How StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 Enhances Your Stormwater Modeling Workflow
Introduction
Bentley StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) 08.11.02.75 is a comprehensive software for designing and analyzing stormwater systems. It helps engineers and planners to design, model, and optimize stormwater drainage networks of any size and complexity.
Bentley StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) 08.11.02.75
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) allows users to perform hydraulic calculations, check for system capacity, identify bottlenecks, design detention ponds, size pipes and inlets, and generate detailed reports and drawings. It also integrates with other Bentley products such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, and CivilStorm.
In this article, we will explore the new features and improvements that have been introduced in StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2), as well as how to use the software effectively for stormwater system design and analysis.
New features and improvements in StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2
The SELECTseries 2 release of StormCAD V8i introduces numerous new features and improvements that enhance the functionality, usability, and performance of the software. Some of the highlights are:
New predefined flextables
Flextables are tabular reports that display various attributes and results for network elements such as pipes, nodes, catchments, etc. They can be customized by adding, removing, or rearranging columns, applying filters or sorts, changing units or formats, etc.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) includes some new predefined flextables that are useful for different purposes:
HEC-22 Table A - This is a flextable that follows the format of Table A in the HEC-22 manual (Hydraulic Design of Highway Culverts). It shows information for both pipes and nodes, such as upstream structure, downstream structure, headloss coefficient, velocity head, hydraulic grade line elevation, etc.
Network Elements Table - This is a flextable that shows attributes for both pipes and nodes (not catchments) in the same table. It can be used to get a quick overview of the network elements without switching between different tables.
Combined Pipe/Node Report - This is a flextable that shows attributes for pipes along with some results from adjacent nodes. It is similar to the HEC-22 Table A flextable but arranged differently.
Formula based user data extensions
User data extensions are custom fields that can be added to any element type in StormCAD. They can be used to store additional information or calculations that are not available in the standard fields.
In previous versions of StormCAD, user data extensions could only contain user-entered values. In StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2), user data extensions can also contain formulas that are calculated based on other existing fields.
For example, you can create a user data extension that shows the node depth as the difference between the rim elevation and the invert elevation for a catchbasin. You can also use math functions, if/then/else statements, unit conversions, etc. in your formulas.
Seed file support
A seed file is a file that contains default settings for various aspects of a project such as units, symbology, labels, flextables, etc. It can be used to create new projects with consistent settings or to apply settings to existing projects.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) supports seed files for both standalone mode and integrated mode (with MicroStation or AutoCAD). You can create seed files from existing projects or use the default seed files provided by Bentley.
XML reports from flextables
XML (Extensible Markup Language) is a format that allows data to be structured and exchanged between different applications. XML reports can be useful for importing or exporting data from StormCAD to other software or databases.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) allows users to generate XML reports from any flextable in the software. You can choose which columns to include in the XML report and save it as an XML file.
Profile enhancements
A profile is a graphical representation of the elevation changes along a pipe network. It shows the pipe invert elevations, node rim elevations, hydraulic grade line elevations, ground elevations, etc.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) introduces some enhancements to the profile feature such as:
Profile annotation - You can add text annotations to any point on the profile graph by right-clicking on it and choosing "Add Annotation". You can also edit or delete existing annotations by right-clicking on them.
Profile zooming - You can zoom in or out on any part of the profile graph by using the mouse wheel or by clicking on the zoom buttons on the toolbar.
Profile printing - You can print the profile graph along with its legend by clicking on the print button on the toolbar.
Scenario comparison tool
A scenario is a set of network elements with their properties and results that represent a specific design or condition of a stormwater system. Scenarios can be used to compare different design alternatives or analyze different storm events.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) includes a scenario comparison tool that allows users to compare two scenarios side by side in terms of their network elements attributes or results. You can choose which element type (pipes or nodes) and which attribute or result to compare between scenarios.
The scenario comparison tool shows a color-coded map of the network elements indicating whether they have higher or lower values in one scenario compared to another. It also shows a table with numerical values for each element in both scenarios.
Storm data UI improvements
The storm data UI is where users define the storm events and rainfall data for their projects. Storm events are used to specify the intensity-duration-frequency curves or rainfall depths for different return periods. Rainfall data are used to specify the temporal distribution or hyetograph of rainfall for each storm event.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) introduces some improvements to the storm data UI such as:
Rainfall library - You can access a library of predefined rainfall data sets for various locations around the world by clicking on the "Rainfall Library" button on the toolbar. You can import any rainfall data set from the library into your project or export your own rainfall data set into the library.
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User notifications are messages that appear in the message center window at the bottom of the StormCAD interface. They provide information, warnings, or errors about the network elements or the analysis.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) includes a selection tool that allows users to select the network elements that are associated with a user notification by clicking on the message. This can help users to quickly locate and fix any issues or errors in their network.
New calculation options
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) introduces some new calculation options that give users more control and flexibility over the analysis. These options are:
Ignore minor losses at catchbasins - This option allows users to ignore the minor losses due to entrance and exit at catchbasins. This can be useful for modeling systems with large catchbasins where the minor losses are negligible.
Use HEC-22 2009 equations for gutter spread - This option allows users to use the updated equations from the HEC-22 2009 manual for calculating gutter spread. These equations account for different curb types and cross slopes.
Use HEC-22 2009 equations for inlet capture - This option allows users to use the updated equations from the HEC-22 2009 manual for calculating inlet capture. These equations account for different inlet types and configurations.
Use HEC-22 2009 equations for inlet bypass - This option allows users to use the updated equations from the HEC-22 2009 manual for calculating inlet bypass. These equations account for different inlet types and configurations.
How to use StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2
In this section, we will provide a brief overview of how to use StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 for stormwater system design and analysis. We will cover the following steps:
How to create a new project and import data
How to define storm events and design criteria
How to layout and edit the network elements
How to run the analysis and view the results
How to create a new project and import data
To create a new project in StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you can either start from scratch or use a seed file. A seed file is a file that contains default settings for various aspects of a project such as units, symbology, labels, flextables, etc.
To start from scratch, you can click on File > New and choose a name and location for your project file. To use a seed file, you can click on File > New From Seed File and choose a seed file from your computer or from the default seed files provided by Bentley.
After creating a new project, you can import data from various sources such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, CivilStorm, Excel, CSV, etc. You can also enter data manually using the element input toolbar or the property grid.
How to define storm events and design criteria
To define storm events and design criteria in StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you need to access the storm data manager window by clicking on Tools > Storm Data Manager. In this window, you can create, edit, or delete storm events and rainfall data.
A storm event is a set of rainfall intensity-duration-frequency curves or rainfall depths for different return periods. You can create a storm event by clicking on the Add button and choosing either IDF Curves or Rainfall Depths as the type. You can then enter the name, description, return periods, and intensity or depth values for your storm event.
A rainfall data is a set of temporal distribution or hyetograph of rainfall for each storm event. You can create a rainfall data by clicking on the Add button and choosing either Temporal Distribution or Hyetograph as the type. You can then enter the name, description, time interval, and percentage or depth values for your rainfall data.
```html How to layout and edit the network elements
To layout and edit the network elements in StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you can use the element input toolbar or the property grid. The element input toolbar allows you to create and connect pipes, nodes, catchments, etc. by clicking on the drawing pane. The property grid allows you to modify the properties of any selected element by entering values or choosing options.
You can also use the flextables to view and edit the attributes and results of multiple network elements in a tabular format. You can customize the flextables by adding, removing, or rearranging columns, applying filters or sorts, changing units or formats, etc.
Another way to layout and edit the network elements is to use the integrated mode with MicroStation or AutoCAD. This mode allows you to use the drawing and editing tools of MicroStation or AutoCAD to create and modify your stormwater network. You can also synchronize your network elements with other civil features such as contours, parcels, roads, etc.
How to run the analysis and view the results
To run the analysis in StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you need to click on the Compute button on the toolbar or press F9. This will perform the hydraulic calculations for your stormwater network based on the storm events and design criteria that you have defined.
To view the results of the analysis, you can use various tools such as flextables, profiles, color coding, annotation labels, reports, etc. These tools allow you to visualize and evaluate the performance of your stormwater system under different scenarios.
For example, you can use flextables to view and compare various attributes and results for network elements such as pipe flow, node depth, catchment runoff, etc. You can also export flextables as XML reports for further processing or sharing.
You can use profiles to view and analyze the elevation changes along a pipe network. You can also add text annotations to any point on the profile graph by right-clicking on it and choosing "Add Annotation". You can also zoom in or out on any part of the profile graph by using the mouse wheel or by clicking on the zoom buttons on the toolbar.
You can use color coding to highlight network elements based on their attributes or results. You can choose from predefined color schemes or create your own custom color schemes. You can also apply filters to limit the color coding to certain elements or values.
You can use annotation labels to display text information for network elements on the drawing pane. You can choose from predefined label styles or create your own custom label styles. You can also edit or delete existing labels by right-clicking on them.
You can use reports to generate detailed documentation for your stormwater project. You can choose from predefined report templates or create your own custom report templates. You can also print or save your reports as PDF files.
Conclusion
In this article, we have learned about Bentley StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) 08.11.02.75, a comprehensive software for designing and analyzing stormwater systems. We have explored its new features and improvements that enhance its functionality, usability, and performance. We have also learned how to use it effectively for stormwater system design and analysis.
StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) is a powerful tool that helps engineers and planners to design, model, and optimize stormwater drainage networks of any size and complexity. It integrates with other Bentley products such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, and CivilStorm. It also supports seed files, XML reports, formula based user data extensions, scenario comparison tool, profile enhancements, storm data UI improvements, selection tool for user notifications, new calculation options, and new predefined flextables.
If you are interested in learning more about StormCAD V8i (SELECTseries 2) or want to try it out for yourself, you can visit Bentley's website at https://www.bentley.com/en/products/product-line/hydraulics-and-hydrology-software/stormcad . You can also find more information and resources such as tutorials, videos, forums, blogs, etc. at https://communities.bentley.com/products/hydraulics___hydrology .
FAQs
What are the system requirements for StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2?The minimum system requirements for StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 are: Windows XP SP3/Vista/7/8/10 (32-bit or 64-bit), Intel Pentium 4 processor (or equivalent), 512 MB RAM (minimum), 500 MB free disk space (minimum), 1024 x 768 screen resolution (minimum), Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 (required).
How to upgrade from an older version of StormCAD?To upgrade from an older version of StormCAD to StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you need to download and install the latest version from Bentley's website at https://softwaredownloads.bentley.com/en/ProductDetails/1090 . You can also contact Bentley's sales team at https://www.bentley.com/en/contact-us/sales-contacts for more information about pricing and licensing options.
How to get technical support and training for StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2?To get technical support and training for StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2, you can visit Bentley's support portal at https://apps.bentley.com/srmanager/ProductSupport . You can also access Bentley's learning portal at https://learn.bentley.com/app/Public/BrowseLearningPaths?ProductLineId=1&ProductTypeId=1&ProductId=1090 for online courses and webinars.
How much does StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 cost and how to buy it?The cost of StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 depends on various factors such as license type (perpetual or subscription), number of users (single or multi-user), level of service (standard or enterprise), etc. To get a quote or buy StormCAD V8i SELECTseries 2 online, you can visit Bentley's e-store at https://store.bentley.com/en/products/1090 . You can also contact Bentley's sales team at https://www.bentley.com/en/contact-us/sales-contacts for more information about pricing and licensing options.
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