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Open Space Institute, U.S. Military Academy Engineering Students Construct New Trail Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

Located within the viewshed of the historic Moodna Viaduct, Schunnemunk Meadows was permanently protected by OSI in 2015, and transferred to OPRHP in 2018 as an addition to Schunnemunk State Park, with OSI managing the land through 2028. The cadets finished the fabrication and erected the bridge by hand and did a great job.”

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Autodesk Joins American Institute of Steel Construction

BIM & Beam

As a step towards better serving the demand for BIM-based workflows in the structural steel industry.Autodesk has become an Associate Member of the American Institute of Steel Construction. This new relationship aligns with Autodesk’s commitment to structural detailing and fabrication.

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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) conducted studies in 1995 and 2015 and compiled the results into a comprehensive report “Framing the American Dream.”

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Transportation & Infrastructure

Civil + Structural Engineer

After consideration from the project team, it was decided to utilize a fabric formed concrete mattress. One interesting aspect of the project modified to allow long-term benefits to the area was the modification of the under-dock slope protection system.

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Open Space Institute and West Point Cadets Unveil New Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

The steel arch bridge was built to support year-round, multi-use recreational access, including hiking, biking, running, and cross-country skiing. Bernauer’s support includes a donation of $13,000 worth of steel for the bridge, and mentorship.

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A Match Made in Schunnemunk State Park: The USMA and OSI

Civil + Structural Engineer

The cadets chose weathering steel, a type of steel with a rusted patina that made the bridge more weather resistant and helped it blend into the natural setting. The site of the Schunnemunk Meadows bridge was permanently protected by OSI in 2015. Our team wanted to make this bridge a landmark for the area.

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Autodesk Now a Proud Associate Member of the American Institute of Steel Construction

BIM & Beam

Today, Autodesk announced becoming an Associate Member of the American Institute of Steel Construction. Being a part of the AISC’s membership is a step towards better serving the demand for BIM-based workflows in the structural steel industry.