Hi,
Recently I have modelled Runout Area of caster where thickness of raft is close to 6m at some areas. I used plate elements for modelling in STAADPRO and assigned raft thickness to the elements for analysis.
Since, during plate analysis, normally the thickness should be less than the other dimensions of the plate, I would like to know, was the approach correct?
If not, then what can be the alternative for designing the same ?