For Composite Structures one additional design task is the dimensioning of the Shear Studs. This can easily be achieved in RM Bridge by adding a series of longitudinal static spring elements in the girders to simulate this and extract the Normal forces…

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…

In RM Bridge Schedule \ Load Definition \ Earthquake Load users can define the input for all seismic events to be analyzed in the structure. The Loads are called by the specified number and defined by the reference Modal-File *.mod that includes the model…

Inside Analyzer, in the analysis component of RM Bridge Enterprise CONNECT Edition , users can work on the model's Construction Load and Schedule definitions as listed and shown in the image below from the Menu Tree. Load Definition - subfunctions…

In the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 11. Auto-Meshing has the datasets and a description document for creation of cross section elements using boundaries and auto-meshing for a small bridge structure. It’s composed by three different cross-sections…

Permanent hinges can be defined within "Structure/Elements/Hinges" where they can be set in the Elements Global or Local directions for the Begin and End of the Elements. The three directions X, Y, Z and the three rotations (moments) WX, WY, WZ are available…

In Analyzer\Structure\Load Definition\LoadTrains the Load Trains are created as a series of uniform line loads and concentrated point axle loads to be applied with the respective factors at each Traffic Lane. One basic typical input is shown in the application…

During the Bridge project development and for knowing what the most unfavorable load cases envelope is, for a certain result component, in one final superposition file, “TrackSup” schedule action shall be used. This action generates one list/excel output…

RM Bridge offers a simple and concise method for creating a backup or importing all or partial project input data into a working folder: Read the project as TCL File and Save to TCL File imports or create an editable ASCII Tool Command Language file:…

In RM Bridge the definition of Cross Sections (CS) is completely independent of Alignments, Axes and Segments . Therefore it can be previously defined as cross sections will be later assigned to the respective Elements in the Segments definition to create…

Inside Analyzer , at the Schedule Main menu, at the Load Definition section of RM Bridge Enterprise we can find the Traffic Lanes input for Traffic Definition where a Lane macro can be used to interactively create several lines of Lane Loads with just…

The 3d. option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 3d. Composite Grillage has the datasets and a description document for ÖNORM, modeling, analysis and design of a three span grillage model with a composite deck. It’s composed by two steel…

The 3c. option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 3c. Composite Hollow Box has the datasets and a description document for DIN, modeling, analysis and design of a three span bridge with a composite hollow box girder, with a steel tub girder…

The eighth option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 8. FEM Plate Bridge - 2 Span pre-stressed plate bridge (EC material) has the datasets and a description document for Eurocode with modeling, analysis and design parts of a two span plate…

The second option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 2. Prestressing Basic has the datasets and a description document for both a. EC, b. AASHTO, c. AASHTO [IU], d. JTG & e. SNiP modeling, analysis and design of a three span bridge is presented…

The first option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 1. Getting Started has the datasets and a description document for both a. EC & b. AASHTO modeling, analysis and design of a small bridge structure. It can be accessed at File\Examples\Training…

As part of the OpenBridge Designer installation the RM Bridge Enterprise has inside its File\Examples\Demo examples and FAQ\Suspension Bridge a Demo Example of a simplified suspension bridge and how to deal with a series of particular topics in the design…

The seventh option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 7. CSB - Cable Stayed Bridge has the datasets and an explanatory document for both a. DIN & b.EC modeling, analysis and design of a complete basic 4 spans CSB reference project. It can…

The RM Bridge Enterprise Cantilever User Guide is an advanced technical document about the RM Bridge Balanced Cantilever Preprocessor for considering the segmental construction method at the design of tendons of balanced cantilever bridges. This tool…

Within the Help? Top Menu of RM Bridge there is a Manuals Tab to access all the Technical Support Manuals to model, analysis, design and perform verifications with RM Bridge. Each of this options can be accessed and expanded by mouse and they contain…

In the Top Ribbon Menu of RM Bridge there is a Help? Tab to access all the necessary Technical Support tools to model, analysis, design and perform verifications with RM Bridge . Each of this options can be accessed and expanded by mouse, as shown below…

The fourth option in the RM Bridge Enterprise Training Examples, 4. Balanced Cantilever Bridge - BCB has the datasets and an explanatory document for both a. AASTHO & b.JTG modeling, analysis, and design of a complete basic 3 span BCB reference project…

The Combination Table has the rules to be adopted for each Load case or Envelope with the respective multiplication Safety Factors for each different Combinations used at the structure Checks. Screens shown each 6 but it goes up to 48 possible combinations…

The definition of the Web and Flange sections inside one Cross-section are done thru the Reference Set . For a Web definition the type Shear reinforcement for web shown the web direction (or median line) to be considered, so only one line (constituted…

Inside File\Examples\Demo Examples & FAQ user will find the Frequently Asked Questions and Solutions section for RM Bridge Enterprise . As shown in the screenshot below, user can select the T-beam model as a reference entitled Concrete Structures - Ultimate…