The West Point Bridge Designer software helps in building the bridge in the contest. The software helps in introducing a realistic approach to engineering through the task of building a steel bridge with realistic specifications and criteria.
The West Point Bridge Design software is the official software used to enter the contest. The objective of the contest is to create a design with appropriate specifications which can pass simulated load test and must also be cost effective.
Even though using the software is easy yet it manages to provide a similar experience to that of practicing civil engineers who design real highway bridges. The look and feel of the software is, therefore, not compromised. A list of ways through which the software guides the users:
- The software provides indication by color coding the area of tension (blue) and compression (red) along with a 3D animation of the test.
- Graphical modification is allowed by the software to correct any inadequately designed area.
- The cost of the design can be minimized by making changes in the design member properties.
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