Software Option for LUSAS Bridge
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Masonry Bridge Wizard
Generate 2D and 3D continuum models of single and multi-span masonry arch bridges with semi-circular or segmental arches in a fraction of the time it takes to manually model the same structures.
Create models that include piers and abutments, with or without a skew, using linear or nonlinear materials.
Once
created, models can be further modified to incorporate changes to
geometry or material properties, particular foundation conditions, or to assign code specific train or vehicle
loads, or custom loading.
The continuum models
produced are for "macro modelling" of masonry, where the
masonry is considered as a continuous composite material - as opposed
to "micro modelling" where each block and each mortar joint
is modelled explicitly. The LUSAS concrete cracking and crushing
material model may be used to approximate the cracking and crushing
behaviour of masonry.
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