How to generate wind on a canopy roof

• Set the ground level  and terrain parameters .
• Select a 2D frame and click on .
  • Enter the distances for the position of the frame and select the option for a canopy roof.
  • Select the desired load cases (see pdf document at the bottom of this article).
    • • Local coëfficients are used for the design of roof covers and fasteners. Global coefficients are used for strength and stability checks.
      • The φ indicates the degree of blockage. φ = 0 for a freestanding canopy, φ = 1 for a blocked canopy (see Figure 7.15 in EN 1991-1-4).

    

  • Hit ‘OK’.
  • Repeat the same steps for the next frame.

Note: the windgenerator on canopy roofs only generates the wind loads on the roof! If the wind load is blocked, you should apply wind loads on the facade manually!