Girder Layout

This section defines the girder layout by connecting insertion points to form girder lines, and specifying cantilever lengths at girder ends.

Navigation: Bridge Geometry > Girder Layout

For detailed parameter explanations, see the Girder Layout Reference.

Steps

Step 1: Navigate to Girder Layout

Navigate to Bridge Geometry > Girder Layout in the tree view.

Navigation

Girder Layout Panel

Step 2: Define First Girder Line

Click the three-dots icon on the first cell under Supports and select insertion points IP1 and IP6 to define the first girder line.

Step 3: Create Remaining Girder Lines

Repeat the process to create girder lines for all girders by selecting the appropriate insertion point pairs.

Step 4: Set Cantilever Lengths

Enter the Initial Cantilever Length and End Cantilever Length as 6.5 ft for each girder.

The cantilever length represents the distance between the bearing and girder end. This distance is included in the self-weight computation of the girder.

Cantilever Length

Verification

After completing these steps, your girder layout should match the view shown below.

Completed Girder Layout

Video Walkthrough

This video demonstrates the process of creating the girder layout by selecting insertion points.

Girder Layout Setup