The Bridge Modeler seems to be missing quite a lot of parameters for even just a preliminary design aspect. There is a great lack of Definition of what is what From Layout to the Abutment. I believe that you have incorrect naming of your parameters, which is leading to problems with the design tool. Missing elements Like approach slab, Barrier types, Wing walls and definitions. So much is incorrect, and for something that should be done on the fly takes longer to learn quirks and work arounds to the product.
There is definitely a lack of understanding as to how Bridges are designed. You guys need a solid peer group to help with this. For instance, How does the "Barrier end offset from Abutment CL" Correlate? Answer: It doesn't. Why is there no Parameter for Length of a Wing Wall? What does your Station numbers in the Layout Correlate to? BB & EB? or Abutment CL's at BB & EB? Why can't I input Footing dimensions myself? Where is a diaphragm Abutment option? Outrigger Bents? Abutments aren't Bents, so why is it labeled that way? Where's my option for Columns instead of Pier Walls? Where's my choice of Footings or Caison? What about integrated girders? The List goes on...
Another Helpful tool, would to be able to have along next to the Bridge definition Tool Box, have a Object viewer next to it so that you can see the immediate result of those parameter changes.
More Subassemblies! Multiple Girder bays! Varying Depth of Superstructure design capabilities! Fence or Railing on top of Barriers! Soundwalls on Barriers! Better definition of Barriers, sidewalks, did I say more sub assemblies! Infastructure is huge and this area has seen so little help... or slow progress.
Thanks!
