The LBS users can utilize either the Design Mode or the Rating Mode . Therefore, the Rating Combinations are different from the Load Combinations and the Rating Loads can be dissimilar from the Design Loads . The user must initially select the Mode: Rating…

RM > Analyzer > RateF schedule action evaluates the load rating factor for the bridge structure according to AASHTO code. Parameters necessary to be introduced are: Dead load: FactSWSUM.sup Live Load Sup: FactTraffic.sup Capacity: Steel PrimLC…

1. OBM > Utilities > Send to RM Bridge 2. Select Standard Code and Material List 3. General Settings 4. Superstructure – Deck 5. Substructure – Cap , Piers and Piles 6. Substructure - Restraint Conditions 7. Assign RM Materials …

Is presented below the Rating Factor calculation done in OBD / RM Bridge for a two spans composite steel bridge with a central pier. Bridge Modelling done in OBM and calculation performed in RM on a complete model in OBD. Table of Contents: A…

In OBD CE 2021 Release 2 and RM Bridge v11.13 was improved “ RateF” schedule action for Imperial Units. “RateF”, evaluates the load rating factor for the bridge structure according to AASHTO code. This action is currently only applicable for steel and…

Document Information Document Type: FAQ Product(s): LEAP CONSPAN/ Precast/Prestressed Girder Version(s): All Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group- VM QUESTION: As per the LFD code when the rating of the beam is done, the output…

Document Information Document Type: FAQ Product(s): LEAP CONSPAN/ Precast/Prestressed Girder Version(s): All Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group - VM QUESTION: How to check the Rating at the Bearing location for Shear ? ANSWER…

Document Information Document Type: FAQ Product(s): LEAP CONSPAN/ Precast/Prestressed Girder Version(s): All Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group - VM QUESTION: Is the program Rating for the Design Lane load ? ANSWER: Rating…