As a leading visionary in the architecture, engineering and construction industry, Bentley Systems started to offer innovative software solutions. The sole purpose of providing such a creative solution was to entirely transform the approach to designing infrastructures.
As a result, the designers could build a detailed model of an infrastructure while considering the changes and activities of the surrounding environment.
Bentley Raceway and Cable Management – An Overview :-
The Bentley raceway and cable management in Solomon Island and Fiji was developed to facilitate the users during the design process sketching out complicated designs of raceway and cable management. This software prevents the situation of construction delays with the help of 3D modelling.
Apart from that, let’s take a look at some of the general functions that can be performed with the help of this design software.
(a) This software assists in estimating the amount of materials required for the execution of the project with the help of conceptual design mode.
(b) This software mitigates the occurrence of errors during the delivery of the project with the help of automatic take-offs and the creation of 2D prints.
(c) While working on a project the crucial information is shared with the concerned team members through cloud-based facilities. This feature enhances teamwork and establishes a streamlined collaboration among the concerned members.
Key Features of Bentley Raceway and Cable Management :-
[1] Integrated system of raceway design and cable management :
While designing complex raceway and cable systems, there’s no need to utilise multiple software applications. Earlier multiple software applications were deployed for the sole purpose of handling a wide range of design and documentation tasks.
At present, Bentley Raceway and cable management offers a complete layout and allows the user to perform numerous functions in a single, integrated system. This software creates a productive framework to achieve an effective workflow spanning every stage of the design process.
This software allows the designer to keep track of their project with the help of automated workflows. This feature is quite helpful especially while creating conceptual and detailed designs.
[2] Accurate development of 3D models :
Bentley Raceway and cable management offer another interesting feature known as the detailed design mode that allows the designer to accurately develop interesting 3D models of cable trench underground systems and raceway systems.
Moreover, with the help of intelligent drawing functions, the raceway configurations can be placed and manipulated without any hassle. In addition to that, the user could place and configure electrical equipment including the layout of each cabinet. This ensures that the user can obtain accurate information regarding cable length and connection.
[3] Automatic generation of reports :
This software allows the user to keep track regarding the progress of the project by automatically generating the necessary reports of the project.
[4] Conceptual design mode :
This software is embedded with a feature known as conceptual design mode to facilitate the design process at its initial stage. The designer can easily define equipment nodes, assign tags to the nodes and accurately define the raceway routes to connect the equipment nodes.
[5] Automatic routing of the cables :
Since cables are defined as two equipment nodes, this software can automatically determine the best route. The route determination is executed through existing raceways, different segregation criteria and defined routing methods.
The routing procedure not only considers the distance to be the sole factor but also considers various individual factors such as types, weight and capacity of different cables. This facilitates the user to determine the size and number of raceways required to be adjusted.
The Technical Capabilities of Bentley Raceway and Cable Management :-
[1] Creation of cable system models :
Let’s explore some of the basic tasks that can be performed within this software :
(i) Importing cable lists, load lists and node map
(ii) Editing tools related to placement of manhole
(iii) Specific tools that are used for designing duct bank
(iv) Visualising the existing cables in 3D mode
(v) Routing the cable either through an automatic or manual approach
(vi) Specific tools for designing and editing the cable trench
(vii) Facilitating the generation of various kinds of reports
[2] Generating necessary bills :
In addition to designing the cables, let’s explore some of the additional functions that can be performed within this software :
(a) Estimating the bills of materials
(b) Extracting a 2D model of a design
(c) Generating cable schedule report
(d) Generating raceway schedule report
(e) Obtaining the list of cable status
(f) Exporting a list of raceway labels
(g) Exporting a list of cable drums
[3] Managing the route of cables :
Here are some of the tasks that can be performed under routing and cable management functions :
(a) Defining the cable
(b) Routing the cable based on specific categories and constraints
(c) Manually routing the cable
(d) Calculating the size of the cable based on length and load
(e) Calculating the weight of the cable
(f) Automatic indication if the selected route is the shortest possible route
(g) Filtering out the cable based on cable capability and equipment attribute
[4] Designing cable raceway :
Here are some of the activities that can be performed with the help of raceway functions :
(a) Establishing interactive raceway routing
(b) Calculating the amount of cable fill
(c) User-friendly interface for designing a new raceway catalogue
(d) Utilising raceway modification tools
(e) Simultaneous placement of multiple raceway types and size
(f) Editing and resizing the raceway
(g) Automatically connecting the conduits from the raceway to the equipment
What is Bentley Context Capture ?
The Bentley Context Capture in Solomon Island and Fiji has emerged as powerful software that is widely used in the engineering, architecture and construction industry. This software is designed to generate accurate and precise 3D models from a decently captured photograph.
This software assists the user in creating a 3D model that comprises of detailed representation of the existing structures and landscapes. The unique aspect of this software lies in its application of utilising advanced algorithms to rapidly convert a digitally captured image into mesmerising digital assets.
These digital assets play a significant role in the decision-making process, especially for those infrastructure project where accuracy and detailing holds paramount position.
Essential Reasons that Define the Use of Bentley Context Capture :-
[1] Seamless development of 3D models :
The primary reason behind the growing popularity of this software is the fact that it allows the user to effectively utilise ordinary photographs to generate captivating 3D models. The 3D models are produced by considering the challenging situations that might arise during the actual execution phase.
There is no limitation regarding the scale of the project, however, the only constraint that the 3D models might encounter is the resolution of the image. The precision of the 3D model is highly dependent upon the resolution of the image.
[2] Generating various models of projects irrespective of the size :
The synergy of general-purpose computation on graphics processing units and multicore computing facilitates the process of delivering highly detailed models irrespective of the scale of the project.
[3] Generating precise 3D models :
Not only does the software facilitates the process of generating a 3D model but also saves the user from investing precious amounts of time and resources to enhance the quality and precision of the models.
[4] Seamless integration with other applications :
The blueprint of the 3D model can be shared with MicroStation or other Bentley applications and can also be viewed either on a smartphone or desktop.
[5] Creating the model based on the selected parameters :
To maximise the geometric and geospatial precision the user could easily add the control and edit tie points to the aerotriangulation results. Aerotriangulation is a process that automatically and accurately positions each photograph and accordingly adjusts the block based on the selected parameters.
This task can only be performed when the relative position and orientation of each photo have been automatically identified. This software is known for adding finer details and sharper edges to the models which ends up in increasing its geometric accuracy.
[6] Precise measurement of the 3D model :
The Bentley Context Capture software allows the user to precisely measure the coordinates, areas, distances and volumes of the 3D models with the help of a positioning/georeferencing tool.
[7] Enhancing the quality of the selected areas :
The quality control feature of Context Capture software allows the user to individually improve the precision of the selected areas with the help of smart selection tools. These tools contribute to either eradicating the presence of small objects or filling unwanted holes within the project.
Understanding Open bridge :-
By successfully integrating advanced modelling capabilities and robust analytics, this software allows the designers to participate in the lifecycle of the bridge, starting from the conceptualisation phase to the final delivery of the project.
The engineers utilise the comprehensive toolkit attached to this software to enhance the overall efficiency and quality of the project.
Significant Benefits of Utilising Openbridge Designer :
[1] Constructing models of concrete and steel bridges :
The user could easily design the structure of steel and concrete bridges. Based on the design, the analytical and interoperable models of the steel and concrete bridges are developed. With the help of this software bridge designers can easily define 3D physical bridge models.
In addition to that, this software allows the user can simultaneously evaluate different types of bridges and accordingly optimise the super and substructure components.
[2] Creating a unified environment :
This software creates a unified environment so that the designer won’t have to face any trouble or issues while designing the superstructure and substructure components of the bridges. This creativity can only be achieved with the help of analytical options.
[3] Compliance with the latest design codes :
This software is known for being compliant with the latest design codes. This ability ensures that the designer can create a safe design while considering the updated design calculations.
[4] Utilising the detailing tools :
To achieve in-depth detailing within the model, the user could utilise detailing tools such as bar marks, quantities, schedules and drawings.
[5] Better understanding of the project :
The detailed version of the 3D model of the bridge assists the concerned stakeholders in obtaining a clear understanding of the structure and surrounding environment of the project.
Conclusion :-
To put it in a nutshell, the Bentley Context Capture in Solomon Island and Fiji allows the user to organise, verify and adjust the captured data based on certain parameters. If you want to experience the versatile use of this software then you should contact the team of BIM Technologies .