Merge Beam
Function
This function combines two or more collinear beam elements that share a common node into a single, continuous beam element.
Purpose
To simplify the structural model by removing unnecessary internal nodes and merging segmented beams into a unified member. This reduces model complexity, improves analysis efficiency, and ensures accurate representation of continuous structural behavior.
Operation
First, select the adjacent beam segments to be merged. The command automatically removes the shared internal node and creates a single beam element spanning the combined length.