What is Custom Component for Tekla and How to Use It?
Tekla Structures is a powerful BIM (Building Information Modeling) software used in structural engineering projects. Custom components are a powerful feature that allows Tekla users to add custom objects to suit specific needs in their projects.
What is a Custom Component?
In Tekla, custom components are special objects that go beyond standard components and are created to suit a specific project or design requirement. This allows users to shape and customize their designs more flexibly.
Creating and Using Components:
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Requirements Analysis: The first step is to determine the requirements of the project or design. It is important to understand what type of custom component needs to be created and what features this component should have.
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Modeling and Design: The custom component is created during the modeling and design process within Tekla Structures. This includes determining the geometry, properties, and other parameters of the component.
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Custom Component Parameters: Tekla provides flexibility to users by adding various parameters to custom components. These parameters determine the behavior and appearance of the component.
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Testing and Integration: The custom component created is tested in the project and, if appropriate, the integration phase is started.
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Deployment and Usage: After successful integration, the custom component is made available to users. Users can use this custom component in their projects.
Areas of Use:
- Special fasteners
- Special profile sections
- Project specific custom objects
Tekla's custom component feature allows users to add custom objects that suit their needs in specific projects or designs. This makes projects more customized and flexible, and can also increase efficiency. Using Tekla's documentation and resources, users can create custom components and use this feature effectively.
