Model sketch

CSI recommends that users sketch bridge configuration and data that is to be entered into the bridge modeler. Sketching should aid in computational-model development. Also, sketches submitted to CSI Technical Support

will better communicate design intention, and expedite the support process. Attached is a sample sketch (pdf). It is advised that sketches contain the following information:

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• Haunch weight is not included, since haunch is only used to vertically offset girders. When tendons are modeled as elements, tendon Tendon weight is included.

• Shear forces reported on the Bridge Object Response Display form do not include tendon contribution since the primary tendon force is removed from flexural check.

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