OBM Deck Template into RM Modeler

OpenBridge Modeler Explorer Window

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…

One final post to mark the end of 2022!

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…

New options coming for the inverted tee caps, ability to crown both the top and bottom of the ledge portion of the cap.

PDF file showing complete set of Enhancements in 2022 Release 1.

OBD_Modelling PS slab with circular holes

Quick attempt to model a culvert in OBM. Used Deck template to model the cross section. Used custom footing (based on user drawn template) for the footings under an abutment. This is a new feature coming in the next release of OBM, i.e. 2022 R1. Placed…

New option to input Deck breakback distances coming soon in OBM 2022 Release 1.

OpenBridge modeler calculate the stiffeners and cross frames location automatically if you want to place it through the wizard. but It's little bit hard to understand how to calculate the location. So, Please take a look at attached file and you…

You can model dapped beams in OBM, by creating individual beam templates, and setting these templates in the Beam Definition Dialog. Bearing seats will automatically adjust to fill the space above the pier/abutments and below the beam.

Crown Cap Option with and without Integral Cap option for an intermediate multi column pier.

Collage showing Abutment with Crowned Cap option, for both Integral and non-integral options.

OpenBridge Modeler 2021 Release 2 - Full List of Item Types

OpenBridge Modeler: Trying to improve the level of detail on the models

26 Spans over Water. Concrete Girder Bridge (FL78 Beams, 145' Typical Span)

Modeling a concrete Arch Bridge in OBM

This file provides a full list of all Bridge Elements and their properties. If you'd like to build your own expressions, please see Column M in the spreadsheet.

OpenBridge Modeler Update 9.0 introduces the option to specify Field Splices for Steel girders, and automatically adds Filler Plates if required based on connecting beam segment geometry.

Deck Drain/ Gutter Modeled in OpenBridge Modeler

Bridge Construction Planning in Synchro with bridge model created in OpenBridge Modeler

Generating drawings using Dynamic Views from OpenBridge Modeler

Example of Pier Reinforced using the ProConcrete Modeling tools in OpenBridge Modeler