4. Single-Span Arch Bridge

Course 1) Overview and Properties Setting

• Explore an overview and detail of an arch bridge
• Explore the loading conditions acting on an arch bridge
• Learn about tasks such as file storage and unit system configuration in the working environment
• Understand methods for modeling an arch bridge
• Acquire knowledge on setting materials and cross-sectional properties using the user-defined and DB for the analysis of an arch bidge

Course 2) Modeling

• Learn about the 1D frame modeling method for an arch bridge (including arch rib, hanger, main girder, cross beam and bracing)

Course 3) Boundary Condition

• Define the boundary conditions examined in the overview stage
• Explore the method of defining node boundary conditions using the Define Supports function
• Learn the method of defining boundary conditions for both ends of beams using the Beam End Release function
• Understand the method of creating a group of cross beams to be used in the subsequent load input steps

Course 4) Load Condition

• Explore the method of defining static load conditions using the Static Load Cases function
• Learn how to input static loads applied to the structure using the Element Beam Loads function
• Understand the method of setting up moving load codes for moving load analysis, defining lanes, and inputting vehicle moving loads
• Performing structural analysis for an arch bridge based on loading and boundary conditions

Course 5) Analysis Result

• Learn how to linearly combine the load cases generated after completing structural analysis
• Examine the deformed shape of the structure under load combination
• Verify member forces such as shear forces and bending moments
• Check the results of influence lines
• Use Moving Load Tracer to track and confirm significant load effects in influence line analysis under vehicle moving loads
• Understand the method of load substitution for moving loads to ststic loads using the MCT Command Shell function