In this session of the Bentley Bridge SIG, you will hear updates on new features in LEAP Bridge Steel and learn a recommended workflow for generating drawings.
LEAP Bridge Steel CONNECT Edition Update contains two significant enhancements: Field splice design and analysis, and export of dead and live load reactions to the substructure design module. Additionally there are several bug fixes.
The following enhancements and maintenance items are included in new version
- Field splice design and analysis
- Export dead and live load reactions to substructure module
- Supports can optionally be offset from the alignment individually (Straddle Supports)
- Improved Cross-Frame member force generation and reporting
- Several bug fixes
Field Splice Design and Analysis
The new LEAP Bridge Steel Field splice command is included on the Superstructure menu. This command provides tools to locate field splices along each member, specify default field splice settings and design parameters, check existing field splices for compliance with the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification or perform design optimization. Field splices are visualized in 3D through the design and analysis process and can be saved as 3D intelligent MicroStation models.
Export Dead and Live Load Reactions to Substructure Modul
The Substructure Design and Analysis command has been enhanced to export dead load and live load reactions to the substructure module. These reactions can then be used to design/analyze the abutments, piers and footings.