PSC Bridge Design - OpenBridge Modeler: Bridge Geometry Definition

Using Bridge Wizard that allows to quickly create a complete bridge model by entering just a few inputs.

1. Bridge name.
2. Alignment pick interactively from *.dgn file or use one default alignment.
3. Bridge Type.
4. Deck Template under Utilities > Libraries.
5. Span lengths as L1 L2 L3 or L1 3@L2.
6. Support Skew Angles.
7. Abutment Template under Utilities > Libraries.
8. Pier Template under Utilities > Libraries.
9. Left and Right Barrier Template.

Introducing deck geometry variables in Variable Constraint.

By Copy/Paste from Excel Spreadsheet file.

Defining Tendon points with Tagging Tool and after establishing the variable constraint name.

Introducing tendon geometry in Variable Constraint.

Sending the model to RM Bridge:

1. Standard Code and Material Group;
2. Segment's subdivision;
3. Support restraint conditions;
4. RM Materials.

Video 1: OpenBridge Modeler – Bridge Geometry Definition.