidents:

  • Incident 46520: Shrinkage Analysis of Flat Slab

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