Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands
This project involves the development of a structural model for a support wall system located in the Port of Rotterdam, one of the largest and most important ports in Europe. The structure plays a critical role in supporting port infrastructure and ensuring the stability of the surrounding operational areas.
The support wall system consists of a complex combination of structural and foundation elements designed to withstand heavy loads and environmental forces typical for large port facilities. The primary structure includes retaining walls formed by a series of profiled metal sheet piles aligned to create a continuous barrier along the port edge. Additional structural stability is achieved through reinforced concrete frontal walls, deeper-set tubular piles, reinforced concrete piles, and steel anchor systems that secure the structure against lateral soil and water pressures.
The modeling was carried out using Revit.
Scope of work:
NS Drafter developed a detailed 3D BIM model of the support wall system, integrating both structural and hydraulic components. The work included modeling of sheet pile retaining walls, reinforced concrete frontal walls, tubular piles, reinforced concrete piles, and anchor systems. In addition, a comprehensive drainage system was incorporated into the model, including drainage pipes, drains, and shafts extending along the entire length of the wall to manage water flow and reduce hydrostatic pressure on the structure.
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