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LUSAS Bridge / Bridge plus
LUSAS Bridge is a
world-leading finite element analysis software application for the
analysis, design and assessment of all types of bridge
structures.
Whether you need to
carry out a straightforward linear static analysis of a single span
road bridge, a dynamic analysis of a slender architectural steel
movable footbridge, or a detailed geometrically nonlinear staged erection
analysis of a major cable stayed structure involving concrete creep
and shrinkage, LUSAS Bridge provides all the facilities you need.
Extensive
results processing, viewing and report generation facilities give you
ultimate control over what you plot and print from your analysis. In
short, LUSAS Bridge software handles simple grid/grillage and slab
structures with ease and has a full range of additional software
options and features for more advanced bridge structures.
Many real-life
illustrative uses of the software can be seen by visiting our bridge
engineering case studies page.
Why use LUSAS
Bridge?
- Benefit from the use
of cost-effective structural modelling and analysis
(including soil-structure interaction) of any structure in one
software package, and then extend your workflow into design.
- Build global and
local models that are feature-based and allow mixing of element types in
the same model.
- Carry out advanced nonlinear
geometry, material and contact modelling.
- Customise the software
to your needs using the LUSAS Programmable Interface.
- LUSAS is a
long-established and trusted provider to industry leaders, and
LUSAS Technical Support is stated, by its users, to be simply:
"The best in the business."
For all bridge types:
- Slab decks
- Slab / beam decks
- Composite decks
- Straight or curved
plate girders
- Masonry arches
- Integral bridges
- Truss bridges
- Ribbon bridges
- Movable bridges
- Cable stayed bridges
- Suspension bridges
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Used
for:
- Innovative new design
- Cost-saving re-design
- Load rating and
assessments
- When design codes can’t
be used
- Development of
retrofit solutions
- Erection / demolition engineering
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Typical
bridge
applications
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more.
Software
products
LUSAS Bridge is
available in a choice of software
levels; Bridge LT, Bridge, and
Bridge Plus to suit
your analysis needs. Each uses the same Windows user interface, and
has modelling wizards, comprehensive vehicle loading and Smart
Combination facilities for easy and rapid model generation, load
application and combining of loadcase results.
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All levels of the
products use the same user interface and terminology, so training costs
can be minimised and users can be introduced to LUSAS at the most
appropriate level for the work they need to do.
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There is also full
data compatibility across the product range allowing easy migration of
a model to a more advanced analysis when required without any data
conversion or remodelling.
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Separate
details list the capabilities of each particular software product.
See how the products
compare.
Usage
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Use
Bridge LT for linear static analysis of structural frames and
grillages.
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Use
Bridge for linear static and linear modal dynamic analysis of
shell and solid models.
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Use
Bridge Plus for more advanced analyses using the appropriate
purchased option(s).
Element
sets
Software
options
Extend the finite element analysis capabilities
of particular LUSAS Bridge software products by purchasing
additional software options.
Global
coverage and support
LUSAS software is
marketed and supported globally by LUSAS and also through a network of
distributors and resellers that cover every continent.
Used by thousands of
users, LUSAS is highly regarded in the civil, structural and bridge
engineering industries, as demonstrated by an impressive list of
clients, which include many of the top international consultancies.
LUSAS is also used extensively by government agencies, local
authorities and smaller to medium-size consultants, many of whom find
that the advanced analysis facilities not only expand their
capabilities but also give them a competitive edge.
Universities and
research institutions throughout the world use the academic version of
LUSAS, which provides a steady supply of proficient LUSAS users to
support your use of the software in your industry.
Some
typical user quotes
" LUSAS has
the best support in the industry. It’s not even close with the other
software companies. " (Brian L.)"
"The LUSAS team
provide us with the best support I have experienced from any provider.
You have gone to a great effort to build a trusted relationship. Your
technical support is excellent and appreciated." " (John M.)
"I was impressed
with the LUSAS help desk. The responses were very detailed,
informative and helpful." (Sarah R.)
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