What's New
What's New in CONNECT Edition 2021 R1
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 9.0
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 8.2
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 8.1
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 8
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 7.3
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 7
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 6
What's New in CONNECT Edition Update 4
What's New in CONNECT Edition
What's New in V8i (SELECTseries 3) MR1
What's New in V8i (SELECTseries 3)
What's New in V8i (SELECTseries 2)
What's New in V8i (SELECTseries 1)
What's New in V8i
Getting Started
About OpenBridge Modeler
Quick Overview
Ribbon Interface
Quick Access Toolbar
Important MicroStation Concepts
Important Civil Tools Concepts
Terrain
Terrain Overview
Terrain Models and Element Templates
Referencing Terrain Models
Template Properties
Feature Types
Triangulation Options - Edge Method
Element Information
Properties
Civil Geometry
Civil Geometry Degree of Curve
Civil Geometry Design Standards
Civil Geometry Manipulate and Modify Commands
Importing "Classic" ASCII Files
Model Interoperability
Overview
Civil Design Synchronization Navigator
Differencing Window
Project Explorer
Graphics (Preview) Window
Civil Design Synchronization Navigator - View Mode
Feature Definitions
OpenRoads Designer Standards
ProConcrete Concepts
Using Templates
Template Manager
To save a template
To load an existing template
To add new folders to your template settings
To import a template
To export a template
To sort the folder structure of your template
To delete a folder
Working With Assignments
Display Classes and Area Classes
Working With Part Families
ProjectWise Integration
Program Limitations
Using the Work Page
Work Page
Create WorkSpace Dialog
Create WorkSet Dialog
WorkSet Templates
Edit WorkSet Dialog
Assign Project to WorkSet dialog
File Open dialog
Fundamentals
Configuration Concepts
Subscription Entitlement Service
Bentley Licensing Tool
Options Dialog
To Reserve a License
To Release a License
CONNECT License Client Activation Dialog
Projects
To Create a New WorkSpace
To Create a New WorkSet
To Create a WorkSet from a Template WorkSet
ProjectWise Project Association
To Assign a CONNECTED Project to a WorkSet
Register a ProjectWise Project
To create a new project
To add a bridge
To add a bridge unit
To add a bridge with multiple units
Civil Elements
To import civil geometry
To import civil terrain data
To set the alignment
To set the active terrain
To reference civil data
Templates
2D Templates: Decks, Beams, Columns, and Barriers
To create a 2D template
To apply point details
To set superelevation flag
To define key points
To verify template variables
3D Templates: Piers, Abutments, and Wingwalls
To create a new abutment template
To create a new pier template
To create a new wing wall template
Parametric Templates
To create a stiffener template
To create a cross frame template
To create a connection plate template
To move a bridge to a new station
Modeling
SupportLines
To place supportline by midpoint
To place a parallel supportline
To place multiple supportlines
To move a supportline
To modify supportlines
Superstructure
To place a deck
To assign superelevation
To place a beam layout
To place a beam group
To define a steel built-up beam
To define a steel rolled shape beam
To define a precast beam
To copy a beam definition
To place transverse stiffeners
To place cross frames
place Steel Cross Frames for Concrete Girder Bridges
To place concrete diaphragms
To place steel box girders/tubs
Place Box Beam dialog
Segmental Construction
To place a segmental bridge span-by-span
To place segmental balanced cantilever
To place closure pours
Constraints
To open the constraints editor
To add a variable constraint
Substructure
To place piers on supportlines
To add variable section columns to a pier
To place an abutment
To place a wing wall on an abutment
To place bearings
To place excavation
To place custom substructures
Foundation Decorators
Appurtenances
To place a barrier
To place an auxiliary object by point
To place auxiliary objects spaced along a path
Using Clash Detection
Calculating Clashes
To set up a clash detection job
To select criteria for clash detection operation
To run a self check clash detection
To set up suppression rules
To execute the clash detection
To review the clash results
To group clash results
To export clash results to a spreadsheet
To export clash results to a GPX File
To share clash detection jobs and rules
Modifying OBM Objects
Interoperability
Transfer Model Data with Analytics Programs
Assumptions and Limitations When Exporting to LEAP Bridge Concrete
To send to LEAP Bridge Concrete
To update model from LEAP Bridge Concrete
Assumptions and Limitations When Exporting to LEAP Bridge Steel
To send to LEAP Bridge Steel
To send to RM Bridge
To update model from RM Bridge
Concrete Detailing
Understanding Spacings
Adding Reinforcement to Objects
Adding a Standard Reinforcement Cage to Beams
Adding a Standard Reinforcement Cage to Columns
To clone reinforcement to other beams and columns
To add reinforcing to a strip footing
Adding Rebar to Panels and Walls
To Add a Single RebarSet to a Concrete Element
Adding a Single Bar to an Existing Concrete Element
Adding a Starter Bar to a Concrete Element
Creating an Irregular Dispatch
Modifying Existing Reinforcement
Editing Rebar
Moving Rebar
Copying Rebar
Deleting Rebar
Exploding Rebar
Stretching Rebar
Trimming Rebar
Extending Rebar
Breaking Rebar
Creating Rebar Lap Splice
Working With End Conditions
To edit an end condition using the Edit End Condition dialog
To edit an end condition using the Edit End Condition tool
Converting End Condition to Bent Bar
Adding a mechanical device to a rebar end
Rotating End Conditions
Aligning End Conditions
Deleting End Conditions
Face Based Rebar Modeling
To assign position numbers to a concrete model
Selecting Rebar and Concrete Codes
Viewing and Modifying Rebar Code Settings
Reports
To generate a quantities report
To generate an input echo report
To generate an segmental coordinates report
To generate a deck elevations report
To generate a bearing seat elevations report
To generate a beam report
To generate a camber and deflections report
To generate a balanced cantilever report
Automated Drawings
To specify settings for automated drawings
To set up the model for automatic drawings
To generate a substructure drawing
To generate a super-structure cross section drawing
The Ribbon
File tab and Backstage View
Home Ribbon Tab
Primary
Explorer dialog
References dialog
Raster Manager dialog
Point Cloud dialog
Reality Mesh Attachments dialog
Models dialog
Level Display dialog
Level Manager dialog
Properties dialog
Key-in Window
AccuDraw Window
Auxiliary Coordinates dialog
Saved Views dialog
Cell Library dialog
Markups dialog
Details dialog
Window List dialog
Selection
Element Selection tool
Select All tool
Select None tool
Place Fence tool
Modify Fence tool
Manipulate Fence Contents tool
Delete Fence Contents tool
Drop Fence Contents tool
Save Fence Contents tool
Named Boundaries dialog
Lock tool
Unlock tool
Bring to Front tool
Paste Special dialog
Bridge Setup
Import Geometry tool
Import Terrain tool
Import Terrain Model(s) dialog
Bridge Wizard dialog
Add Bridge tool
Set Active Alignment tool
Move Bridge to Station tool
Set Active DTM (Terrain) tool
Add Bridge Unit tool
SupportLine
Place SupportLine By Midpoint tool
Place SupportLine Parallel tool
Place Multi SupportLines tool
Move SupportLine tool
Modify Supportline tool
Superstructure
Place Deck tool
Place Advanced Deck tool
Place Advanced Deck dialog
Assign Superelevation tool
Place Beam Layout tool
Beam Layout dialog
Place Beam Group tool
Beam Definition dialog
Place Transverse Stiffeners tool
Stiffener Placement dialog
Stiffener Location Wizard dialog
Place Cross Frame tool
Cross-Frame Placement dialog
Cross Frame Location Wizard dialog
Place Diaphragm tool
Place Diaphragms dialog
Place Shear Studs
Shear Studs Placement dialog
Place Field Splice
Place Field Splices dialog
Place Segmental Span tool
Place Cantilever Segmental tool
Close Segmental Balanced Cantilever tool
Segmental Cantilever Report tool
Constraints tool
Solids Constraints Definition dialog
Substructure
Place Pier tool
Pier Elevation Constraints dialog
Place Abutment tool
Place Custom Pier tool
Place Custom Abutment tool
Place Wingwall tool
Place Bearing tool
Place Excavation tool
Auxiliary
Place Auxiliary By Point tool
Place Auxiliary By Path tool
Place Barrier tool
Civil Ribbon Tab
General Tools
Import Export
Import Geometry
Import Horizontal Geometry from ASCII File
Import Vertical Geometry From ASCII File
Export Geometry
Design Elements
Set Active Profile
Set Active
Select By Graphical Filter
Create Civil Rule Feature
Standards
Set Feature Definition
Features Definition Toolbar
Match Feature Definition
Civil Message Center
Set Element Information
Activate Civil AccuDraw Toolbar
Geometry Report
Horizontal Geometry Report
Report Browser
Profile Report
Map Check Report
Station Offset Report
Point Feature Station Offset Evaluation Report
Station Base Report
Civil Analysis
Analyze Point
Analyze Between Points
Analyze Volume
Inverse Points
Input Types
Analyze Trace Slope
Analyze Pond
Element Component Quantities
Create Cut Fill Volumes
3D Drive Through
Horizontal
Horizontal Geometry Lines
Line Between Points
Line to Element
Line between Arcs
Line From Element
Chamfer Between Elements
Horizontal Geometry Arcs
Circle
Arc Between Points
Arc to Element
Arc Between Arcs
Arc From Element
Arc Between Elements
Complex Transition between any Element and Arc
Horizontal Geometry Point
Place Point
Equal Space Points
Offsets and Tapers
Single Offset Entire Element
Reverse Curves
Reverse Curve by Angle
Reverse Transition
Horizontal Geometry Spirals
Spiral from Element
Options
Spiral between Elements
Horizontal Geometry Modify Complex
Start Station
Add Station Equation
Copy Element
Horizontal Insert Fillet
Append Element
Horizontal Geometry Complex Geometry
Complex by Elements
Complex by PI
Complex Redefine
Define by Best Fit
Create Geometry by Template
Vertical
Open Profile Model
Set Active Profile
Profile Creation
Profile From Surface
Project Profile to Element
Project Profile to Element
Project Profile Range to Element
Project Extended Profile
Place Profile Intersection Point
Vertical Geometry Lines
Profile Line Between Points
Profile Line to Element
Profile Line between Elements
Profile Line from Element
Vertical Geometry Curves
Profile Curve Between Points
Profile Curve to Element
Profile Curve From Element
Profile Curve Between Elements
Vertical Geometry Complex Geometry
Profile Complex by Elements
Profile Complex by VPI
Define Profiles by Best Fit
Profile Insert Curve
Append Profile Element
Profile Reverse Transition
Profile Offset Transition
Element Profiles
Quick Profile Transition
Profile by Constant Elevation
Define Profile by Slope from Point
Profile by Slope From Element
Profile by Variable Slope from Element
Profile by Vertical Offset from Element
Profile by 3D Element
Superelevation
Superelevation Create
Create Superelevation Sections
Create Superelevation Lanes
Workflow For Through Lanes
Workflow For Auxiliary Items
Superelevation Calculate
Calculate Superelevation
Edit Superelevation Rule File
Import Superelevation
Assign to Corridor
Superelevation Edit
Insert Station Cross Slope
Superelevation Editor
Superelevation Report
Open Superelevation View
Open Cross Section View
Terrain Model
Create From File tool
Create Terrain Model From ASCII File tool
Create Terrain Model By Graphic Filter tool
Terrain Feature Manager dialog
Create From Point Cloud tool
Creating the Terrain Model
Create From Elements tool
Create Complex Terrain Model
Create Clipped Terrain Model tool
Create Detla Terrain Model tool
Create Terrain By Text Interpolation tool
Add Features tool
Remove Features tool
Edit Complex Terrain Model tool
Change Feature Type tool
Edit Terrain Model tool
Add Terrain Model Boundary tool
Remove Terrain Model Boundary tool
3D Geometry
Additional 3D by Plan Profile
Apply 3D by Slope to Target
Create 3D by Volume
To create a civil consensus repository
Create Civil Consensus Repository tool
Read Civil Consensus Repository tool
Revisions to Civil Consensus Repository tool
Update Civil Consensus Repository tool
Utilities Ribbon Tab
Interop
Send to LEAP Bridge Concrete tool
Update from LEAP Bridge Concrete File tool
Send to LEAP Bridge Steel tool
Update from LEAP Bridge Steel tool
Send to RM Bridge tool
Update from RM Bridge tool
Send to ProStructures tool
Superstructure (Export) tool
Libraries
Manage Deck Templates tool
Manage Barrier Templates tool
Manage Beam Templates tool
Manage Column Templates tool
Manage Pier Templates tool
Pier Templates (Edit) dialog
Pile Layout dialog
Manage Abutment Templates tool
Abutment Templates (Edit) dialog
Manage Wingwall Templates tool
Edit Wingwall dialog
Material tool
Stiffeners Library tool
Stiffener Templates dialog
Cross Frames Library tool
Cross Frame Library dialog
Connection Library tool
Beam Connection Plate Library dialog
Splices Library tool
Field Splice dialog
Shear Studs Library Dialog
Connector Angles Library
ACS
Define ACS by Element tool
ACS Type
Using AccuDraw with Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
Arbitrary Rotations
Define ACS by Points tool
Define ACS by View tool
Define ACS by Reference tool
Move ACS tool
Rotate ACS tool
Select ACS tool
Apply ACS to Selected View tool
iTwin Synchronizer
To Create a New Synchronization
To Synchronize Changes in a DGN to an iModel on the iModelHub
iTwin Synchronizer
iTwin Synchronizer Prerequisites
Best Practices
Item Types
Parametric Cells Tab
Reports and Drawings
Reports
Quantities tool
Input tool
XYZ Report tool
Deck Elevation Report tool
Deck Elevation Report dialog
Beam Report tool
Bearing Seat (Report) tool
Camber (Report) tool
Dynamic View By Station tool
(Drawings) Settings tool
Drawings: Dynamic View Settings dialog
Create Substructure Drawings tool
Create Superstructure Cut Drawing tool
Place Named Boundary tool
Place Named Boundary Civil Plan
Named Boundaries
Adjust Profile Named Boundary
View Ribbon Tab
Presentation
View Attributes dialog
Apply Display Style tool
Standard Display Styles
Tools
Window Area tool
Zoom Out tool
Fit View tool
Update View tool
Zoom In tool
Pan View tool
Rotate View tool
Orienting the Drawing Plane in 3D
View Previous tool
Walk tool
Fly tool
Navigate View tool
View Next tool
Camera
Place Camera tool
Change View Perspective tool
Define Camera tool
Camera View Projection
Camera Lens tool
Set Focal Distance tool
Photomatch tool
Place Named Boundaries tool
Saved Views
Create Saved View tool
Update Saved View Settings tool
Apply Saved View tool
Window
Copy View tool
Cascade tool
Tile tool
Arrange tool
View Size tool
Collaborate Tab
ProConcrete Workflow Ribbon
Home Ribbon Tab
Beam Reinforcing
Beam Reinforcing - Beam Info tab
Beam Reinforcing - Beam Defaults tab
Beam Reinforcing - Longitudinal Reinforcing tab
Beam Reinforcing - Lap Options tab
Beam Reinforcing - Stirrups tab
Beam Reinforcing - Options tab
Beam Reinforcing - Assignment tab
Column Reinforcing
Column Reinforcing - Column Info tab
Column Reinforcing - Vertical Reinforcing tab
Column Reinforcing - Lap Options tab
Column Reinforcing - Ties tab
Column Reinforcing - Options tab
Column Reinforcing - Assignment tab
Pad Footing Reinforcing
Pad Footing Reinforcement - Main Reinforcing tab
Pad Footing Reinforcement - End Conditions tab
Pad Footing Reinforcement - Dowels tab
Pad Footing Reinforcement - Options tab
Pad Footing Reinforcement - Assignment
Continuous Footing Reinforcement
Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Main Reinforcing tab
Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Lap Options tab
Continuous Footing Reinforcement - End Conditions tab
Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Options tab
Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Assignment tab
RebarSet - Wall/Panel
RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Main Reinforcement tab
RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Lap Options tab
RebarSet-Wall/Panel - End Condition tab
RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Options tab
RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Assignment
RebarSet - Slab
RebarSet-Slab - Main Reinforcing tab
RebarSet-Slab - Lap Options tab
RebarSet-Slab - End Condition tab
RebarSet-Slab - Options tab
RebarSet-Slab - Assignment tab
RebarSet - Single
RebarSet-Single - Main Reinforcing tab
RebarSet-Single - Lap Options tab
RebarSet-Single - End Conditions tab
RebarSet-Single - Options tab
RebarSet-Single - Assignment tab
Single Rebar
Single Rebar - Rebar tab
Single Rebar - End Conditions tab
Single Rebar - Options tab
Single Rebar - Assignment tab
Single Rebar Distribution
Single Rebar Distribution - Rebar tab
Single Rebar Distribution - End Conditions tab
Single Rebar Distribution - Options tab
Single Rebar Distribution - Assignment tab
Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing
Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Main Reinforcing tab
Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - End Conditions tab
Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Options tab
Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Assignment tab
Associative Extraction
Associative Intersection
Associative Slice
Variables dialog
Positionflags and Positioning
Positionflags and Positioning - Insert tab
Positionflags and Positioning - Steel Positioning tab
Positioning and Comparison Rules dialog - Automatic Position details
Positioning and Comparison Rules - Filter and Order tab
Positioning and Comparison Rules - Options tab
Positioning and Comparison Rules - Prefixes tab
Positioning and Comparison Rules - Comparison method tab
Positionflags and Positioning - Concrete Positioning tab
Automatic Position Settings dialog
Positioning Macros dialog
Bar Factory Settings dialog
Macro Builder dialog
Positionflags and Positioning - Distribute tab
Distribution Settings dialog
Positionflags and Positioning - Others tab
Positionflags and Positioning - Drawing Number tab
Positionflags and Positioning - Layout tab
Position Flag Definition dialog
Positionflags and Positioning - Sort tab
Codes Manager
Bar Analytics
Rebar Modification Ribbon Tab
Create Rebar Lap Splice
Rebar End Properties
Rebar End Properties dialog
Edit End Condition
OpenRoads Designer
Geotechnical
Descartes
MicroStation
Tutorials
Readme
Before You Begin
Installation
Installation Requirements
Side-by-side installations
Minimum Profile
Subscription Entitlement Service
Defects Resolved
Defects resolved in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition 2021 Release 1
Legal
Copyright Notice
Trademark Notice