Structural Dynamics

Structural Dynamics

Is it appropriate to use SUMTYPE,PRIN in a SRSS combination?

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      Probably not. SUMTYPE,PRIN specifies that the principal stresses will be used in the load case combinations. Typically principal stresses are not used in a SRSS combination. Typically, component stresses should be used in an SRSS combination.