Please read attached the workspace configuration changes in Update 8.2 before installing the new update. PDF

Before you use GINT Civil Tools which are installed and available as a workflow within OBM Update 8.2, please make sure you install Microsoft Access Database Engine (free redistribute) from this link below. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download…

What's New in OBM CONNECT Edition Update 8.2 This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 8.2 Allow users to modify OBM Objects GINT Civil Tools (included free as part of OBM license) Optional Install…

In OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition at the section sheet you work on a drawing model, not at the model itself. So, the options in the Drawing Ribbon Group like Model Annotation, Place Civil Label, and Element Annotation are not available. Therefore…

To activate the display of the Links group in the Project Explorer, access Explorer Settings from File > Settings > User > Explorer Settings and set the Links Visible property as True.

OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition V10.08.01 is available for all users! OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition is a unique application that combines modeling, analysis, and design into one comprehensive bridge product, as it creates a true bridge BIM…

OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition V10.08.01 is available for all users! OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition is a unique application that combines modeling, analysis, and design into one comprehensive bridge product, as it creates a true bridge BIM…

In OpenBridge Modeler CE Update 8.1 a major enhancement has been made regarding the decorations that are used for the 2d graphics like support lines, beam layout, etc.. Detailed information regarding the modifications made in the libraries for this…

What's New in OBM CONNECT Edition Update 8.1 This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 8.1 Concrete Diaphragms for Concrete Slab and Girder bridge type Bridge Wizard updates including input for support…

We are pleased to announce the new file format developed for OpenBridge Designer (OBD) files to be used starting v10.08.01. Below please find the highlights of the changes with new file format (.obdx) and comparison with the old file format (.obd): …

OpenBridge Designer: Onboarding Guide PDF

Product(s): OpenBridge Designer Version(s): CONNECT Edition Environment: Any Area: Licensing, Installation In these challenging times when COVID-19 is imposing…

In these challenging times when COVID-19 is imposing significant disruptions to day-to-day activities and affecting normal business flow of our much-valued users and employees, we at Bentley are mindfully committed to ensuring smooth transition of work…

OpenBridge Modeler now offers all of the ProConcrete rebar modeling tools within a new workflow. Please watch this introductory video on rebar modeling in OBM.

What's New in OBM CONNECT Edition Update 8.0 This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 8.0 New workflow with ProConcrete Tools in OpenBridge Modeler Reinforce bridge structural members such as…

One of the new features introduced in the OpenBridge Modeler Update 7.3, v10.07.03.23 is an option to create a so-called wet joint. This tool allows the creation of a wet joint between the top flanges of the beams. Using the same technology the user can…

One of the new features introduced in the OpenBridge Modeler Update 7.3, v10.07.03.23 is an option on the Deck Elevation Report called the Consolidated Report. This produces a more user friendly output of the deck elevations by displaying the results…

What's New in OBM CONNECT Edition Update 7.3 This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 7 .3 Support for linearly varying concrete beam cross sections Wet joints (closure pours) between concrete beams…

Click this link below to view a video showing creation of a Pier as a Functional Component. YouTube link to video showing creation of Functional Component in OpenBridge Modeler

A brief step by step guide on how to add internal diaphragms and end blocks for Australia Super Tee Beams. Figure 1: Typical Australia Super Tee Beam Drawing shows both interior diaphragms and end solid blocks. NEW: OpenBridge Modeler now also includes…

When working with Imperial WorkSpace there is an issue with the dimensions for substructure/superstructure drawings. The generated drawings will show like in the picture below. This happens because of a wrong text style saved by the platform for the…

To place either functional components (parametric cells) or regular MicroStation cells onto supportlines, use the following steps. 1. OpenBridge Modeler installs some sample functional cells as part of the product installation. By default these are…

Functional Components give you a degree of flexibility which is not possible with conventional 3D tools. Parametric modeling allows complex elements to be edited easily without the need to be manually rebuilt. The Functional Components enablement in MicroStation…

The basic steps to consider when creating Functional components for use as substructure components in OBM are listed below: Note: We suggest you use OpenBridge Modeler to create your parametric cell/functional component. Remember to switch to the Modeling…

With the latest release of OpenBridge Modeler (Update 7) the users can leverage the Dynamic Managed WorkSpaces in ProjectWise. For deploying an OpenBridge Modeler Dynamic Managed WorkSpaces in ProjectWise please follow the instructions from this article…