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
OpenBridge provides modeling, analysis, and design in one comprehensive solution to support LOD requirements for all types of bridge projects.
Bentley Accredited Bridge Modeler: Basic Bridge Modeling with OpenBridge Modeler – Program Overview
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The Bentley Accredited Bridge Modeler Program is an official credential from Bentley Systems, Inc. that verifies you have the essential OpenBridge modeling…
How do you update a Functional Component (Custom Pier or Abutment)?
This is a long one, but it's been bugging me for a while and I strongly believe this needs to be improved.
I have created a .cel to use as a functional component for a custom pier or custom abutment. This cell has 2 columns. I have placed this cell…
OBM>RM - Transfer Tendon Points to all Beams in one unique Deck Cross-Section
In OBD CE 2021 Release 2 and RM Bridge v11.13, was implemented transfer tendon points to all beams in one unique deck cross-section.
When transferring OBM model to RM, for analysis, the User can choose the option "Transfer all beams inside one deck…
Link to YouTube Videos highlighting new functionality
Link to playlist of videos showing the new features in OpenBridge Modeler/Designer
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTXGGjuaGichC3vRZD2nq8UR313-iyxkb
Item Types in OBM 2021 Release 2
Please refer to this Excel spreadsheet with updated ItemType properties for Bridge objects for use with 2021 Release 2 (March 22 Release).
Known limitations in OBM 2021 R2:
1. Steel Tubs, CrossFrames, Stiffeners, Splice Plates, Segmental Bridges…
Bridge Products Languages
There are only two language options for the OpenBridge family of products, i.e. OpenBridge Modeler and OpenBridge Designer :
The English version
The Chinese CCK - China Country Kit
Though, until now, we have been providing RM Bridge users with…
Release Announcement - OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition 2021 Release 2 (March 2022)
What's New in OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition 2021 Release 2 (March 2022)
This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Designer (OBD) CONNECT Edition 2021 Release 2 (v10.10.20.34) and its components OpenBridge Modeler (OBM), RM Bridge…
OpenBridge Modeler Abutment Elevations
When I place an abutment template using the elevation constraints the location measures correctly in MicroStation, however the Pier printout does not appear to follow the restrictions I set. This means my pile elevations are also printed incorrectly.…
How to do grading design around abutments
I'm trying to grade the terrain to suit my abutment, but I can't find a way to do it. It looks like the only way is go into OpenRoads and apply templates along the edge of the abutment to meet the terrain.
The built in 'Place excavation' tool works…
How to Download OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designer?
To download OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designer follow the simple steps below:
In your web browser go to https://connect.bentley.com/ or from our webpage got to Support https://www.bentley.com/en/support and click on GO TO CONNECT CENTER , the…
OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designer? What are the differences?
It is a FAQ from new admins and some users on what should they use or install for their specific workflow: OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designe r? While OpenBridge Modeler is a 3D parametric modeling software for bridges, OpenBridge Designe r is a…
Multiple Units issue in Leap Steel Bridge
The bridge I'm working on consists of a 3 span bridge with 2 units, a simple span followed by a 2 span continuous. The bridge was modeled using the BIM workflow. Once the model was complete I used the "Send to Leap Bridge Steel" button for the simple…
Getting VBA rejected error when opening a file in OpenBridge Modeler
ISSUE: Getting VBA rejected error when opening a file in OpenBridge Modeler with the following informational dialog:
SOLUTION: This happens when some DLLs are not properly registered during OBD/OBM install.
Follow the steps shown below to resolve…
Unable to delete pier - OpenBridge
I've got this weird issue in OpenBridge where I cannot delete or modify this pier. You can see in the properties window that all the properties for the pier have disappeared so I can't edit the template or elevation constraints. When I try and delete…
Allowing multiple designers to work on different elements of the same bridge at the same time - OpenBridge
Hi all,
We have a specific OpenBridge workflow that I can't seem to figure out. Say we have an urgent job that needs a quick turnaround, we would get multiple designers to work on the job at once. One would work on the abutments, one on the piers, one…
Application cannot be found
Initially, the migration from OpenBridge Modeler . to OpenBridge Designer usually allows users to use OpenBridge Modeler from OpenBridge Designer . So, in general, the new licenses are, for now on, for OpenBridge Designer and include OpenBridge Modeler…
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…
Release Announcement - OpenBridge Designer (OBD) CONNECT Edition, 2021 Release 1 (July 2021)
What's New in OBD CONNECT Edition, 2021 Release 1
This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition v10 Update 10 and its components 1) OpenBridge Modeler (OBM), 2) RM Bridge, 3) LEAP Bridge Concrete (LBC), and 4) LEAP…
OpenBridge Modeler Crash- Modifying Beam Layout
Hello,
I am working in OpenBridge Modeler Connect Edition (10.08.02.55) through OpenBridge Designer ( 10.08.02.10) and am experiencing an issue which causes the software to crash. I am attempting to model a bridge with different numbers of beams in…
OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition, 2021 Release 1 (July 2021)
What's New in OBM CONNECT Edition, 2021 Release 1
This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition v10.10.00.8x.
Model Steel Tubs
Model Steel Cross Frames for Concrete Beams
Model Column Cross Section using…
PSC Bridge Design - OBM/RM: Analysis and Bridge Design.
RM > File > Read TCL Data
Schedule Actions for construction stages, additional and traffic load cases, load combinations, check actions…
Loads Definition with combination table, load management, load sets and load cases.
Traffic Lanes and Load Trains…
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.
Bridge name.
Alignment pick interactively from *.dgn file or use one default alignment.
Bridge Type.
Deck Template under Utilities > Libraries…