Purpose: Used to specify assumption for determining panel shear strength in LFD or LRFD projects.
--> Given in girder input.
The specification classifies the web of the girder as unstiffened if the length of a panel exceeds a given ratio of the depth. This can significantly penalize the shear strength in the panel even if there is only a slight violation of the maximum length. This command is available for use at the user’s discretion, however the user should be aware that this may violate the specification.