Recently, Bentley announced with the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO), a nonprofit and nonpartisan association representing highway and transportation departments in the United States, that they will present the…

We have discovered a critical issue in the recent November 2018 release version of OpenBridge Modeler CE, which we would like to bring to your attention.

Note: This issue also affects the OpenBridge Designer CONNECT Edition product line, which includes…

What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 6

This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 6.

• New advanced deck definition for Box Girder bridges.
  • Support multiple templates in same deck
  • Support for diaphragm…

This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition, 2018 Release 2.

The version # of this release is 10.04.00.47.

• Primary Enhancements:
  • Select footings and abutments, identify terrain and compute earthwork excavation volumes…

Bug Fixes:

 

1. Template Viewer: On newer versions of Windows 10, updated to the 1703 version an issue with template viewer not showing up was fixed.
2. Fixed an issue with slab deck modeling which was resulting in incorrect deck variation for all spans other…

We are excited to announce a new release of OpenBridge Modeler V8i SELECT series 3. This new release features several user requested enhancements and bug fixes and introduces over 30 enhancements to the product since our last release in February. There…

Learn how Bentley’s bridge solution enables you to plan, design, analyze, and detail reinforcement within a Connected Data Environment to increase productivity, mitigate risks, and streamline workflows. See how you can develop intelligent 3D parametric…

We are excited to announce that OpenBridge Modeler V8i SELECT series 2 will be released shortly. Several enhancements and bug fixes based on user feedback have been implemented in this release. This release will continue to add value and increase productivity…

A new version of OpenBridge Modeler is now available. Based on user feedback we have added several enhancements and a few bug fixes. 

This post will be updated as soon as the software is available for download by users. 

• Pier Columns can now be defined…

As an alternative to creating the 3d structures from scratch, you can use the models from LEAP Bridge directly and create the 2D Plans.

A great step forward. Huge time saver! Please do check out the details in this youtube video.

www.youtube.com/watc…

Bentley Systems is privileged to be a Bronze Sponsor for the Steel Conference. This years conference also includes the World Steel Bridge Symposium.

Stop by the Bentley Software Booth and learn more about our new software for the analysis and design…

NBC Nightly News segment highlights the issue of infrastructure (specifically Roads and Bridges) in the USA. Click here to watch the video.

Also visit this site from Transportation for America for detailed statistics on the state of Bridges.

Read more about this unique project by the Bloom Companies, LLC and view some very interesting pictures of the BE Inspired award winning bridge here.

Watch this short YouTube video of the project from Wisconsin DOT by clicking here.

A brief overview of how the full bridge 3D model from LEAP Bridge can be further repurposed for construction simulation using MicroStation.

First create a simple bridge model using the ABC Wizard in LEAP Bridge Enterprise (LBE). As soon as you click on…

One of the most powerful features in LEAP Bridge is the ability to export the full 3D bridge model, including super and substructure to MicroStation dgn file format. After the model is created in LEAP Bridge, simply right mouse click on any 3D view, and…

If you are visiting NASCC, The Steel Conference, in St. Louis, MO, April 17-19, 2013, please stop by the Bentley booth (#919) for an exciting preview of our sophisticated new offering for Steel Bridge Design.

Bridge Inspectors have a new level of mobility with InspectTech Collector Mobile on the iPad. This app enables quick and effective collection of transportation infrastructure asset information and completion of inspections in the field. A streamlined…

In case you've missed it, here is a link to an excellent presentation by Finley Engineering Group, Inc. (FINLEY).

http://www.roadsbridges.com/bridge-information-modeling-design-and-engineering-collaboration

Webinar Overview:

Bentley provides the…

LEAP Bridge v12.01.00.57

Enhancements:

• Introduced a new analysis option “Integral Abutment Bridge” in the Project tab. This option allows users to analyze and design integral abutments.
• Support for Pile Bent and Wall Pier Type abutments…

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Discover how the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development integrated design efforts across multiple teams and locations to complete their bridge project under budget and ahead of schedule!

An exciting new addition to the Bridge Product line at Bentley rounding off the bridge asset life cycle management, all the way from design to maintenance and inspection.

Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the leading company dedicated to providing comprehensive…

LEAP Bridge v8i (SELECTseries 2) v10.00.02 is a maintenance release and incorporates the following fixes to itself and its component programs:

LEAP Bridge v10.00.02

Fixes:

• Fixed an error in LEAP Bridge, where if the user selects EXIT option in…

Always wanted to create your own 3D Bridge Models for use in presentations and reports? Using LEAP Bridge this is real easy and ultra cool. Most importantly it is the same structural model that is used to analyze and design your bridge. A simple byproduct…

LEAP Bridge v8i (SELECTseries 2) v10.00.01 is a new release which incorporates numerous enhancements. 

LEAP Bridge v10.00.01

Enhancements

• ABC Wizard now allows users to model T beam bridges, reinforced or post-tensioned.
• ProjectWise integration…