Tutorials
Creating a bridge cap
Get started with creating bridge substructures: learn how to create a bridge cap and a blinding.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 18, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Importing an XML file as a reference model - bridge project
Learn how to import the XML files that include highway alignment as reference models to Tekla Structures.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 18, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Defining a base point in a bridge project
Learn how to define a base point in a bridge project. Base points allow you to use a coordinate system based on civil origin or other coordinate system for interoperability.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 18, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Modifying a grid in a bridge project
Learn how to modify a grid in a bridge project.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 18, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Changing units and decimals
Learn how to define which units and how many decimals Tekla Structures uses.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 17, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Using and modifying phases for bridges
Learn how to divide a bridge model into phases and how to visualize the project status by phases.
This video is a part of the Tekla Structures for bridge designers elearning course.
February 17, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Utility Precast with Tekla Structures – Video 5: GA-Drawings
This video shows how to utilize Tekla Structures for Utility / Underground Precasters. This is the fifth video in our Utility Series showcasing how to generate GA-Drawings.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Utility Precast with Tekla Structures – Video 4: Wing Wall Reinforcement
This video shows how to utilize Tekla Structures for Utility / Underground Precasters. This is the fourth video in our Utility Series showcasing how to model Wing Wall Reinforcement.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Utility Precast with Tekla Structures – Video 3: Culvert Reinforcement
This video shows how to utilize Tekla Structures for Utility / Underground Precasters. This is the third video in our Utility Series showcasing how to model Culvert Reinforcement.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Utility Precast with Tekla Structures – Video 2: Detailing & Components
This video shows how to utilize Tekla Structures for Utility / Underground Precasters. This is the second video in our Utility Series showcasing some detailing tools and custom components.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Utility Precast with Tekla Structures – Video 1: Culvert Run
This video shows how to utilize Tekla Structures for Utility / Underground Precasters. This is the first video in our Utility Series showcasing modeling of a Culvert Run.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Minimizing Drawing Re-Work with Tekla Structures
In this video, we give a quick overview of how Tekla Structures automatically updates your drawings after model changes, keeping the work you have done so far and saving you time and money. Changes are a part of any project; make sure your business is using the best tool for keeping you productive.
February 4, 2020
by Tekla User Assistance
Creating parametric profiles
Learn how to create parametric profiles by using dwg files and by sketching. Additionally, learn how to edit existing profiles, and how to use sketched profiles in a model.
January 21, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
How to prevent the dimension end lines projecting above the dimension length line
This video shows how to prevent the dimension end lines projecting above the dimension length line, ie remove the part of the vertical lines that projects above the horizontal dimension line which is highlighted below.
Desired result:
January 15, 2020
by Tekla Global Support
Working with bridge embeds
Learn about embeds for bridges in Tekla Structures, and how to place them in a model.
January 8, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Creating concrete parts for bridge substructures
Learn how to model concrete parts for bridges. Build bridge substructures including piles, blindings, caps, kickers, and elevations. In addition, learn how to copy parts, how to modify part properties, add part cuts, and how to divide the model into phases.
January 7, 2020
by Tekla tutorials
Custom components for bridge designers
Learn what a custom component is and what the benefits of using custom components are. Get to know the different custom component types and learn about parametric custom components. Additionally, learn to create a custom component by modifying an existing component.
December 31, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
Ready-made components for bridge designers
Learn how to use system components in Tekla Structures, and how to find and manage system components in the Applications & components catalog. Get to know how to find additional components in Tekla Warehouse, how to download the components and how to add them to the model.
December 31, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
Bridge Creator - Working with sections
Learn how to work with sections using Bridge Creator. Get to know about skew and orientation, and point alignment options. Also, learn how to import cross-sections, to create cuts and openings, and to modify deck profiles.
December 31, 2019
by Tekla tutorials
Bridge Creator basics
Learn the basics of Bridge Creator. Learn how to read alignments from xml files, and use the alignments to create key sections. Also, learn about different road alignment point types, how to edit cross-sections and how to create bridge decks.
You can download the Bridge Creator extension in Tekla Warehouse.
December 31, 2019
by Tekla tutorials