M. To define a vehicle for loading

In order to generate a set of static loads, due to the movement of the vehicle or load on the structure, there are multiple steps involved.

Note: This procedure is used to generate a set of static loads at intervals on a structure. The Bridge Deck workflow can also be used to automatically place loads at locations to achieve maximum or minimum actions on a bridge deck.

Either:
- on the Loading ribbon tab, select the Moving Loads tool in the Loading group
- Select Vehicle Definitions under Definitions in the Load & Definition dialog and then click Add.
The Add New Vehicle Definition dialog opens.
Specify a Vehicle Type Ref number.
This identification number is used to refer to this vehicle load definition in the moving load generator.
Either:
- define a custom vehicle using the Define load tab
- select a standard AASHTO vehicle definition using the AASHTO Spec tab
- select an external file containing vehicle data using the File Input tab
Click Add.