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  • [OBM] Define edge of bridge

    Hi everyone, I have two bridges that end in the same abutment and needs fine tunning at the edge. the red line is the bottom edge of Br01, and the purple line is the top edge of Br03. I defined both of the lines with "drawing" ribbon and…

  • [OBD 10.10.00.85 C#.net] MethodAccess Exception

    Hi, I have an mdl app that runs fine in OpenBridge 10.9.x but I have now downloaded 10.10.0.85 and get an MethodAccess Exception. This occurs when using the property BridgeAlignment in Alignments. I tested the managed example code from the sdk,…

  • [OBM] Create Bridge Alignment from Road Alignment

    Hi everyone, I recieved from the road designer the road alignmet for my project. The aligment is parrallel to the middle of the bridge and in 2.85m offset from the middle of the bridge. I know it is possible to create vertical offset for both the…

  • OBM Elements not showing up

    Sometimes we have minor issues with the exact representation of Elements and their position that could cause some hidden elements. So, when this is happening it's the best practice to try to introduce a small gap in the location, just some tiny number…

  • Important Announcement Regarding OpenBridge Designer 2021 Release 1

    We noticed a licensing issue in OpenBridge Designer version 10.10.00.25. We fixed the issue and released the new OpenBridge Designer version 10.10.00.26 which is now available to download and install. Please uninstall version 10.10.00.25 and install the…

  • YouTube Playlist of new features

    Please watch the videos here on YouTube for an overview of the new features introduced in OpenBridge Modeler Link to full Playlist Includes videos on 1. Variable Column Piers 2. Steel Tub Girders (Box Girders) 3. Steel Cross Frames for Concrete…

  • OBM Segmental Diaphragms

    What is the best way to model concrete diaphragms in OBM for segmental superstructures? And add further detail such as PT anchorage blisters, PT deviator blocks and shear keys? Thanks

  • 12. Pushover

    The 12nd option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 12. Pushover has the datasets and a description document for modeling and analysis of a Pushover bridge structure. It can be accessed at File\Examples\Training Examples by selecting 12. Pushover…

  • 5. Earthquake - Response Spectrum

    The option 5. in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples is the Earthquake that has the datasets and a description document for the seismic analysis of a three span bridge using the response spectrum analysis with all necessary steps as listed below…

  • YouTube Playlists of Latest OnDemand Videos

    Check out our latest learning videos on YouTube! OpenRoads Playlist Name Link to the Playlist No. of Videos OpenRoads Designer Web Series - How to Deliver From Survey to Plan Production https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnJUnxLwu_N6V1qFHK…

  • Preliminary Geometry Layout in OpenBridge Modeler

    I made a video of how I used OBM to optimize span layouts, check vertical clearances, check clash detections, etc during the pursuit phase of a project. Being able to do these things in OBM led to us winning the project so I thought it would be worth…

  • RM Bridge FAQ: Arch, Truss and Suspension modeling

    RM Bridge offers the flexibility to model and design any bridge structure type and construction schedule. As a basic reference we create the structural 3D Axis, in Plan and Elevation, that is connected to the Road Alignment. For this Axis , we create…

  • Release Announcement: What's new in OpenBridge Designer V10.09.01.15?

    OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition V10.09.01.15 contains the following analytical enhancements, user request enhancements, and bug fixes in its components (RM/LBC/LBS): AASHTO LRFD 9th Edition update (LBC) This enhancement aims to support the…
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  • Is RM Bridge capable of modeling a box culvert?

    Is the OpenBridge design software RM Bridge capable of modeling a box culvert with springs for the foundation. Or do I need STAAD?

  • SIG Workshop: OpenBridge – How To Configure Your Workspace for Plans Production

    Title: SIG Workshop: OpenBridge – How To Configure Your Workspace for Plans Production Host: Alex Mabrich, User Success Manager, Bridge & Tunnel, Bentley Systems, Inc. Presenters: Steve Willoughby, Senior Application Engineer, Bridge & Tunnel, Bentley…

  • Workaround for Pile Cap Bent Encased in Concrete

    Some states prefer to use Concrete Encased Pile Cap Bents. There is no specific category in OBM currently for modeling these specifically. The workaround from a modeling perspective only, not analytical, is presented below. Use Multi-Column Pier…

  • File location

    Is it possible to change the default location where OpenBridge Designer stores its working files for LEAP Bridge Concrete and LEAP Bridge Steel? Currently the program creates a temporary folder on the users hard drive and stores the *.lbcx files there…

  • OpenBridge issues opening

    I'm having a problem with a user that is unable to open OpenBridge unless he runs it as administrator, if he just clicks in it it acts as it loads but will never open. The software is working just fine if he does a Run as admin and enters admin credentials…

  • 7. Suspension Bridge

    As part of the OpenBridge Designer installation the RM Bridge Enterprise has inside its File\Examples\Demo examples and FAQ\Suspension Bridge a Demo Example of a simplified suspension bridge and how to deal with a series of particular topics in the design…

  • RM Bridge MANUALS

    Within the Help? Top Menu of RM Bridge there is a Manuals Tab to access all the Technical Support Manuals to model, analysis, design and perform verifications with RM Bridge. Each of this options can be accessed and expanded by mouse and they contain…

  • RM Bridge HELP? F1

    In the Top Ribbon Menu of RM Bridge there is a Help? Tab to access all the necessary Technical Support tools to model, analysis, design and perform verifications with RM Bridge . Each of this options can be accessed and expanded by mouse, as shown below…

  • SIG Workshop: OpenBridge: Plans Production Process and Tools Part 2

    Title: SIG Workshop: OpenBridge: Plans Production Process and Tools Part 2 Presenters: Steve Willoughby, Senior Application Engineer, Bridge & Tunnel, Bentley Systems, Inc. Host: Alex Mabrich, User Success Manager, Bridge & Tunnel, Bentley Systems, Inc…

  • Cable stayed bridge modeling OBM or RM

    I am modeling a conceptual design for a cable stayed bridge. I have modeled other bridges in Open Bridge Modeler however I dont think it allows for cable stayed bridges. I know RM Bridge does. Should i Just try and do everything in RM? the main goal of…

  • updating leap concrete model based on OBM updates, Stand alone workspace

    I am having to change some geometry and beams deck, spacing Pedal stools and so on. I had already exported from OBM to Leap but need to update that Leap model to reflect the new changes done in the geometry. How do I Update that Leap File without having…

  • RM Bridge: Bending, Cracking & Longitudinal Reinforcements

    Bending Reinforcement with Schedule Actions: UltSup or UltLc. A selection of elements for performing the ultimate capacity check can be done Structure > Elements > Checks. The following requirements already exist for performing these schedule actions…
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