Steel structure detail drawing deepening design method based on Tekla
Through the deepening design method of steel structure detailed drawings based on Tekla, the problems of long design time, insufficient accuracy and difficult professional coordination in the traditional design method are solved, and rapid and accurate steel structure design and construction drawing generation are achieved, which improves design efficiency and construction coordination.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510025837.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-08
- Publication Date
- 2025-05-06
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
Traditional steel structure design methods rely on two-dimensional drawings and manual calculations, resulting in increased design time, insufficient accuracy, poor information exchange between different majors, resulting in difficulty in design coordination and affecting project progress and quality.
The Tekla-based steel structure detailed drawing deepening design method is adopted, including preliminary preparation, model establishment, detailed drawing generation, structural verification, construction drawing output, collaborative management and on-site support. The three-dimensional modeling and load analysis are carried out using Tekla's parameterized modeling and automated drawing tools to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the design.
Through this method, designers can quickly create complex steel structure models, generate detailed structural drawings, ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the design, improve collaborative cooperation among various professions, promptly solve technical problems in construction, and ensure the smooth implementation of the project.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of building engineering, and in particular to a steel structure detailed drawing deepening design method based on Tekla. Background Art
[0002] In the field of architecture and engineering, steel structures play a vital role in many types of structures and infrastructures due to their unique properties and advantages. On the one hand, steel has a high strength-to-weight ratio, which means that it can withstand large loads under a lighter deadweight, thereby reducing the cost and complexity of foundations and other supporting structures; on the other hand, steel structures can absorb and disperse external forces such as earthquakes or wind, providing better seismic resistance, and are suitable for buildings in areas with high earthquake risks or that need to withstand extreme weather conditions. In addition, steel components are usually prefabricated in factories and then transported to the site for assembly. This prefabrication process can greatly shorten the working time on the construction site, improve construction efficiency, and reduce the impact on the surrounding environment.
[0003] With the acceleration of urbanization and the development of technology, the demand for complex structures is growing, and traditional steel structure design methods are gradually showing their limitations. Existing technologies mainly rely on two-dimensional drawings and manual calculations, which not only increase design time, but also easily lead to problems of insufficient precision. In addition, due to the poor information exchange between different disciplines, design coordination is often difficult, which in turn affects the overall progress and quality of the project. Moreover, at the construction site, when faced with endless technical difficulties, traditional methods are difficult to provide timely and effective support, which may lead to delays in construction and increased costs. Summary of the invention
[0004] 1. Technical Problems Solved
[0005] The technical problems to be solved by the present invention are the various problems mentioned in the above background technology, and a method for detailed design of steel structure drawings based on Tekla is provided.
[0006] 2. Technical Solution
[0007] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a technical solution: a steel structure detailed design method based on Tekla, comprising the following steps:
[0008] S1. Preliminary preparation: Analyze project requirements, collect relevant information, and clarify design specifications;
[0009] S2. Model building: Create a 3D steel structure model in Tekla and define the geometry and connection methods of the components;
[0010] S3. Generate detailed drawings: automatically generate component detailed drawings, node detailed drawings and overall layout drawings, and make detailed annotations;
[0011] S4, Structural verification: Load analysis and structural verification of the model to ensure the safety and stability of the components;
[0012] S5. Construction drawing output: Output standardized construction drawings and conduct internal review and external confirmation;
[0013] S6. Collaborative management: Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective connection between design and construction;
[0014] S7. On-site support: Provide technical support during the construction process and make necessary design modifications based on on-site feedback.
[0015] As an improvement, the component connection methods specifically include welding, bolt connection, riveting, flange connection and other forms to meet different engineering requirements and design standards.
[0016] As an improvement, the load analysis includes a combined analysis of static loads and dynamic loads, taking into account different load conditions under long-term and short-term effects to ensure the safety and durability of the structure.
[0017] As an improvement, the collaborative management specifically includes coordination with other disciplines such as architecture, electrical engineering, water supply and drainage, etc., and realizes data sharing through an integrated information exchange platform to ensure the consistency and compatibility of designs of various disciplines.
[0018] As an improvement, provide on-site technical support, specifically dispatch engineers or technicians to the construction site to solve technical problems encountered during construction and make necessary design modifications based on the actual situation on site to ensure construction progress and quality.
[0019] As an improvement, the 3D modeling process described utilizes Tekla's built-in parametric modeling capabilities, allowing designers to quickly create complex steel structure models while maintaining model accuracy and flexibility.
[0020] As an improvement, the automatic detailed drawing generation process adopts Tekla's automated drawing tools to automatically draw detailed construction drawings according to pre-set rules and standards, thereby reducing human errors and improving design efficiency.
[0021] As an improvement, the structural verification process uses professional analysis software provided by Tekla to perform linear and nonlinear structural analysis, evaluate the performance of the structure under various loading conditions, and ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards.
[0022] As an improvement, the construction drawing output process supports the export of files in multiple formats, including DWG, PDF and IFC, which facilitates communication and collaboration with different construction parties and stakeholders.
[0023] 3. Beneficial Effects
[0024] The advantages of the present invention compared with the prior art are:
[0025] 1. The Tekla-based steel structure detailed design method of the present invention utilizes Tekla's built-in parametric modeling function and automated drawing tools, so that designers can quickly create complex steel structure models and automatically generate detailed construction drawings, thereby shortening the design cycle. Accurate design details are ensured through precise three-dimensional modeling and detailed component annotation. At the same time, load analysis and structural verification are performed with the help of Tekla's professional analysis software to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
[0026] 2. The Tekla-based steel structure detailed drawing deepening design method of the present invention realizes data sharing and information exchange through collaborative management with other disciplines, ensures the consistency and compatibility of the designs of various disciplines, promotes close cooperation among project teams, provides professional on-site technical support, promptly solves technical problems encountered in construction, and flexibly adjusts the design plan according to actual conditions to ensure that the construction progress is not affected. At the same time, it also guarantees the quality of the project. At the same time, it supports the output of construction drawings in multiple formats, facilitates communication and collaboration between different stakeholders, and enhances the transparency and traceability of the project. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0027] Figure 1 The invention discloses a step flow chart of a method for deepening design of steel structure detailed drawings based on Tekla. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments; based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0029] like Figure 1 The method for deepening the design of steel structure details based on Tekla comprises the following steps:
[0030] S1. Preliminary preparation: Analyze project requirements, collect relevant information, and clarify design specifications;
[0031] S2. Model building: Create a 3D steel structure model in Tekla and define the geometry and connection methods of the components;
[0032] S3. Generate detailed drawings: automatically generate component detailed drawings, node detailed drawings and overall layout drawings, and make detailed annotations;
[0033] S4, Structural verification: Load analysis and structural verification of the model to ensure the safety and stability of the components;
[0034] S5. Construction drawing output: Output standardized construction drawings and conduct internal review and external confirmation;
[0035] S6. Collaborative management: Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective connection between design and construction;
[0036] S7. On-site support: Provide technical support during the construction process and make necessary design modifications based on on-site feedback.
[0037] Embodiment 1
[0038] The design method of the present invention is as follows during actual use:
[0039] 1. Preliminary preparation (S1)
[0040] Analyze project requirements: Communicate with clients and relevant stakeholders to clarify the specific requirements of the project, including building function, structure type, service life, etc.
[0041] Collect relevant information: obtain basic information of the project, such as geological survey reports, architectural design drawings, structural design specifications, etc.
[0042] Clarify design specifications: Determine applicable design specifications and construction standards based on the laws, regulations and technical standards of the project location.
[0043] 2. Model building (S2)
[0044] Create a 3D model: Open Tekla Structures software, select the appropriate template, and enter basic project information (such as project name, location, design company, etc.). Use Tekla's built-in modeling tools to accurately create a 3D steel structure model based on design drawings and specifications.
[0045] Define component geometry: Through Tekla's parametric modeling function, input the specific dimensions and parameters of beams, columns, plates and other components to ensure that the geometry of each component meets the design requirements.
[0046] Define the connection method: Use the connection tools provided by Tekla to select the appropriate connection form (such as welding, bolt connection, riveting, flange connection, etc.), and define the connection details of each node to ensure that all connections meet the design specifications and safety requirements.
[0047] 3. Generate detailed drawings (S3)
[0048] Automatically generate detailed drawings: Using Tekla's automated drawing tools, automatically generate component details, node details and overall layout drawings according to pre-set rules and standards. These drawings should include detailed material specifications, connection methods, dimensioning and other information.
[0049] Detailed annotation: Check and supplement the generated detailed drawings to ensure that all necessary annotations have been correctly added, such as material brand, weld grade, bolt specification, etc.
[0050] 4.Structural verification (S4)
[0051] Load analysis: Apply Tekla's built-in structural analysis tools to conduct a combined analysis of static and dynamic loads on the model, taking into account different load conditions under long-term and short-term effects. Evaluate the performance of the structure under various load conditions to ensure its safety, stability and durability.
[0052] Structural verification: Based on the analysis results, check the load-bearing capacity of each component and adjust the component size or connection method if necessary to meet relevant national and international standards.
[0053] 5. Construction drawing output (S5)
[0054] Standardized processing: The generated detailed drawings are exported as standardized construction drawings to ensure that the drawing format complies with industry standards and undergo internal review to ensure accuracy.
[0055] File export: Supports file export in multiple formats, such as DWG, PDF, IFC, etc., to facilitate communication and collaboration with different construction parties and stakeholders.
[0056] External confirmation: Submit the construction drawings to the owner, supervision unit and other relevant departments for review and confirmation to ensure that the drawings meet the requirements of all parties.
[0057] 6. Collaborative Management (S6)
[0058] Interdisciplinary coordination: Work closely with other professional teams to share data through an integrated information exchange platform to ensure consistency and compatibility of designs across disciplines.
[0059] Regular meetings: Organize regular coordination meetings to promptly resolve problems that arise during the design process and ensure effective connection between design and construction.
[0060] 7. On-site support (S7)
[0061] Dispatching technical personnel: During the construction process, dispatch engineers or technical personnel to the construction site to provide technical support and solve technical problems encountered during construction.
[0062] On-site feedback: According to the actual situation on site, timely adjust the design plan to ensure that the construction progress is not affected and to ensure the quality of the project.
[0063] Problem tracking: Establish a problem tracking mechanism to record and solve all technical problems that arise during the construction process to ensure that the problems are thoroughly resolved.
[0064] The reference implementation examples of the design method of the present invention in specific implementation are as follows:
[0065] Let’s say we are designing a steel frame for a high-rise office building. Here are the steps to follow:
[0066] Preliminary preparation:
[0067] Communicate with owners and architects to understand project requirements and collect geological survey reports and architectural design drawings.
[0068] Determine the applicable design specifications, such as Code for Design of Steel Structures GB50017-2017.
[0069] Model building:
[0070] Create a 3D model in Tekla Structures and enter basic project information such as project name, location, etc.
[0071] According to the architectural design drawings, accurately create 3D models of major components such as beams and columns, and define their geometric shapes and sizes.
[0072] Use Tekla's connection tools to select the appropriate connection method (such as welding, bolt connection), and define the connection details of each node in detail.
[0073] Generate detail drawings:
[0074] Use Tekla's automated drawing tools to generate detailed drawings of all components, node details and overall layout drawings, ensuring that the drawings include detailed material specifications, connection methods and dimensioning.
[0075] Check and supplement the generated detailed drawings to ensure that all necessary annotations have been added correctly.
[0076] Structural verification:
[0077] Tekla structural analysis tools are used to perform combined static and dynamic load analysis on the model to evaluate the performance of the structure under various loading conditions.
[0078] Based on the analysis results, check the bearing capacity of each component and adjust the component size or connection method if necessary to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
[0079] Construction drawing output:
[0080] Export the generated detailed drawings as standardized construction drawings in DWG, PDF, IFC and other formats for internal review to ensure accuracy.
[0081] Submit the construction drawings to the owner, supervision unit and other relevant departments for review and confirmation.
[0082] Collaborative management:
[0083] Work closely with other professional teams (such as architecture, electrical, water supply and drainage, etc.), share data through the BIM platform, and ensure the consistency and compatibility of each professional design.
[0084] Organize regular coordination meetings to promptly resolve problems that arise during the design process and ensure effective connection between design and construction.
[0085] Onsite support:
[0086] During the construction process, engineers or technicians are dispatched to the construction site to provide technical support and solve technical problems encountered during construction.
[0087] Adjust the design plan in time according to the actual situation on site to ensure that the construction progress is not affected and to ensure the quality of the project.
[0088] Establish a problem tracking mechanism to record and solve all technical problems that arise during the construction process to ensure that the problems are thoroughly resolved.
[0089] Through the above specific implementation methods, the steel structure detailed design method based on Tekla not only improves the design efficiency and accuracy, but also enhances the collaboration between various disciplines, provides strong technical support, and ensures the smooth implementation of the project.
[0090] It should be noted that, in this article, relational terms such as first and second, etc. are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device.
[0091] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
[0092] The present invention and its embodiments are described above, and such description is not restrictive. The drawings show only one embodiment of the present invention, and the actual structure is not limited thereto. In short, if ordinary technicians in the field are inspired by it, without departing from the purpose of the invention, they can design a structure and embodiment similar to the technical solution without creativity, which should belong to the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A steel structure detailed design method based on Tekla, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1. Preliminary preparation: Analyze project requirements, collect relevant information, and clarify design specifications; S2. Model building: Create a 3D steel structure model in Tekla and define the geometry and connection methods of the components; S3. Generate detailed drawings: automatically generate component detailed drawings, node detailed drawings and overall layout drawings, and make detailed annotations; S4, Structural verification: Load analysis and structural verification of the model to ensure the safety and stability of the components; S5. Construction drawing output: Output standardized construction drawings and conduct internal review and external confirmation; S6. Collaborative management: Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective connection between design and construction; S7. On-site support: Provide technical support during the construction process and make necessary design modifications based on on-site feedback.
2. A steel structure detailed design method based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The component connection methods specifically include welding, bolt connection, riveting and flange connection to adapt to different engineering requirements and design standards.
3. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The load analysis includes a combined analysis of static loads and dynamic loads, taking into account different load conditions under long-term and short-term effects to ensure the safety and durability of the structure.
4. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The collaborative management specifically includes coordination with other disciplines such as architecture, electrical engineering, water supply and drainage, etc., and data sharing is achieved through an integrated information exchange platform to ensure the consistency and compatibility of designs of various disciplines.
5. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: Provide on-site technical support, specifically by dispatching engineers or technicians to the construction site to solve technical problems encountered during construction and make necessary design modifications based on the actual situation on site to ensure construction progress and quality.
6. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The 3D modeling process described utilized Tekla’s built-in parametric modeling capabilities, enabling designers to quickly create complex steel structure models while maintaining model accuracy and flexibility.
7. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The automatic detailed drawing generation process adopts Tekla's automated drawing tools to automatically draw detailed construction drawings according to pre-set rules and standards, thereby reducing manual errors and improving design efficiency.
8. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The structural verification process described uses professional analysis software provided by Tekla to perform linear and nonlinear structural analysis, evaluate the performance of the structure under various loading conditions, and ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards.
9. The method for detailed design of steel structure based on Tekla according to claim 1, characterized in that: The construction drawing output process supports the export of files in multiple formats, including DWG, PDF and IFC, which facilitates communication and collaboration with different construction parties and stakeholders.