Title:
Constraints on Reinforcing Bar Modeling
Author(s):
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
30
Issue:
11
Appears on pages(s):
60-63
Keywords:
modeling; reinforcing bar; software; tolerances
DOI:
Date:
11/1/2008
Abstract:
The greatest success with 3-D modeling in the construction industry usually involves components with very precise tolerances on dimensions and locations. Software that can analyze a model and find interferences produces the greatest benefit when the 3-D model contains these types of components. Given their successful experience with these elements, modelers often assume they will have similar success with 3-D modeling of reinforcing bars. Unfortunately, this is not necessarily the case due to the reasons outlined in this article.