Bearing Spacing Dimensions Differ Between Main Bridge Model and Substructure Module
I am designing a 2-span precast prestressed beam bridge in LEAP Bridge Concrete CONNECT Edition v17.00.01.01.
The bearing dimensions along the pier cap are shown correctly in the following view under the 'Substructure' tab:
However, when you click…
LEAP Bridge Concrete DW loads
How does LEAP Bridge Concrete calculate the reactions for DL-Comp. (DW)? I added up all the DW reactions and compared to a hand calc of utlities and overlay loads. The total DW is nearly 4 times greater than my hand calcs. I have 4 beam lines with 0.05…
LEAP Bridge Concrete Reactions
In the Shear/Moment Envelope (&Reactions) Design output what is the difference between live load Max, Truck, and Lane? Is the max HL-93 including truck and lane loading? I have a 6 span continuous concrete superstructure.