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Bridge Design

The widely used modular concept of the SOFiSTiK FE software has especially enabled generations of bridge designers to do their challenging job. Ranging from parametric design of frame bridges to force optimization and shop form computations of large span post-tensioned concrete and steel bridges – the possible applications are diverse and flexible.

What advantages does SOFiSTiK offer for bridge design?


CABD-Technology (Computer-Aided Bridge Design)

  • Axis based input with parametric master cross sections
  • Variables and formulas allow the description of complex models with automatic FE meshing.
  • Interface to Rhinoceros from Robert McNeel & Associates including a specific set of components targets supporting the CABD technology.


SOFiPLUS

  • AutoCAD based input for 3D structures
  • Graphical tendon editor
  • Cross section editor


FE sectional analysis for concrete, steel and composite sections

  • Shear deformations, warping and nonlinear temperature
  • Consideration of sectional construction stages (e.g. precast section with in-situ concrete)


Construction Stage und Design Manager

  • Construction stage analysis
  • Design manager for many construction methods and codes


Enhanced features

  • Nonlinear shell elements (cracked concrete, steel yielding)
  • Rolling Stock Design
  • Seismic Design


Building Information Modeling (BIM)

  • IFC and SAF Interface
  • Dynamo and Revit data exchange