Transfers numerous BIM models into real-time 3D with Unity Reflect

Unity Reflect is the newest tool for architects, building designers and engineers to transmit numerous BIM models into real-time 3D with a single mouse click.

The software is specifically designed to enhance the design review & construction planning methods by constantly synchronizing the changes done in Autodesk Revit to any Unity reflected-supported platform from mobile and desktop to virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR).

Unity Reflect simplifies the process to produce immersive and interactive experiences. BIM/CAD models from several designers are live-linked to a federated real-time 3D view that facilitates the project stakeholders to evaluate and take smart design decisions in real-time.

The software speeds up the project lifecycle for buildings and infrastructure by delivering real-time 3D to anyone. The software aids in visualizing the projects evidently (both all through design and in the jobsite) as well as recognize errors before any issue occurs.

Functionality of Unity Reflect:

Initially, the Revit users should set up the Unity Reflect plugin to transmit and organize data for real-time 3D experiences devoid of departing their design tools.

After that, with single click, Revit users synchronize BIM/CAD data to Unity Reflect and produce a real-time 3D experience. Each time, if any modification is made, it will be shown in Unity Reflect.

Through a constant data federation process held on a local machine or a network server, Unity Reflect deliver BIM and/or CAD data together from various designers and engineers dealing with several systems in one model. It automatically optimizes this data for real-time 3D along with storing BIM metadata.

After all models are federated, the software produces an interactive 3D experience that is allotted to any platform supported by Unity as well as live-linked to the original design applications for customization and multiple reviewers.

For online demonstration, go through the following video tutorial.

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Heritage BIM Is Ideal For Documentation And Development Of Historical Structures

The application of Building information modeling (BIM) becomes more versatile when it offers huge benefits in the documentation and development of historical structures in a system known as historical BIM (HBIM). The process is complicated for transforming point clouds into a 3D model as there are lots of asymmetrical geometries in the concerned buildings. So, various semi-automatic parameterization tools are required.

Historical building information modeling (HBIM) stands for a semantic-aware database of historical buildings, through which the geometric model is associated with explanatory multi-source information. Historical buildings generally comprise of stratified artifacts along with non-regular and complicated geometry, contrasting to present constructions which normally contain regular geometry. Reality-based spatial data that is generated from cutting-edge geomatics 3D modelling methods can deliver a perfect replica of those buildings, containing all the related information, even though the diversified characterizing shapes are a big challenge at the time of modeling the geometry. Often these shapes are remodeled by hand, as there are limitations for impressive automatic recognition. The aims, structure and scale – and consequently the projected level of detail of the model – significantly impact the system to data acquisition (sensors, accuracy) and data processing.

The workflow for HBIM projects commence from data procurement from different sensors in relation to the necessity of context and the projected outputs. Then, the surveyed point clouds should have been pre-processed and curtailed with different systems and standalone software, and possibly modified for segmentation by means of automatic or semi-automatic object recognition into a BIM platform. Besides, elements are modeled and transformed into an approximation of reality in line with parametric rules, so it is likely to adjust each illustration of the model. As a final point, the shapes and the identities of objects should be associated with proper and sound relationships in accordance with the semantic definition of entities. After this, the model is ready to be explored with other information for analysis and monitoring over time. On the other hand, the manual creation of 3D models linked to as-built BIM is complicated and laborious. As the costs and skills necessary for manipulating the data signify that this approach is not justifiable and more automatic or semi-automatic tools for parameterization of metric and non-metric information are essential.

BIM platforms come up with some standalone embedded tools or plug-ins toward 3D modellers, viewers, analysers. They facilitate the best use of point cloud and processing with the intension of generating geometric modelling, feature extraction and parameterization in heritage buildings. Some commercial ones comprise of ArchiCad BIMx by Graphisoft, Scan-to-BIM by IMAGINiT, Revit by Autodesk, BIM360 by Autodesk, Recap by Autodesk, PonitSense by FARO, Leica CloudWorx, Green Spider, Bentley MicroStation V8i and Tekla Structures. Some open-source alternatives are Edificius, Tekla BIMsight and Autodesk Navisworks Freedom by IMAGINiT.

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What Is 5D BIM And Its Benefits

5D BIM demonstrates completely valued parametric building components inside a virtual model in real time. With 5D BIM, it is possible to generate models which show how modifications with materials, layouts, square footage and other design elements influence the display of a facility as well as the cost and schedule of construction (dimensions four and five). It’s similar type of Macro BIM, a technology that is used by estimators to model facilities at the initial phase of design.

5D Macro BIM connects the creative form of design with the strategic function of a building’s architecture, and makes the process more apparent. 5D Macro BIM allows you to model and evaluate all the imaginative things like inventive design concepts, concise exterior finishes, unprecedented layouts, distinctively shaped and aligned departments and floors in different sizes. The costs are evidently apprehended to materials, labor or soft costs.

Benefits of 5D BIM :-

• Understand the scope of the projects in a superior manner with visual and data modeling capabilities. The costs are driven by formulas on every building system on the basis of the certain design, materials, site conditions, phasing and other parameters with reference to the owner’s timeline.

• The project team members will be able to easily understand the projected design, assumptions and cost drivers. They can obtain a transparent and perfect description of scope, cost and schedule upon which funding decisions are taken.

• Data is achieved in real time once the model is developed or modified. Substitute perceptions can also be easily searched, when owner and project team can get the cost and other data disclosed instantly. It radically reduces design and estimation cycle time. With authentic, perfect updates in real time, the efficiency is enhanced.

• Databases allow leveraging historical data as well as industry experience. Data can be utilized from particular sectors like healthcare or distribution center construction.

• All the interested parties associated with the project can visualize the end product and properly understand what’s comprised in the budget.

• The construction costs are modified automatically in real-time with the alteration in the model. “What-if’s” turns to be productive and captivating solution missions for the project team members, specifically the owner.

Article Source : http://www.forconstructionpros.com/

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Chalkline Introduces VisiRevit 2017 With Support To Revit 2017

Chalkline, an Autodesk approved Architectural Engineering and Construction Industry Partner, just launched VisiSpecs, VisiSpecs offers a suite of applications to record, organize, and validate the BIM models and project specifications visually. This visual specification system supports the newest Autodesk Revit 2017 software suite of applications.

VisiSpecs refers to a composite cloud solution for desktop and mobile applications to preserve and access the model and specification data through cloud servers and distribute among team members.

With VisiSpecs, the users will be able to smoothly incorporate their own masters and project documents with the project models to perform perfect BIM integration.

The Revit users can use VisiRevit 2017 integrating and coordinating their construction documents and BIM models with the clients. The cutting-edge integration linking, direct availability to specifications and other documents directly in an Autodesk Revit model, and team collaboration facilitate time and cost savings while improving delivered product quality.

VisiRevit 2017 combines with the VisiRevit 2015, VisiRevit 2016, VisiView, and VisiWord suite of applications. To get more updates, send email to info@chalklineinc.com.

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AutoCAD 2017 launched with new features

Autodesk recently introduced AutoCAD 2017 series. The existing users & subscribers of AutoCAD can upgrade to this newest version at free of cost.

The students can avail a free educational license (www.autodesk.com/autocad). Besides, the users can access a free 30-days trial version (autodesk.com/autocad/free-trial). AutoCAD 2017 series include AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD MEP, AutoCAD Electrical, and AutoCAD Mechanical.

Given below some exclusive new features of AutoCAD 2017 :-

• With smart centerlines and center marks, it becomes easier to generate and edit these instantly and efficiently.

• Create your design inside the context of current BIM models with improved coordination model.

• Draft, edit, and view 2D CAD drawings on any mobile device through 360 Pro mobile app.

• Allot design views by publishing any 2D and 3D CAD drawings to the cloud.

• Import PDFs by attaching them to the import file formats.

Click the following link to get all the features of AutoCAD 2017

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GRAITEC launched Ball Post Railing Designer add-on for Autodesk Advance Steel 2016

GRAITEC, the leading French BIM and CAD software vendor, just released the Ball Post Railing Designer add-on. It is a free downloadable extension for Autodesk Advance Steel 2016.

With this newly released add-on, the users can get rid of the laborious & monotonous process for designing generic components of BIM models.

By applying this add-on, the users will be able to generate ball post railing systems in their building information modeling (BIM) designs with the help of a manufacturer’s pre-built system or designing a custom system.

There are options with custom systems that involve various features of the following design process :-

• Possibility for creating design with curved elements.
• Revision of kickrails.
• Post length and ball size definition.
• Top and middle handrail modification.
• Capability of denoting the number and distance of posts.

Increasing quick availability of BIM Elements: The Ball Post Railing Designer app saves significant times for users in their modeling process as well as enhance the productivity. It develops the scopes for generating pre-defined designs in BIM and facilitates the architects and engineers not to produce generic parts over and over again.

The Ball Post Railing Designer is specifically designed for steel detailing, construction and structural engineering.

To get more updates on the various features of Ball Post Railing Designer add-on for Advance Steel, visit the GRAITEC website (http://www.graitec.com/en/ball_post_railing_designer.asp)

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Autodesk Seek Extension for Revit

This is an exclusive online presentation from Autodesk. This Revit video will show you how to apply Autodesk Seek for Revit to efficiently obtain superior quality BIM models, drawings as well as product specifications for over 66,000 commercial and residential building products illustrating more than 400 manufacturers within Revit 2015 or 2016.

Autodesk contains the following useful features :-

• Instantly explore or looks over 66,000 products.

• Smoothly arrange RFA or RFAs involving extra Type Catalogs.

• Examine and view product details prior to incorporating into your project.

• Efficiently identify the download location for your files and your search results page size preference.

Link for download apps.autodesk.com/

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PointSense for Revit can create BIM models out of Point Clouds

It is an easy to use tool set for creating BIM models from point clouds inside revit.

FARO Technologies recently introduced a useful tool for Revit users. This tool is known as PointSense for Revit. PointSense contains a simplied toolset that can be used to generate BIM models out of point clouds data by converting point clouds to architectural BIM models within Revit. This toolset simplifies the process for making as-built to BIM.

PointSens offers the following features :-

• Produce improved laser scan workflows directly within Revit for family wall extraction,
• Wall angle modification and rectification,
• Surface study and topo extraction,
• Extraction of work planes/edges/corners out of point clouds,
• Authentic 3D point cloud snapping,
• Plane/edge recognition with a single click,
• Ortho image formation and more,
• Creation of new Revit family objects out of scan data and inclusion of common objects like doors, windows, modeling lines, construction points and basic topo surfaces.

The users can get multiple options for handling as-built data in the Family Editor.

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ModelStream, an Enterprise Asset Management Solution Connecting IBM Maximo and BIM Data for Facilities Management – Introduced by Microdesk

To overcoming the challenges of implementing and utilizing design, construction and geospatial technology Microdesk launched Revit Asset Management Solution alias ModelStream for AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owner or Operators) and GIS firms. This new enterprise asset management solution will interrelate Autodesk Revit with IBM Maximo to facilitate facility management, operations and maintenance teams to directly obtain BIM data (originated from design and construction phase).

Microdesk’s AEC and Facility Management professionals have developed ModelStream to coordinate and support that changes the BIM world. The tool directly relates asset management system through BIM models and allows owners to avail all crucial information concerning building coherently once the project is completed.

By integrating BIM models with Maximo, ModelStream empowers the facilities and operations teams to effortlessly envisage probable issues, locate equipment, distinguish assets, and obtain vital data which can be used for effective building management during its lifecycle.By integrating BIM models with Maximo, ModelStream empowers the facilities and operations teams to effortlessly envisage probable issues, locate equipment, distinguish assets, and obtain vital data which can be used for effective building management during its lifecycle.

Some Functional Details: Some features of this tool have are below

• Graphical data mapping
• 3D BIM viewer in Maximo
• Real-time synchronization
• Bi-directional synchronization
• Maximo Asset creation
• Maximo Asset updates
• Maximo Location creation
• Maximo Location updates
• Maximo Location hierarchy creation
• Maximo Classification creation
• Maximo Attribute creation
• Revit parameter update
• Revit parameter creation

Software Requiements: This tool supports Autodesk Revit 2014 or later version and Maximo 7.5.x or later version.

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How to Import Point Cloud through Archicad and Vectorworks

Point cloud is a set of data points in some coordinate system. In a 3D coordinate system, these points are usually defined by X, Y and Z coordinates which often represent the external surface of an object. It can be produced with three-dimensional scanners. The measurement with laser scanners and working with point clouds offer many advantages. If there is a good preparation in terms of hardware and software the organization can achieve a good result.

Hardware Specification: i7 processor- (64 bit or equivalent), internal memory- Min. 8 GB (16 GB preferable), True Colour display adapter 1 GB RAM, Minimum 101 GB HDD space (after saving point cloud viewer and installation) and 64 bit operating system (windows 7, 8....). For large projects the system will function more slowly than smaller point clouds. So it is essential high configuration machine for doing larger point clouds. Also need a good quality 3D scanner.

At American Institute of Architects Convention 2015, two leading BIM software developers Nemetschek’s Vectorworks and Graphisoft’s ARCHICAD announced that the software users will be able to import laser scan point cloud data very soon. Autodesk’s Revit was the first software to introduce this feature with its 2012 version. Now there are more upgraded options available in BIM platform, so let’s watch how it will affect the industry and users.

It is a great opportunity for Vectorworks and ARCHICAD users to get the ability to verify and model existing conditions more easily. Nadia Anis, Principle Architect with Ferrari-Moe, LLP Architects | Engineers in San Rafael, California uses Vectorworks in practice and has been a great promoter of bringing laser scan data into her projects since the inception of the technology. She said that the ability to bring the point cloud directly into their modelling software will be a tremendous advantage for them. Ferrari Moe has vast experience working on heritage projects as Nadia does, also serves as the Chairperson on the U.S. Institute of Building Documentation’s (USIBD), Heritage subcommittee (www.usibd.org).

Mr. Sean Flaherty Nemetschek Vectorwork’s CEO said their goal is “to bring back design to architects”. He also stated “this construction industry has to change by using the same technology as manufacturing. Prefabrication favours software. Building a product that’s ready for this is the future.” Nemetschek Vectorwork’s CTO, Dr. Biplab Sarkar supported Mr. Sean’s word.

“How the software users being able to visualize point cloud data submit a real way for designers to model without difficulty and affordably with more accuracy than before. It helps making modelling and referencing data much easier.” - Dr. Sarkar describes. The latest version of Vectorworks alias Vectorworks 2016 will be released on coming September. It will be the first version of Vectorworks to support point cloud data.

This is great news for professional that works with ArchiCAD 19, Graphisoft’s upgraded BIM software. It has the capability to perform easily, efficiently and quickly with various types of architectural BIM models ranging from design to implementation. ArchiCAD 19 can be applied to draw a point cloud in ArchiCAD. The point cloud and ArchiCAD can be interlinked through a software program called Points4BIM. So, it becomes possible to deal with point cloud as well as landscaping. Graphisoft has introduced the concept of tabbed workspaces which work in a very similar way to tabs in a web browser, but each tab contains a workspace. This makes it much easier to flip between sections, model view and drawing view.

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BIM & SCAN : Integration for Prospect with Headcount Engineering

The UK 2016 government mandate expresses the need for efficient BIM methodologies, e.g. stakeholder collaboration and utilization of BIM standards, in its 2011 Government Construction Strategy, and the Irish AEC/FM sector (and EU in general) are following suit with these guidelines, standards, and protocols.

The US Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) calculated an estimation in 2004 that $4.8 billion was used up every year just to confirm that the captured building information symbolizes exact building condition.

Presently the PAS 1192 documents recommend Level 2 BIM as the standard of integrated practice, but the goal of Headcount Engineering is the utilization of methodologies that will qualify the test of time and be relevant now and in the future, e.g. Level 3 utilizing open standards and virtual common data environments. These industry tendencies have been led Headcount Engineering in the directed to develop best practices in relation to Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) and BIM processes, protocols, standards, and methods.

At Headcount Engineering we recognize BIM is a jointly integrated practice, i.e. utilization of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), for the AEC/FM that co-exist with lean methods that helps in decreasing waste, project period, and risk.

The BIM process and the development of object-oriented parametric process data models, i.e. BIM Models, are a global paradigm-shift in the AEC/FM including supply chain, manufacturing, production, fabrication, etc. BIM is not 3D CAD or software that can be bought; BIM is a philosophy that starts within the mind.

BIM has two forms: An IPD process of suggested lean protocols, specification, and standards to follow, and a Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) model that is a visual data rich demonstration of the built environment to be set up and to be preserve for the facilities life cycle. A BIM is an ongoing/living virtual representation of a to-be or existing built environment. Strictly a BIM model is an “nth-Dimensional BIM” (nD BIM) object-oriented information model developed in a platform neutral open machine-readable language, i.e. Industry Foundation Classes (IFC). An IFC BIM contains parametric product data that can be utilized for imitation of code compliance, accessibility, constructability and sustainability review/analyses, safety protocols, virtual assembly, fabrication, etc.

IFC uses the EXPRESS data modelling language standard for product data models which is formalized in the Standard for the Exchange of Product model data (STEP – ISO 10303).

Headcount Engineering presently gives TLS and BIM services for many big clients here in Ireland and abroad both commercial and process plants. We have made our own unique Scan-to-BIM* and Scan-vs-BIM** techniques.

The main purpose of Scan-to-BIM and Scan-vs-BIM is to make sure the As-Built BIM model is per the specifications of the design BIM model. Scan-vs-BIM is the answer of main questions: Is what was constructed/installed built according to the design BIM? To professionally and competently answer this question Headcount Engineering provides a complete dimensional control service that combines Scan-to-BIM and Scan-vs-BIM. Dimensional control is essential to compliance control during construction and to lifecycle monitoring for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Facilities Management (FM). Headcount Engineering uses in-house techniques to generate precise As-Built BIM models for FM that are less costly and less prone to human error than many other conventional approaches.

We use our in-house methods, protocols, and procedures for dimensional control and compliance control, which is one of our main requests from some of the major companies in the world, particularly to process plants.

In the commercial facility and process plants sectors, our clients reach to us for the development of precise As-Built BIM’s according to BIM standards so they can correctly maintain their facilities, look at energy and the associated cost, have a accurate basis for retrofit design and construction, and have a whole historical record of their accessible facilities.

Providing ground-breaking solutions in these areas can harbor many new chances in Ireland. Our clients frequently use our services because they notice the level of improvement in the quality deliverables and services Headcount Engineering gives to them. Clients are now starting to observe the reimbursement of BIM and TLS during construction and FM & OM.

Headcount Engineering has specifically recognized that, with the fast increasing use of BIM for design, construction, and FM, and a chance has occurred to resolve major problems by aligning TLS point cloud data with the BIM model. We can rapidly charge and quantify problems and promise standard compliance is correctly controlled within specified tolerances.

Reference:- www.irishbuildingmagazine.ie

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The latest PointSense for Autodesk’s Revit building design software will be available soon

FARO Technologies, Inc. is going to introduce the lately designed PointSense for Autodesk’s Revit building design software. FARO is considered as the most authentic resource for 3D measurement, imaging, and realization technology.

The new PointSense comes up with latest advanced functionality to considerably develop the assessment and transformation of point cloud data to Building Information Modelling (BIM). BIM is considered as the part and parcel of the planning, building and management of new facilities. Autodesk Revit is one of the most recognized BIM programs for the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) communities. The latest PointSense for Autodesk’s Revit building design software will speed up & streamline the review and design of laser scan data directly in Autodesk Revit.

After acquiring Kubit, PointSense is the first BIM based software introduced by FARO. FARO is offering a total field-to-finish solution to the construction sectors through BIM.

PointSense makes the architectural design process better by making the process easy for extracting the BIM models to point clouds.

PointSense users will be able to enjoy supplimentary functionality correspond with conventional native Autodesk Revit tools earlier accessible in the market.

New features in the PointSense software consists of some advanced features which range from extraction and configuration of architectural walls; formation of Revit family types like doors, windows, beams, construction lines and ground models; real 3D snap-to-point clouds; plane detection; and scaled ortho-image creation.

The users can access PointSense for commercial application at the first week of May 2015.

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How BIM is considered as useful collaboration tool for real estate developers

Aconex, the leading solution provider in cloud collaboration platform for the worldwide construction industry, has tied a knot with the Real Estate Developers' Association of Singapore (REDAS) to implement Aconex Connected BIM and other collaboration technologies for forming a collaborative project surroundings for its member developers.

The motto of this alliance is to enhance collaboration, workflow management and productivity among architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, and contractors in the Singapore real estate value chain.

Now-days, several real estate value chain partners apply BIM to present electronic drawings to the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) for sanction. But they are unable to employ the functionalities & features of BIM as well as gain its complete advantages. The pilot project will facilitate these value chain partners to strongly control and distribute BIM models amid their whole project teams in accordance with pre-defined workflows.

The strategic alliance among REDAS and Aconex will facilitate using the cloud-based Aconex platform that unites multi-company teams to allow project-wide collaboration for handling all documents, drawings, BIM models, communications, and workflows.

Connected BIM expands the Aconex platform for dealing with BIM data and procedures for making sound collaboration connecting design and construction teams and surrendering to the owner.

This joint venture will make a sea change in revising existing method in the real estate and construction sector. With this pilot project, REDAS can employ leading cloud supported construction collaboration technique for 10 member developers.

The 10 member developers associated with this pilot project are Allgreen, Bukit Sembawang, CapitaLand, CDL, CEL, Far East Organization, Frasers Centrepoint, Guocoland, Keppel Land, and Wing Tai. Here each will recommend a particular live project to initiate the Connected BIM approach to identify and evade design clashes in the initial phase, lessen rework, speed up construction schedules, and handover secure, superior and more sustainable built assets.

Once the project is completed, a complete and perfect set of organized project information together with the model as well as all of the documentation connected to each of its objects, and an audit trail can be submitted to the owner for operation.

Designers for particular disciplines can generate and revise BIM models in their indigenous authoring tools and apply simple software plug-ins to upload them in the Aconex BIM Cloud. On the Aconex platform, all the team members involved with project ranging from other designers, engineers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and owners will be able to analyze, allocate, mark up, and contribute to model data at the object level.

Ref.: uk.finance.yahoo.com

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Some handy BIM/VDC-associated technologies which can make a sea change in AEC Firms

The workflows of AEC firms are improved to a great extent with the implementation of building information modeling & virtual design and construction. Several upgraded techniques emerge out to transform 3d co-ordination process to a superior level.

The followings are some handy BIM/VDC-associated technology trends which facilitate the building team to design, build as well as operate buildings efficiently in the future course of time.

3D laser scanning: Lots of softwares contain less expensive field scanning techniques which perform through BIM models having perfect field information for construction sites. A scan is performed through the strong laser recording of the building structure that gathers the shape and look of a site. These conditions are transformed into a cloud of data points which are imported into a BIM model.

On a solo project, 30 minutes of scan time in the jobsite and 30 minutes of post-processing and uploading the point cloud into a Revit model can lead to saving of $30,000.

Model energy performance on the fly: With the emergence of new software tools, energy analysis of a building is executed throughout the conceptual design stage. Autodesk and Sefaira have launched various applications facilitating designers to accomplish energy study of early concepts on the fly. These applications compact the time required for assembling and crunching energy performance data for a long period. It facilitates the design teams to adapt their designs on the fly on the basis of the data.

Prefabrication will transform building delivery: Several Building Teams are applying BIM methods to collude with general contractors and construction managers to prefabricate and set up building components which range from mechanical equipment, plumbing infrastructure, and even complete restroom pods.

BIM makes the prefabrication process easy and smooth as the design become constructible in the model to be prefabricated and installed.

Data management: Some leading software companies like Assemble Systems and Panzura have built up cloud-based devices to manage, preserve, and distribute project data in a sophisticated way.

Computer-aided manufacturing: With the arrival of prefabrication and manufacturing processes like Lean construction, it opens savings and process efficiencies, the AEC are compelled to comply much the identical way computer-aided manufacturing changed manufacturing. Various CAM technologies together with BIM processes can deliver ready-to-install modules.

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Revit Architecture Creating 3D Views

Whether its housing projects, light industrial, factories, small offices, retail, mixed use or even small scale urban planning, there is a 3D CAD and BIM option everyone.

Even product manufacturers can use the 3D tools to design products and release them in object libraries for designers and end users to download and insert into BIM models.

From conceptual design, land evaluation to construction cost estimating, there is a software package included that will do the job at hand. In addition, all for one low cost – for everything.

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How to create some decent looking models in AutoCAD by adding material, lighting & rendering

Mufasu CAD is offering a nice and instructional tutorial which is based on how to apply various autoCAD features like material, lighting and rendering to produce decent looking models.

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BIM integration with finite element analysis and Design Software RFEM

This exclusive video tutorial is presented by Dlubal Software. This video is the introduction into the FE Software RFEM (0 to 9 min).

It imports of 3D BIM Models into RFEM (at 13 min), export to Tekla and Bentley ISM (at 21:20 min, Steel design according to Eurocode 3 (at 25:45 min), Concrete design according to Eurocode 2 (at 43:00 min), Create printout reports (at 47:45 min), Update and exchange scenarios with other leading BIM Software (at 55:45 min).

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