What is the key advantage of ADAPT-ABI over other structural analysis software?
Unlike general structural analysis software which mainly focus on the completed bridge behavior, ADAPT-ABI models the material properties, time-dependent factors of creep, shrinkage, relaxation in prestressing, elongation of tendons, aging of concrete and provides information for geometry control during construction (for example the pre-camber required during construction of a balanced cantilever bridge to counteracting the short-/long-term deflection), in addition to some post-construction design force envelope calculations like influence line, bending moment and shear force diagrams.
