BENTLEY INROADS BRIDGE

Powerful tools for modeling roadway bridges

Used to model complex bridge geometry, Bentleys InRoads Bridge simplifies the layout of bridge
geometry without having to regenerate data from the roadway design. The software is fully integrated
with the InRoads family of products and it is compatible with the worlds most popular CAD formats.
Bridge design is a precision engineering challenge. InRoads Bridge calculates all information from
the roadway geometry and digital terrain model. Geometric development of the bridge model follows
a logical workflow from the slab fascia lines to pier lines, from the primary and secondary framing
InRoads Bridge generates
girder systems based on user
preferences and design checks.

lines to screed reports.

Interactive Bridge Geometry

InRoads Bridge generates precise bridge alignment geometry. You can dynamically create and edit
horizontal and vertical alignment components, as well as apply multiple vertical alignments to each
horizontal alignment to establish different design alternatives. Powerful geometry tools provide
immediate on-screen verification when designing complex, multilevel interchanges.

Extensive Bridge Modeling Tools

The software offers extensive tools for the interactive layout of complex bridge geometry or simple
span bridges. These tools provide for almost every design scenario for substructure, superstructure,
InRoads Bridge models
substructure components
for almost any situation.

supports and deck surface. Automated design options allow you to eliminate repetitive tasks while
improving design integrity.

Utilize Industry Standards

When modeling bridge components, choose from a wide variety of industry-standard member sections,
including standard AISC, AASHTO, U-beam sections, box beams and plate girders. InRoads Bridge
delivers a standard section table and provides customization for nonstandard components.

Bridge Substructure Modeling

You can automate the development of substructure components with InRoads Bridge. Quickly define
Use MicroStation to
create detailed renderings
of your bridge model.

columns and footers to meet the specific requirements of your project. Use digital terrain model data
to accurately fit the substructure components into the bridge model.

Data Interoperability
InRoads Bridge is part of the InRoads family of civil engineering products from Bentley. Data created
with the InRoads products can be leveraged across the disciplines to help improve the flow of information for your project team. The InRoads suite of products runs on the two most popular CAD platforms:
MicroStation and AutoCAD. Data can be shared between users, regardless of the platform.

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Data Interoperability
Seamless integration between CAD platforms
in both DGN and DWG environments
Import data from almost any source

Centralized Data Model

Single data source for all modules within the
InRoads family of products
All InRoads modules interoperate directly
and seamlessly
Multi-user access to data facilitates
workgroup collaboration

Model the design surface

with InRoads Bridge.

Interactive Coordinate Geometry

Robust sets of interactive geometry tools for
alignment generation on screen
Tools use methods and principles specific to
civil engineering
Check Integrity tool for location and removal
of discontinuities
Design feature development using automated
COGO commands
Bridge center lines, horizontal and vertical
alignments
Right-of-way, property boundaries and
property takes
Interchanges and ramp bridges
Multi-centered curves and spiral transition curves

InRoads Bridge provides a

comprehensive solution for
your bridge modeling workflow.

Bridge Modeling Tools

Complete structure modeling

Slab fascia lines
Pier lines
Primary and secondary framing lines
Screed reports

Bridge Component Library

Standard section table with sample sections for
standard AISC, AASHTO, box beams, U-beams
and plate girders
Creation of custom sections by editing the
dimensional properties of samples provided

Integrated Elevation Data

BENTLEY INROADS
BRIDGE SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites:
MicroStation v8.1 or higher; or
AutoCAD 2000i & 2002
Processor:
Intel Pentium II 400Mhz minimum, 500 Mhz recommended
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows XP
Professional, Microsoft
Windows 2000, Microsoft
Windows NT(SP6), Microsoft
Windows Me, Microsoft
Windows 98 (2nd edition)
Memory:
128 Mb minimum,
256 Mb recommended
Disk Space:
75 Mb minimum, 100 Mb
or more recommended
Input Device:
Mouse

Site Design
Surface model generation using detailed site
design tools
Robust terrain modeling tools for establishment
of footing depth, calculation of earthwork volumes
and manipulation of individual points to adjust the
transition surfaces

Feature-Based DTM
Flexible, double-precision
Intelligent features
Representation and labeling of the DTM is based
on feature definition
Proper display of terrain features throughout
the model

Contract Deliverables
Production of standard project deliverables
Coordinate lists
Areas
Radial stakeouts
Alignments
Automation of plan and profile generation expedites
the production of plan sets, improving the contract
delivery process

Visualization
True 3D modeling environment
Natural by-product of the design workflow
Running with MicroStation, robust tools for
producing detailed renderings and simulations
of bridge models

Database Management and Reporting

Management of the related bridge model
component data in a database for use in reports,
queries and annotation
Report creation for spans, framing layout,
overhangs, clearances, screeds and more

Industry Standards

Support for industry standards, such as LandXML

Exporting of alignments, surfaces and other pertinent design information to other systems via XML

Import camber and deflection data external

analysis programs
Definition of the top of substructure components
in 3D space using elevation data
Generation of bridge deck elevations from the
3D surface model

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