A new version of a program for integrated analysis and design of bridges can combine composite results and apply them to every section automatically, as well as perform live-load analysis to flag worst possible loading combinations for any point of interest on the bridge.
SAM V. 4.5 is given away at www.LRFDsoftware.com by Bestech Systems Ltd., New York City and the U.K. "We thought we would give people a no-risk option to try it. If they like it, let them keep it and well charge them for maintenance and support," says U.S. marketing manager Chris Austin.