This topic summarizes the new enhancements in OpenBridge Modeler CONNECT Edition Update 7.3.

• Support for linearly varying concrete beam cross sections
• Wet joints (closure pours) between concrete beams
• Optional Camber computation based on user input min. clearance and residual camber values
• Dimension Beam Layout
• Dimension Beam cross section in Beam Definition
• Copy Options on Beam Definition
• Add local File menu options for all Libraries
• Variable Mapping for Functional Components – Ground tie
• Model Tendon Points in OBM Templates, transfer to RM
• Allow ratio format for Pile batter.
• Display Beam Lengths in Beam Layout dialog
• Add/Persist Deck Layout outline to 2D Beam Layout
• Report on Beam Elevations at bottom of flange for Steel Girders
• Transfer cross frames from OBM to RM
• Allow Renaming of Support Lines in Modify Support Line Dialog
• Generate accurate Haunch solids for Built-up Beams
• Longitudinal Offset for Abutment
• Drilled Shaft – Bell End option
• Add Texas U Beams to Library
• Add NEXT Beams to Library
• Add Louisiana DOT Beams to Library
• Remove “Update Bridge” from Ribbon Tool Bar. Key-in still available.
• Tag Piers as HammerHead, Wall for RCP. Transfer to Analytics.
• Update FC for PENNDOT Piers to have different angles for left and right side wing walls
• Several Minor UI Enhancements (tool-tips, Copy/Paste to Excel, Improving graphs etc.)
• Rectangular Cap Pier - Option to apply Skew to Solids
• No Update to MicroStation PowerPlatform. Still on MS CE Update 12
• Update to CIF/ORD v10.07.03.xx