Load Combination Generator Skill

Purpose

The Load Combination Generator Skill creates load combinations for structural design per ASCE 7, AASHTO LRFD, and other applicable codes for both ASD and LRFD design methods.

Capabilities

• Generate ASCE 7 load combinations (ASD and LRFD)
• Generate AASHTO LRFD load combinations
• Support for special load combinations (seismic, wind)
• Custom load factor specification
• Load case matrix generation
• Strength and serviceability combinations
• Fatigue load combinations
• Multiple load path considerations

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

• Developing structural design loads
• Creating analysis load cases
• Checking code compliance
• Evaluating critical load patterns

Prerequisites

• Load types identified
• Risk category determined
• Design method selected
• Applicable codes identified

Best Practices

• Include all applicable load types
• Consider load direction effects
• Document any special combinations
• Verify combination applicability

Process Integration

This skill integrates with:

• Structural Load Analysis
• Reinforced Concrete Design
• Structural Steel Design
• Bridge Design LRFD

Configuration

load-combination-generator:
  design-codes:
    - ASCE7-22
    - ASCE7-16
    - AASHTO-LRFD
    - IBC-2024
  design-methods:
    - LRFD
    - ASD
  load-types:
    - dead
    - live
    - wind
    - seismic
    - snow
    - rain

Output Artifacts

• Load combination tables
• Load case matrices
• Combination summaries
• Code compliance checklists