Straddle Bent, Concrete Cap
For the purpose of visualization, here is a quick workaround for modeling a straddle bent/pier. This pier is actually a second bridge with only a deck and with single column piers placed on either end. The cap is modeled with very minor dimensions and…
Stage Construction and OpenBridge Modeler
Currently, there is only one link between OpenBridge Modeler and the Standalone applications, with a single .DGN file for OBM and one directory for the apps. It allows any modification to be synchronized between them with a single source of information…
Stress Ribbon Bridge - Cable Compatibility
Stress Ribbon Bridge
The stress-ribbon bridge is the modern analogy to the rope bridge; tough, it's considered very desirably due to its quite attractive aesthetic. it's usually applied to pedestrian bridges, where the vertical forces are less demanding…
Query Elevations of Bridge Object in OBM
I'm reviewing an OBM file and would like to determine the coordinates and elevation of specific vertices of the bridge solid objects. Is there a way to do this? The Civil Analysis > Analyze Point doesn't seem to recognize the bridge solids as 3D objects…
Truss Bridge - OBM + ProSteel
This bridge was made in OpenBridge Modeler 2022 Release 1 using the OBM tools to model the deck, barriers, and supports and ProSteel to model trusses and handrails. You can activate ProStructure inside OBM and have full access to ProConcrete and ProSteel…
Additional information with OBM warnings and errors
When users get an error in OpenBridge Modeler , there will usually be a warning where additional information about the issue can be found.
First users can expand the details information about the issue, as shown in the red arrow above, and then it…
Modify the default computer registry
To modify the default computer registry the user has to access the Windows Registry by typing in the search: "reg:... , as shown in the screenshot below.
Then, in the Registry Editor , in the Bentley folder, all programs can be found, like LEAP Bridge…
Editing barrier template's variable constraints breaks all parameters on barrier template drop
I'm attempting to use the Variable Constraint window to make the shape of a barrier rail vary along the length of a single span. I made a template for the barrier rail, where I defined all of the constraints I would need to adjust:
I placed the barrier…
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…
Inverted Tee Pier Cap - Elevation Constraints
New options coming for the inverted tee caps, ability to crown both the top and bottom of the ledge portion of the cap.
Bug of placing barriers in OpenBridge 2022 R1？
Hello there. In OpenBridge 2022 R1，I would like to place a barrier along P_4 point of the deck.But when placed,barrier can't follow P_4 point finally.It seems the work point of barrier always recognizes the upper surface of deck,just like following pictures…
OBM SDK Update 11 (October 2022)
The OpenBridge Modeler SDK provides programmers and application developers with the ability to customize OpenBridge Modeler using C++, C# (.NET). Developers who want to embed or extend functionality in OpenBridge can do so with this Software Development…
Define Itemtype by feature definition
Hi Experts,
I have just updated to latest version of OBM (2022 R1), I have tried to explore Itemtypes and have few questions,
1. Is Itemtype library assigned to feature definition by default? (Eg. If I place a deck and have feature definitation…
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OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition 2022 Release 1
PDF file showing complete set of Enhancements in 2022 Release 1.
OpenBridge Designer (10.11.00.40) and OpenBridge Modeler (10.11.00.310). 2022 R 1 New Release.
We proudly announce that OpenBridge Modeler (10.11.00.310) and OpenBridge Designer (10.11.00.40) for our 2022 R 1 release is commercially available to download.
As always in our OpenBridge releases, this is considered a major release:
Bridges created…
How to get the span name of deck by using expression in OpenBridge?
Hello there. I would like to get “span name” of Deck by using expression and show it in properties ,just like showing “Span name” of BeamSegment in Fig.1.
Figure.1
For this purpose，I tried to use an expression which is "this.GetElement().Deck_SpanName…
OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition 2022 Release 1
This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition v10.11.00.310
Deck Breakbacks
User Defined Templates for Footings
Tech Preview: Integrated Generative Components Workflow
Wingwall top slope definition
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OpenBridge Modeler Itemtype export
Hi,
I have seen some video which shows that Itemtype is attached to elements which can report a lot of element property within OpenBridge, by reading the wiki on this page I gathered itemtype information cannot be transferred to itwins, however, I…
Assigning Service Request for OpenBridge Products
To create a new Service Request for OpenBridge Products the users should follow the instructions at the link below and then enter the Product as OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designer .
How to log Case?
Service Requests…
OBD_Modelling PS slab with circular holes
With OBD CE 2021 Release 2 and RM Bridge v11.13, the User can design one PS slab with circular holes. In OBM, the User should choose a CIP bridge type and work with Place Advanced Deck.
For the structural analysis and design, the User can send the…
OpenBridge Modeler Help
Users can access the OpenBridge Modeler online product documentation by hitting F1 at any time. As detailed in the first figure below, the same link can be accessed in the top ribbon menu option at the Help in the Help Contents button. This will direct…
Utilities: Library: Cross Frame Modeling
FAQ: How to model Cross Frames with a back-to-back channel section?
First, on the Utilities ribbon tab, select the Cross Frames tool in the Libraries group, as shown in the screenshot below and in the Help/F1 link:
To create a cross frame template…