• 25. Concrete Structures - External Prestressing

    In this Demo example a simple-supported beam with three different prestressing is considered for comparison: Variant 1 - PExt: External Tendons Only Variant 2 - DEFAULT: External and Internal Tendon Variant 3 - PInt: Internal Tendons Only …

  • FAQ-CS-ExtPT

    RM Bridge FAQ Concrete Structures External Tendons

  • ArchBuckling

    Multi-span concrete arch buckling

  • Activate ProStructures

    In the latest release OpenBridge , ProStructures is included in the installation, not only ProConcrete . However, users will use a ProStructures license to activate all the tools fully. As for enabling ProStructure s in OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge…

  • ProConcrete Rebar Single Barset

    I have a concrete deck, the deck is curved and slopes in two different directions. When using ProConcrete Signle RebarSet I am defining the curved sloped outline for the bars but the bars are not following the cross slope of the shape, see image attached…

  • How do you access variables in beam templates?

    I need to vary the width of the top flange of a Super-T girder (Australian) to follow the curved edge of a bridge deck. I can add variables to the points on the beam template but can't see how to access them/set them when the beam is used in a beam group…

  • Reinf crack for prestressed concrete

    Hi all. I have a question about Reinf crack for prestressed concrete as follows: If you calculator stress bot of section beam in MinMz_Service exceeding allowable stress tension limit is 0,5 x sqrt(f'c), you can calculator reinf area to control crack…

  • SIG Workshop: Bentley Bridge – New Developments in OpenBridge Designer

    Bentley Bridge Special Interest Group: New Developments in OpenBridge Designer Host: Alex Mabrich, Senior Application Engineer, Bentley Systems, Inc. 14 November 2019 - 02:00 P.M. EST Register Now Check out November’s Bentley…

  • LARS Sectionize / Saving PS strand patterns

    I could not find any documentation regarding the "Sectionize" button within the Member Shape Description in LARS. What is the function of this button? Is it related to saving prestressed strand patterns? Is this possible in LARs? Thank you, …

  • Leap Bridge Precast Reinforced Concrete Channel

    Hi All, Can I do a bridge composed of reinforced concrete precast beam channels in Leap Bridge Concrete? None of these beams are prestressed on post-tensioned, so I want Leap Bridge to check it simply as reinforced concrete with steel rebar.

  • LEAP Bridge - Precast/Prestressed Girder - 10th points

    Hello, Camber and deflections are reported at 10th points along the beam. I am modelling a longer span which will require more than 10 screed points. Is there a way to toggle the number of points? Or do I have to interpolate? Thanks,

  • Bearing Spacing Dimensions Differ Between Main Bridge Model and Substructure Module

    I am designing a 2-span precast prestressed beam bridge in LEAP Bridge Concrete CONNECT Edition v17.00.01.01. The bearing dimensions along the pier cap are shown correctly in the following view under the 'Substructure' tab: However, when you click…

  • LEAP Bridge Substructure Cap Design

    I'm designing a hammerhead bent using moment magnification. In the A/D parameters I have selected to design the cap for magnified moments. Once the analysis is complete I design the column and check the design status. I then go to the cap, select design…

  • RE: Sample Tutorial for RM Bridge Concrete Design Code Check?

    Hi, Usually you can find RM Bridge Concrete Design Code Check only at the Part2 documents. Check the image below for your reference. Sample tutorials are at File\Examples\TrainingExamples. If you select Training Example 02b. Prestressing AASHTO and…

  • LEAP Bridge Concrete DW loads

    How does LEAP Bridge Concrete calculate the reactions for DL-Comp. (DW)? I added up all the DW reactions and compared to a hand calc of utlities and overlay loads. The total DW is nearly 4 times greater than my hand calcs. I have 4 beam lines with 0.05…

  • LEAP Bridge Concrete Reactions

    In the Shear/Moment Envelope (&Reactions) Design output what is the difference between live load Max, Truck, and Lane? Is the max HL-93 including truck and lane loading? I have a 6 span continuous concrete superstructure.

  • RM Bridge: Calculation of perimeter exposed to drying

    How is the perimeter exposed to drying (internal variables U and UIN) calculated in RM Bridge, and is there any way to define which edges of a section part are or are not exposed to drying? I am modelling a voided slab bridge with a grillage. The vertical…

  • LEAP Bridge, 3D view with Rebar

    LEAP Bridge, 3D model view with Rebar in Columns, Pier Cap and Slab.

  • Automated Bridge Drawings from LEAP Bridge

  • LEAP Bridge Automated Drawings

  • New Release: LEAP Bridge V8i (SELECTseries 2) v10.00.01. Coming Soon ...

    LEAP Bridge v8i (SELECTseries 2) v10.00.01 is a new release which incorporates numerous new features and enhancements component programs. LEAP Bridge v10.00.01 Enhancements ABC Wizard now allows users to model T beam bridges, reinforced or post…

  • Bridge Engineer? Create your own 3D Bridge Models ...

    Always wanted to create your own 3D Bridge Models for use in presentations and reports? Using LEAP Bridge this is real easy and ultra cool. Most importantly it is the same structural model that is used to analyze and design your bridge. A simple byproduct…

  • Walls in RC Pier

    I am designing a two stage pier wall. There is no option for just a wall in RC pier. Is there a way to trick the program, I have tried a couple of different options but none have worked. The top wall is tapered in both directions and the bottom wall does…

  • New Release: LEAP Bridge V8i(SELECTseries 1) v9.0.0

    Release 9.0.0 of the LEAP Bridge Suite is scheduled to be released June 25, 2009. Several outstanding features are included in this release. Here is a brief list of some of the new features for this version : LEAP Bridge v 9.0.0 incorporates the…
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