This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 8.

• New workflow with ProConcrete Tools in OpenBridge Modeler
  • Reinforce bridge structural members such as beams, piers, abutments, barriers and decks. Add steel reinforcing to concrete objects that update automatically as the concrete shape changes.
  • Modify Rebar Tools
  • Bar Positioning Tools to allow assigning identifying numbers to each rebar in the model
  • Bar Analytics can be used to view information about rebar existing in the active model in a consolidated report
  • Manual Bar Marking Tool (Technology Preview)
• Bridge Wizard, a simple tool which allows novice users to rapidly create a complete 3D bridge model.
• Option to specify analytical properties for Functional Components and transfer to analytics - RM Bridge and LEAP
• Option for Concrete Beam Flanges to follow deck
• Generate beam when placed partly outside of deck
• Option to place up to 2 bearings under each beam end
• Report on grout pad/plate corner elevations
• Support for math expressions in Template variables
• Aux Placement: Option to specify distance and count
• Update to MicroStation PowerPlatform Update 13.
• Update to Civil Platform (OpenRoads Designer) 2019 Release 3
• Update to ProStructures Update 4