To create a new Service Request for OpenBridge Products the users should follow the instructions at the link below and then enter the Product as OpenBridge Modeler or OpenBridge Designer . How to log Case? Service Requests…

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…

Users can access the OpenBridge Modeler online product documentation by hitting F1 at any time. As detailed in the first figure below, the same link can be accessed in the top ribbon menu option at the Help in the Help Contents button. This will direct…

FAQ: How to model Cross Frames with a back-to-back channel section? First, on the Utilities ribbon tab, select the Cross Frames tool in the Libraries group, as shown in the screenshot below and in the Help/F1 link: To create a cross frame template…

One of the fastest and easy options to turn on and off the visualization of OpenBridge Modeler model elements is to use the Explorer Window at the Top Ribbon Menu Home \ Primary At the OpenBridge Model menu, the toggle On/Off option could include…

Review the material for accreditation by visiting the LEARNserver Advance your Skills and Career The Bentley Accredited Bridge Modeler Program is an official credential from Bentley Systems, Inc. that verifies you have the essential OpenBridge modeling…

FAQ: How do I find out which OpenBridge Modeler program release version I am using? The release version and the release number of OpenBridge Modeler can be found under File/Help/About , it is the same information that is quickly shown when the user…

Users can create different sections along a beam length or path. The checking of the option "Different end template" allows to turn on the transition between the positions of the specified sections. Users should have some special attention to detail:…

Issue : Why an I getting a "Beam Corridor is required" message when trying to place bearings? Resolution : One gets this error when trying to place bearings without doing a Beam Layout and Place Beams. When working in a Beam Slab (P/S or RC Concrete…

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…

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…

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…

A quite common first-time users question is when the section is not showing up in your Dynamic Drawing model, as in the screenshot below. There are many possibilities; but, one common situation is that the user is not aware of the seed and the settings…

Create Drawings in OpenBridge Modeler is a tool to Create Substructure Drawings automatically with a few settings. More specific information can be found at the Help/F1 link below and an example at the YouTube video at the next link. Create Substructure…

The Analysis and Reporting ribbon menu tab in OpenBridge Modeler gives users access to: Bridge Reporting Drawings Labels Drawing Scale Measure Placement

Here we will discuss the FAQ about Reports and Drawing s in OpenBridge Modeler. Analysis and Reporting Ribbon Tab (bentley.com)

In OpenBridge Modeler to import civil terrain data, users can go to the Home ribbon tab and select the Import / Terrain tool in the Bridge Setup ribbon group. Just select the file to import (.TIN; .DTM,..) and at the Import Terrain Model dialog settings…

To rename or add a bridge name open the OBM model and then open Explorer. Expand the Bridges under OpenBridge Model > Bridge Model > Bridges. Right click on the Bridge you want to add or rename and select Rename . Enter the new name and click OK:

The Apply 3D by Slope to Target from the 3D Geometry Tab in the Civil Ribbon Tab is very useful to adjust Terrain models near the bridge abutments . Users can rearrange the terrain slope to match a reference and create models adjusted to reality. Basically…

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…