How can I model a concrete box bridge using bridge modeler for which its deck is rigidly (without bearings) connected to its bents and abutments?
This can be accomplished using the following steps (in V12.0.2): • Define fixed bridge bearing via “Bridge > Bearings > Add New Bridge Bearing” and set fixed release type for all [DOFs]. • Define abutment with integral girder support condition (via “Bridge > Abutments > Add New Bridge Abutment”). • Define bridge bent with integral girder support condition (via “Bridge > Bents > Add New Bridge Bent”). • Use “Bridge > Bridge Objects > Modify/Show Bridge Object” menu command to assign the previously defined fixed bearing to the abutments and bents with rigid connection to the superstructure. The menu command will open Bridge Object Data form that can be used the complete the following actions: • Under “Modify/Show Assignments” heading, choose Abutments and click the “Modify/Show” button. Then assign the previously defined fixed bearing to the abutments. • Under “Modify/Show Assignments” heading, choose Bents and click the “Modify/Show” button. Then assign the previously defined fixed bear
