OpenBridge
OpenBridge provides modeling, analysis, and design in one comprehensive solution to support LOD requirements for all types of bridge projects.
Results Options Colored Faces
RM Bridge Results Options with Colored Faces will assign to the screen the selected result with certain colored faces and shading.
As shown in the image below, the user:
Selects the Colored Faces option and the LC/Sup;
Set the respective Component…
Does RC Pier check shear friction in the pier cap (AASHTO 5.7.4)?
Does RC Pier check shear friction in the pier cap (AASHTO 5.7.4)?
I've looked in the output reports and didn't see reference to this spec section. I've also looked in the application help interface and couldn't find it. Note: my application version…
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…
UltSup and UltLc for Total Join & Split Results
In OBD CE 2021 Release 2 and RM Bridge v11.13, was implemented the Ultimate Check Capacity using different types of force component selections namely: Total: Normal, Total: Split and, Total: Join . The non-composite cross-section defaults to the Total…
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…
Precast girders geometrical elevation measurements
For bridge precast girders there are some elevation measurements that are an specific geometrical issue to achieve the final roadway profile while accommodating the girder camber and geometric effects of the roadway surface including super elevations…
RM Bridge Program Settings
RM Bridge Enterprise Program Settings is accessible to the users at the Top Home Ribbon Menu, as shown in the screenshot below. Program Settings allows users to set up the program configuration for:
Language : Dialogue and Output
Editor path : direct…
2 Snap Through Problem Pin-joined Arch
The objective of this Verification Example of a Snap Through Problem at a Pin-joined Arch is to perform a post-buckling analysis of a typical roof structure, a pinned "linearly arched" structure, using IIIrd Order, the large deflection method, as well…
Integral Steel Composite Bridge – video4
In this video is presenting the Last Construction Stage after the concrete slab is hardened and composite elements activated.
It is introduced the load cases for deck wearing surface and utilities, the earth pressure behind abutments, the transferring…
Integral Steel Composite Bridge – video3
In RM Bridge Enterprise > Modeler > Cross sections, the User can define the finite shell elements in the deck slab.
The User can edit shell elements for assigning variables to slab thickness, if desired and review the information introduced.
In…
Integral Steel Composite Bridge – video2
In RM Bridge Enterprise > Analyzer, were defined the several Construction Stages considered in the bridge built and until the composite is activate (before concrete slab is hardened). Presented below the different construction stages calculated.
STG01…
Integral Steel Composite Bridge – video1
In RM Bridge Enterprise > Modeler, was defined the completely geometry for an Integral Steel Composite Bridge. In this video series, it is presented the structural analysis and design for this type of bridges.
The deck cross-section is defined with…
database reading error
When opening from OBD Connect Edition, I accidentally double clicked on the Leap Bridge Concrete button, and it tried to open up 2 instances of the file. It generated an error, I don't remember which one, and now it won't open my file. I'm afraid I lost…
RM v. 11.12.00.16 (in OpenBridge Designer), ADDCON - The Restart command has the options "Update" and "Ignore". These two options do not work anymore.
That means the Restart iterations continue to the end, either to tollerence setting or to "No convergence". This is a fault in the last version(s).
Rgs Arne Bruer (COWI Norway).
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…