Trapezoidal loads to shell objects

Trapezoidal loads may be assigned to shell objects by using a joint pattern. This may be done in SAP2000 through the following process:

• Add a new joint pattern name through Define > Joint Pattern.

• Assign joint pattern values to the structural joints through Assign > Joint Patterns.

• Apply trapezoidal loading to area objects through Assign > Area Loads > Surface Pressure (All), then select the By Joint Pattern option.