Two types of load definitions can be made using OpenBrIM:Types of Load Definitions in OpenBrIM One method for defining loads is to first model the bridge elements. Then, by using the "Construction" section, users can apply the self-weight loads of the bridge elements to the structure in a sequence. Alternatively, when using in the "Loading" section of the workflow, users can: Define the geometry as either a surface (quadrilateral or arbitrary), line, or point. Specify the magnitude using the following units: Surface: Imperial Units (kips/ft²) or Metric Units (kN/m²) Line: Imperial Units (kips/ft) or Metric Units (kN/m) Point: Imperial Units (kips) or Metric Units (kN)
In addition to these loads, several other types of loads can be applied, such as Influence Surface LL/BR/CE Loads, Temperature Loads, Prestress Loads, Wind Loads, and more. For a detailed explanation of how to define load geometry and loads, please refer to the related documentation page. |