Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM): Understanding Features and

Terminology

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Scot Becker

Presentation Outline

• The Vertical Industry What is BIM?

• Benefits of Bridge Information Modeling to SCOBS

• Information Modeling – Terms and Terminology

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What is BIM ? - Video

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What’s in it for SCOBS?

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Design

• Visualizations

• Import / Export into FEM

• Virtual Construction

• Data Model Creation

• Integration into Refined Analysis

• Fabrication

• Interference – Clash Detection

• Model Handoff

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Visualizations

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Clash Detection Micro Level

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Clash Detection Macro Level

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Integration into Refined Analysis

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Construction

• Schedule

• Sequencing

• Demolition Planning

• Virtual Fit Up

• Bill of Materials Supplied

• Fabrication

• As Built Conditions

• Model Handoff

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Construction Schedule and Sequence

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Deck Removal Sequencing

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• Oversize Over Weight Permits

• Perform Rating and Posting analysis

• Attach Information from / to Inspection Reports

• Bridge Management

• As built Conditions

• Cyclic Maintenance – Workflow

• Operations Real time Monitoring

– Videos, gates, loads etc

Own and Operate

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Service Investigation

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Mission:

Fostering an environment for advancing the use of software and technologies for bridges and structures

Vision:

Leverage software and technology for the bridge community to work effectively and efficiently

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What is T-19 doing?

• Educating SCOBS Members on Information Modeling

• Working with Cross AASHTO and TRB committees

• Participating with FHWA in their Information Modeling efforts

• Resourcing a 20-07 to have workshop and provide road map of next steps

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Up Coming Events

• April 14 Iowa’s 3D Modeling Workshop

• April 22 SCOBS- Today’s Presentation to State Bridge Engineers

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Up Coming Events

• June 11 International Bridge Conference (IBC) FHWA Workshop

• ??? National Workshop on a road map to a Standardized Bridge Information Model

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• Get Involved

– Participate at Events

– Champion Change

• Require Models as Deliverables for Owning and Operating Facilities

• Partner with Contracting Industry to Transform Industry Construction of Structures

– Fabrication – early Win-Win

What Can We Do to Foster Change?

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BIM Terminology and Usage

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Thank You

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