Dynamic Data base for engineering

[Anonymous]

Is there any way to list weights or physical properties of materials for composite walls etc. ?

I want to be able to easily figure out exact loads for concrete slabs using a dynamic data base, but honestly I'm not sure where to start.

Thanks

Dave!

[Anonymous]

You can assign all manner of data to all types of building elements using property objects. For more info search AC-talk and the WIKI, check out the manual and Eric Wilk wrote a book on the subject. It can be a rather complex process but with a narrow scope such as the element weight it shouldn't be too bad.

[Anonymous]

Thanks for the post, I did get a chance to read some material on the subject.

Definitely not an easy task, as well as time consuming! Sheesh!