The document discusses AECOsim Building Designer software for information modeling of multi-discipline building teams. It provides a unified design environment and tools to integrate disciplines, simulate buildings, model anything imaginable, and collaborate efficiently. Key capabilities include true interoperability, immersive interaction, building performance simulation, and producing trusted deliverables. Testimonials from users praise how it enables collaborative design and finding solutions.
AECOsim Building Designer is information modeling software that allows multi-discipline building teams to design, simulate, analyze, and document buildings in a single application. It provides tools for architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical design along with construction documentation. The software helps lower costs, save time, reduce risk and improve quality while providing higher returns for building owners.
Using Geotechnical Data in a 3D Space WhitepaperAmy Heffner
This document discusses integrating geotechnical data into 3D models using Building Information Modeling (BIM). It notes that traditionally, geotechnical data is reported separately without consideration for reuse. BIM ensures data sharing in real-time across disciplines. The document advocates putting geotechnical data into a database to enable easy transfer and reuse for site evaluation, design, and asset maintenance. For geotechnical data to be fully integrated into BIM, the 3D subsurface elements need to be "smart" and connected to related data, and the geotechnical and civil applications need to be connected to share information. This allows all project participants to visualize geotechnical data in the context of site design for improved understanding and efficiency.
Towards an integrated set of design tools based on a common data format for b...Ken Hew, Ph.D., CISA
This document discusses developing an integrated set of design tools based on a common data format to facilitate sharing of building and services design information. It aims to improve the traditionally fragmented design process by enabling interactive sharing of multi-disciplinary design data from early stages. The proposed approach represents the design process and needed information as 3D digital models that can interface with analysis software, allowing thermal data to inform architectural design decisions earlier. Preliminary research observed limitations of existing discrete tools that do not effectively coordinate or exchange data between disciplines during design.
Implementation of a Simulation Model Using the Systems Dynamics: Case Study f...IJERA Editor
With computer technology reaching the construction industry, much has changed in the way that these are
idealized and designed. Currently, with the increasing availability of tools for the development of the models and
parametric models intended for digital manufacturing, the insertion of these characteristics as design tool allows
the designer to test solutions on various factors that permeate the design process, especially as regards the
constructive points. The experience of the parameterisation dynamics and the dynamics of digital manufacturing
from the design of the project allows the development of complex geometries, since the control their properties
the analyses of structural variables of environmental comfort and aesthetics. The growth of the complexity of the
projects and the capacity of computing resources, has arisen the need to use a more systemic approach, as well as
have emerged the simulation programs based on dynamic systems, a digital simulation methodology in order to
understand complex forms, which is part of the concept of systemic thought for the resolution of problems. The
objective is in this Article is to identify and analyse the aspects of potential simulation based on dynamic
systems and demonstrate a practical case drawn up in Dynamo software.
This document discusses using building information modeling (BIM) and advanced post-tensioning design methods. It describes the workflow from input data to structural calculation to drafting in BIM. It outlines some challenges encountered like manual data transfer between programs and lack of open application interfaces. The benefits of a fully integrated BIM approach are highlighted, including reduced errors, faster design time, and all parties having access to the same updated 3D model information.
1) While information mobility tools on construction sites have grown in popularity, the use of 3D and building information models (BIM) for collaboration on jobsites is still limited. Experts say that BIM mobility has potential benefits but widespread adoption depends on project complexity and contractor size.
2) Holder Construction uses 4D modeling software to create construction simulations that help project superintendents visualize and plan schedules. However, a survey found that most contractors do not extensively use mobile devices to access and author 3D models on sites due to data limitations and worker training.
3) As cloud computing advances and owners increasingly expect electronic project handovers, experts predict that BIM collaboration will continue growing. But proving clear returns
Communication & Coordination on a Construction Project Through Building I...muhammad87
This document summarizes research on how building information modeling (BIM) can enhance construction communication, coordination, and clash detection through tools like Autodesk's Navisworks and web-based project management systems. It discusses how BIM improves on traditional paper-based coordination, explores functions of Navisworks for clash detection and integrating models, and interviews industry professionals about benefits of and areas for improving BIM integration.
AECOsim Building Designer is information modeling software that allows multi-discipline building teams to design, simulate, analyze, and document buildings in a single application. It provides tools for architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical design along with construction documentation. The software helps lower costs, save time, reduce risk and improve quality while providing higher returns for building owners.
Using Geotechnical Data in a 3D Space WhitepaperAmy Heffner
This document discusses integrating geotechnical data into 3D models using Building Information Modeling (BIM). It notes that traditionally, geotechnical data is reported separately without consideration for reuse. BIM ensures data sharing in real-time across disciplines. The document advocates putting geotechnical data into a database to enable easy transfer and reuse for site evaluation, design, and asset maintenance. For geotechnical data to be fully integrated into BIM, the 3D subsurface elements need to be "smart" and connected to related data, and the geotechnical and civil applications need to be connected to share information. This allows all project participants to visualize geotechnical data in the context of site design for improved understanding and efficiency.
Towards an integrated set of design tools based on a common data format for b...Ken Hew, Ph.D., CISA
This document discusses developing an integrated set of design tools based on a common data format to facilitate sharing of building and services design information. It aims to improve the traditionally fragmented design process by enabling interactive sharing of multi-disciplinary design data from early stages. The proposed approach represents the design process and needed information as 3D digital models that can interface with analysis software, allowing thermal data to inform architectural design decisions earlier. Preliminary research observed limitations of existing discrete tools that do not effectively coordinate or exchange data between disciplines during design.
Implementation of a Simulation Model Using the Systems Dynamics: Case Study f...IJERA Editor
With computer technology reaching the construction industry, much has changed in the way that these are
idealized and designed. Currently, with the increasing availability of tools for the development of the models and
parametric models intended for digital manufacturing, the insertion of these characteristics as design tool allows
the designer to test solutions on various factors that permeate the design process, especially as regards the
constructive points. The experience of the parameterisation dynamics and the dynamics of digital manufacturing
from the design of the project allows the development of complex geometries, since the control their properties
the analyses of structural variables of environmental comfort and aesthetics. The growth of the complexity of the
projects and the capacity of computing resources, has arisen the need to use a more systemic approach, as well as
have emerged the simulation programs based on dynamic systems, a digital simulation methodology in order to
understand complex forms, which is part of the concept of systemic thought for the resolution of problems. The
objective is in this Article is to identify and analyse the aspects of potential simulation based on dynamic
systems and demonstrate a practical case drawn up in Dynamo software.
This document discusses using building information modeling (BIM) and advanced post-tensioning design methods. It describes the workflow from input data to structural calculation to drafting in BIM. It outlines some challenges encountered like manual data transfer between programs and lack of open application interfaces. The benefits of a fully integrated BIM approach are highlighted, including reduced errors, faster design time, and all parties having access to the same updated 3D model information.
1) While information mobility tools on construction sites have grown in popularity, the use of 3D and building information models (BIM) for collaboration on jobsites is still limited. Experts say that BIM mobility has potential benefits but widespread adoption depends on project complexity and contractor size.
2) Holder Construction uses 4D modeling software to create construction simulations that help project superintendents visualize and plan schedules. However, a survey found that most contractors do not extensively use mobile devices to access and author 3D models on sites due to data limitations and worker training.
3) As cloud computing advances and owners increasingly expect electronic project handovers, experts predict that BIM collaboration will continue growing. But proving clear returns
Communication & Coordination on a Construction Project Through Building I...muhammad87
This document summarizes research on how building information modeling (BIM) can enhance construction communication, coordination, and clash detection through tools like Autodesk's Navisworks and web-based project management systems. It discusses how BIM improves on traditional paper-based coordination, explores functions of Navisworks for clash detection and integrating models, and interviews industry professionals about benefits of and areas for improving BIM integration.
Built -aia_southern_arizona_article_draft_v8_sendMike Bordenaro
The document summarizes an interactive workshop that demonstrated the financial benefits of integrated building information modeling (BIM). Representatives from various construction disciplines attended to learn how BIM and integrated project delivery (IPD) can improve decision-making and reduce costs. Experts used real project data from a school library project to model the building across several software programs. Breakout groups allowed participants to experience the collaboration benefits of IPD. The workshop highlighted how open standards and cloud computing allow information to be shared across platforms.
Contents of the presentation:
1. IFC OVERVIEW
- Back to The Idea of BIM
- Open BIM
- What Is IFC?
- IFC Formats
- IFC Workflow
- Interoperability
- BIM Collaboration Format (BCF)
- Model View Definition (MVD)
- Data Modeling
- Modeling Language
- IFC Data Modeling (Schema)
- EXPRESS Schema
2. IFC DATA MODEL
- Inheritance Hierarchy
- Explicit vs Inverse Attributes
- Objectified Relationships
- Viewers
- Spatial Aggregate Hierarchy
- Geometric Representation Methods
- Relative Positioning
3. ATTRIBUTES & PROPERTIES
- It’s all about Data
- Data Mapping
- Attributes Categories
- Attributes in Revit
- Properties Classification
- IFC Property Sets:
- Revit Implementation
- Data Mapping files
4. IFC: THE NOW & THE FUTURE
- Preview
- Ifc Versions Evolution
- Ifc Certification
- ifcBridge Addition to IFC4.2
- Ifc5.0 Infrastructure & Better GIS Integration
- Ifc New Candidate Formats
- Brief Case Study: Ifcjson Format
#AU2016 Unlock the "I" in BIM with Data DemocratizationNathan C. Wood
In order to achieve a positive return on investment (ROI) in Building Information Modeling (BIM), data should transfer freely and reliably between relevant project stakeholders. Cloud collaboration tools seek to address the AEC industry’s past challenges with effective BIM collaboration. This presentation describes how the democratization of data allows project teams to disrupt traditional practices and and create exponential value to the design and construction process.
Adrian Smith has over 20 years of experience in project information management roles. His resume summarizes various roles he has held managing data, documents, and engineering information for large oil and gas projects. His responsibilities have included developing information management strategies, overseeing data repositories, ensuring quality of client deliverables, and coordinating across engineering disciplines and contractors.
CADISON® Project Engineer is your tool for plant design, Engineering calculations and detailing of your plant by adding all required components (objects) to the project while taking them from the catalogue. Simple Drag & Drop operations are sufficient with completely text based operations without the obligation to have a graphical environment. This approach is called "Conceptual Engineering". The target of CADISON® Project Engineer is to provide the user with data for calculation without large efforts and already at a very early time.
This document discusses the impact of Building Information Modeling (BIM) on architectural practice and partnering in the building process based on experiences from two Dutch architecture firms. Some key points:
1) BIM allows for improved collaboration, earlier decision making, clash detection, and dynamic cost estimations. It provides insight and oversight of the design.
2) Its implementation requires an integrated design process and strategic planning. It changes traditional work processes and ways of thinking.
3) While it provides opportunities, there are also challenges around data exchange standards, modeling complexity, and contractor buy-in. Success requires an open attitude to information sharing.
4) Overall, architects who embrace BIM experience better results
This document summarizes David Cohn's background and experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software. It discusses the benefits of using Revit and other BIM tools for project collaboration, design, analysis, documentation and facilities management. Key benefits highlighted include improved coordination, increased productivity, reduced errors and waste, and better decision making throughout a building's lifecycle.
Building Information Modeling (BIM) uses 3D models and consistent data to improve project insight for cost, schedule and constructability. BIM provides greater collaboration and enables prompt response to changes. The document discusses the importance of BIM, latest BIM software tools like Revit and AutoCAD, and the need to study and apply advanced BIM tools. It explains what BIM is, its methodology, evolution, characteristics, uses in design, construction and facility management. Barriers to BIM implementation and tools like 3DS Max, Revit and Maya are also summarized.
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MEP 3D modeling services offer efficient and comprehensive solutions for designing, coordinating, and visualizing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in building projects. By utilizing advanced software tools, experienced engineers create accurate and detailed three-dimensional models. These models enable efficient design planning, clash detection, and enhanced coordination between various disciplines. They also provide realistic visualizations that aid in better understanding and decision-making for clients, architects, and contractors. Furthermore, MEP 3D models support accurate quantification, analysis, documentation, and construction guidance, leading to improved project outcomes, reduced errors, and enhanced efficiency throughout the construction process.
Emerging Technology in Practice in the field of architectural practicekubahadurrr
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Efficiency Unleashed: How As-Built Drawings Management Software Transforms Projects
As-Built drawings management software improves project outcomes through real-time updates, better collaboration, and accuracy within As-Built drawings. It simplifies communication between project participants to reduce errors and boost efficiency to realize enhanced project outcomes.
Read More : https://www.ifieldsmart.com/blogs/efficiency-unleashed-how-as-built-drawings-management-software-transforms-projects/
Visit : www.ifieldsmart.com/as-built-drawings
Latching onto unity reflect to push rich bim data BIMEngus1
BIM Engineering US is a leading Building Information Technology solution service provider offering end to end solutions in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems engineering, design and construction.
Coordinated design involves bringing together project information from different teams into a single cloud-based solution for improved decision making. Key benefits include live reporting, reduced costs and time savings, full asset registration, and managing work crews and asset analysis over the long term. Coordinated design options for IKEA to consider are a manual process run in-house or using a common data environment with a web interface to manage the design process and clash detection.
AVEVA PDMS is a 3D plant design software that allows globally distributed teams to collaboratively design plants in a single virtual environment. It builds an intelligent database of the design and automatically generates drawings, reports, and material take-offs. PDMS helps reduce costs by enabling higher quality designs with fewer errors and reworks through sophisticated design checks and clash detection capabilities.
The document discusses how building design is moving towards an era of increased connectivity through digital systems and data sharing. It describes how building designs, projects, and teams are becoming more interconnected through technologies like BIM and data-driven insights. This allows for improved collaboration, decision making, outcomes, and handoffs between designers, engineers, contractors and owners. The document promotes Autodesk's BIM solutions as helping realize this connected future in building design, from early design through construction.
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Revit Architecture Software revolutionizes design and collaboration within the construction industry. With its advanced features and intuitive interface, Revit streamlines the architectural process, allowing seamless integration of designs and facilitating efficient collaboration among teams. From conceptualization to construction, Revit enhances productivity and precision, shaping the future of architectural innovation.
AutoCAD Civil 3D is a building information modeling software for civil engineering projects. It allows users to create a coordinated digital model to design, analyze, visualize, document, and construct their project. The software generates a single, intelligent model to allow design changes to automatically update throughout production drawings and documentation. AutoCAD Civil 3D also features tools for tasks like surveying, grading, corridor and pipe modeling, quantity takeoffs, and documentation to help streamline workflows.
MicroStation V8i is a software product that provides significant interoperability advantages for project teams by enabling users to overcome DWG reuse challenges and integrate DWG, DGN, and other file formats. It includes tools for geo-coordination, dynamic views, integrated printing, and intuitive 3D modeling to help teams design, visualize, and document infrastructure projects using a single software foundation. Rendering and animation capabilities provide realistic visualization of designs.
The document discusses various stages of a construction project according to the RIBA Plan of Work. In round 1, early stage work like feasibility studies and budget estimation is discussed. Round 2 covers design development using BIM software. Manual measurement and its pros and cons are covered in round 3. Rounds 4 and 5 discuss the construction and close out stages involving tasks like contract management and final accounting. Efficient data management and easier operation and maintenance are benefits mentioned for the close out stage.
The document discusses how the internet is important for architects and their clients for communication, coordination, and graphic representation. It describes how architects currently use the internet for marketing, presentations, training, and project management. It also discusses future trends like using building information modeling, data exchange standards, and new project delivery methods to improve collaboration and information sharing across organizations.
Built -aia_southern_arizona_article_draft_v8_sendMike Bordenaro
The document summarizes an interactive workshop that demonstrated the financial benefits of integrated building information modeling (BIM). Representatives from various construction disciplines attended to learn how BIM and integrated project delivery (IPD) can improve decision-making and reduce costs. Experts used real project data from a school library project to model the building across several software programs. Breakout groups allowed participants to experience the collaboration benefits of IPD. The workshop highlighted how open standards and cloud computing allow information to be shared across platforms.
Contents of the presentation:
1. IFC OVERVIEW
- Back to The Idea of BIM
- Open BIM
- What Is IFC?
- IFC Formats
- IFC Workflow
- Interoperability
- BIM Collaboration Format (BCF)
- Model View Definition (MVD)
- Data Modeling
- Modeling Language
- IFC Data Modeling (Schema)
- EXPRESS Schema
2. IFC DATA MODEL
- Inheritance Hierarchy
- Explicit vs Inverse Attributes
- Objectified Relationships
- Viewers
- Spatial Aggregate Hierarchy
- Geometric Representation Methods
- Relative Positioning
3. ATTRIBUTES & PROPERTIES
- It’s all about Data
- Data Mapping
- Attributes Categories
- Attributes in Revit
- Properties Classification
- IFC Property Sets:
- Revit Implementation
- Data Mapping files
4. IFC: THE NOW & THE FUTURE
- Preview
- Ifc Versions Evolution
- Ifc Certification
- ifcBridge Addition to IFC4.2
- Ifc5.0 Infrastructure & Better GIS Integration
- Ifc New Candidate Formats
- Brief Case Study: Ifcjson Format
#AU2016 Unlock the "I" in BIM with Data DemocratizationNathan C. Wood
In order to achieve a positive return on investment (ROI) in Building Information Modeling (BIM), data should transfer freely and reliably between relevant project stakeholders. Cloud collaboration tools seek to address the AEC industry’s past challenges with effective BIM collaboration. This presentation describes how the democratization of data allows project teams to disrupt traditional practices and and create exponential value to the design and construction process.
Adrian Smith has over 20 years of experience in project information management roles. His resume summarizes various roles he has held managing data, documents, and engineering information for large oil and gas projects. His responsibilities have included developing information management strategies, overseeing data repositories, ensuring quality of client deliverables, and coordinating across engineering disciplines and contractors.
CADISON® Project Engineer is your tool for plant design, Engineering calculations and detailing of your plant by adding all required components (objects) to the project while taking them from the catalogue. Simple Drag & Drop operations are sufficient with completely text based operations without the obligation to have a graphical environment. This approach is called "Conceptual Engineering". The target of CADISON® Project Engineer is to provide the user with data for calculation without large efforts and already at a very early time.
This document discusses the impact of Building Information Modeling (BIM) on architectural practice and partnering in the building process based on experiences from two Dutch architecture firms. Some key points:
1) BIM allows for improved collaboration, earlier decision making, clash detection, and dynamic cost estimations. It provides insight and oversight of the design.
2) Its implementation requires an integrated design process and strategic planning. It changes traditional work processes and ways of thinking.
3) While it provides opportunities, there are also challenges around data exchange standards, modeling complexity, and contractor buy-in. Success requires an open attitude to information sharing.
4) Overall, architects who embrace BIM experience better results
This document summarizes David Cohn's background and experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software. It discusses the benefits of using Revit and other BIM tools for project collaboration, design, analysis, documentation and facilities management. Key benefits highlighted include improved coordination, increased productivity, reduced errors and waste, and better decision making throughout a building's lifecycle.
Building Information Modeling (BIM) uses 3D models and consistent data to improve project insight for cost, schedule and constructability. BIM provides greater collaboration and enables prompt response to changes. The document discusses the importance of BIM, latest BIM software tools like Revit and AutoCAD, and the need to study and apply advanced BIM tools. It explains what BIM is, its methodology, evolution, characteristics, uses in design, construction and facility management. Barriers to BIM implementation and tools like 3DS Max, Revit and Maya are also summarized.
Unleashing Innovation Advancing MEP Projects with 3D Modeling.pdfMarsBIM1
MEP 3D modeling services offer efficient and comprehensive solutions for designing, coordinating, and visualizing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in building projects. By utilizing advanced software tools, experienced engineers create accurate and detailed three-dimensional models. These models enable efficient design planning, clash detection, and enhanced coordination between various disciplines. They also provide realistic visualizations that aid in better understanding and decision-making for clients, architects, and contractors. Furthermore, MEP 3D models support accurate quantification, analysis, documentation, and construction guidance, leading to improved project outcomes, reduced errors, and enhanced efficiency throughout the construction process.
Emerging Technology in Practice in the field of architectural practicekubahadurrr
Emerging technologies in architectural practice refer to innovative tools, techniques, and methodologies that are beginning to be integrated into the field of architecture. These technologies have the potential to significantly impact the way architects design, plan, and construct buildings and collaborate.
Efficiency Unleashed: How As-Built Drawings Management Software Transforms Projects
As-Built drawings management software improves project outcomes through real-time updates, better collaboration, and accuracy within As-Built drawings. It simplifies communication between project participants to reduce errors and boost efficiency to realize enhanced project outcomes.
Read More : https://www.ifieldsmart.com/blogs/efficiency-unleashed-how-as-built-drawings-management-software-transforms-projects/
Visit : www.ifieldsmart.com/as-built-drawings
Latching onto unity reflect to push rich bim data BIMEngus1
BIM Engineering US is a leading Building Information Technology solution service provider offering end to end solutions in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems engineering, design and construction.
Coordinated design involves bringing together project information from different teams into a single cloud-based solution for improved decision making. Key benefits include live reporting, reduced costs and time savings, full asset registration, and managing work crews and asset analysis over the long term. Coordinated design options for IKEA to consider are a manual process run in-house or using a common data environment with a web interface to manage the design process and clash detection.
AVEVA PDMS is a 3D plant design software that allows globally distributed teams to collaboratively design plants in a single virtual environment. It builds an intelligent database of the design and automatically generates drawings, reports, and material take-offs. PDMS helps reduce costs by enabling higher quality designs with fewer errors and reworks through sophisticated design checks and clash detection capabilities.
The document discusses how building design is moving towards an era of increased connectivity through digital systems and data sharing. It describes how building designs, projects, and teams are becoming more interconnected through technologies like BIM and data-driven insights. This allows for improved collaboration, decision making, outcomes, and handoffs between designers, engineers, contractors and owners. The document promotes Autodesk's BIM solutions as helping realize this connected future in building design, from early design through construction.
Revit Architecture Software: Transforming Design and Collaboration in Constru...amanraza23
Revit Architecture Software revolutionizes design and collaboration within the construction industry. With its advanced features and intuitive interface, Revit streamlines the architectural process, allowing seamless integration of designs and facilitating efficient collaboration among teams. From conceptualization to construction, Revit enhances productivity and precision, shaping the future of architectural innovation.
AutoCAD Civil 3D is a building information modeling software for civil engineering projects. It allows users to create a coordinated digital model to design, analyze, visualize, document, and construct their project. The software generates a single, intelligent model to allow design changes to automatically update throughout production drawings and documentation. AutoCAD Civil 3D also features tools for tasks like surveying, grading, corridor and pipe modeling, quantity takeoffs, and documentation to help streamline workflows.
MicroStation V8i is a software product that provides significant interoperability advantages for project teams by enabling users to overcome DWG reuse challenges and integrate DWG, DGN, and other file formats. It includes tools for geo-coordination, dynamic views, integrated printing, and intuitive 3D modeling to help teams design, visualize, and document infrastructure projects using a single software foundation. Rendering and animation capabilities provide realistic visualization of designs.
The document discusses various stages of a construction project according to the RIBA Plan of Work. In round 1, early stage work like feasibility studies and budget estimation is discussed. Round 2 covers design development using BIM software. Manual measurement and its pros and cons are covered in round 3. Rounds 4 and 5 discuss the construction and close out stages involving tasks like contract management and final accounting. Efficient data management and easier operation and maintenance are benefits mentioned for the close out stage.
The document discusses how the internet is important for architects and their clients for communication, coordination, and graphic representation. It describes how architects currently use the internet for marketing, presentations, training, and project management. It also discusses future trends like using building information modeling, data exchange standards, and new project delivery methods to improve collaboration and information sharing across organizations.
The document summarizes the features and capabilities of Autodesk Revit Architecture software. It describes how the software allows users to design buildings from early conceptual stages through construction documentation within a single environment. Key features highlighted include parametric modeling, integrated analysis tools, automated coordination of design changes, and support for team collaboration. The summary emphasizes that Revit Architecture is purpose-built for building information modeling (BIM) workflows.
The document discusses several Building Information Modeling (BIM) platforms, tools, and environments. It provides details on Revit, Bentley Architecture, ArchiCAD, Digital Project, Vectorworks, Tekla Structures, and AutoCAD-based applications. For each, it summarizes their capabilities as a tool, platform, and environment for BIM design.
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Bentley AutoPIPE V8i is a pipe stress analysis software that enables efficient and productive design. It allows users to create and modify 3D piping models using a graphical interface. The software performs static and dynamic load calculations to verify piping code compliance. It has features for advanced analysis of buried pipelines, wave loading, plastic and fiberglass pipes. Results can be viewed graphically and shared with structural analysis and plant design software for integrated design.
ArchiCAD is world leading creative modeling software. It allows bidirectional communication with various structural, free form modeling, rendering software. It is the only software that gives you the flexibility of working in 2D and also in 3D without using different software. It maintains the original layers and therefore the files can be exchanged with engineering and services people both ways.
Artlantis Studio is the fastest stand-alone rendering application developed especially for architects and designers, ideal for quickly and easily creating high resolution 3D renderings, QuickTime VR Panoramas, Objects and animations. A recognized leader in preview window technology, Artlantis is the rendering software used by architects, designers and urban design professionals in more than 80 countries.
Artlantis Studio (Packaged Edition) communicate directly with leading CAD Architecture software such as ArchiCAD, Vector Works, Sketch Up Pro, Autodesk 2010, Arc+), With the recent addition of the DWF, OBJ and FBX import formats and updated DXF, DWG and 3DS plug-ins, Artlantis seamlessly interacts with all the leading CAD software: Revit Architecture, 3ds Max, VIZ, Maya, Rhino, CINEMA 4D Light Wave, modo, Softimage|XSI, Poser and many more.
2. What Are the Barriers to Achieving Information
Modeling ROI?
The building industry is making the transition to 3D information modeling to improve design quality and performance while saving time and minimizing
errors. However, many organizations are not achieving the returns they had hoped for due to the technical limitations and workflow restrictions that
many software tools impose, including:
• Greater risk of miscommunication due to inefficient collaboration and unreliable deliverables
• Higher costs from onerous hardware and long-term training and support requirements
• Restrictive design environment limiting the scale and complexity of projects that can be modeled
• Increased errors due to required translations, manual re-entry, and inability to integrate relevant data
• Disjointed workflows that make it nearly impossible for geographically distributed teams to work together
Maximizing the return on investment in information modeling requires software that eliminates barriers and streamlines workflows through a unified
design environment providing tools that deliver rigor in analysis and simulation.
2
AECOsim Building Designer:
Unrivaled Information Modeling
for Multi-discipline Building Teams
AECOsim Building Designer uniquely provides a comprehensive set of capabilities in a single, unified environment in order to effectively design,
construct, document, and visualize buildings of any size, form, and complexity. It enables multi-discipline building teams to:
1. Integrate Disciplines:
Advanced tools, a shared library of building components, and inherently interoperable
workflows are delivered into one single, unified design environment for multi-discipline
building teams.
2. Simulate Buildings:
Information modeling tools specifically suited for buildings empower users to
make informed design decisions and to effectively communicate design
intent from the design phase through construction.
3. Model Anything:
Advanced capabilities provide total modeling freedom,
regardless of geometry or project scale, to create
virtually any form, size, and complexity.
4. Collaborate Efficiently:
Distributed teams of any size can work on
models simultaneously, regardless of geographic location,
to enable an integrated project delivery.
3. Mechanical: Incorporate energy analysis with highly
flexible and efficient modeling
Create airhandling and plumbing systems for buildings and industrial
plants with unlimited freedom to explore more design options, make
better-informed design decisions, and predict costs and performance.
Users can model fully parametric mechanical systems in a highly
flexible and efficient environment with access to component product
manufacturer libraries.
Electrical: Design building electrical systems with
power and lighting analysis
All phases of the engineering workflow are supported, from conceptual
to detailed design, from modeling of complex electrical subsystems
to analysis, documentation, and management, integrating design,
visualization, drawing production, and reporting of quantities and
costs. Users can design building electrical systems with power and
lighting analysis and exchange data bidirectionally with other
industry-standard lighting analysis programs.
3
Architectural: Model anything imaginable and produce
precise documentation
Create with unlimited freedom and explore more design options to make
better informed design decisions, and predict costs and performance.
Leveraging Bentley’s GenerativeComponents for computational design,
including panelization and fully customizable parametrics, architects can
easily model buildings of any form, size, and complexity. Users can also
shape data with Bentley’s AECOsim Energy Simulator and other energy
analysis programs.
Structural: Integrate world‑class modeling with leading
analysis and fabrication
Improve project quality while reducing risk, and saving money in the
design and documentation of structural systems. Integrate with world‑class
modeling that provides leading analysis and fabrication with detailing
applications including Bentley’s ProStructures. Users can leverage
Bentley’s RAM, STAAD, and ProStructures product families for the most
productive structural analysis and design of building and plant projects.
Integrate Disciplines for Streamlined Workflows
Seamlessly bridge gaps between building disciplines
AECOsim Building Designer makes it possible for project participants to adopt a streamlined, common workflow that encourages collaboration
and adherence to project standards through the use of a consistent and coherent set of tools and libraries for all building disciplines.
4. 4
Simulate Buildings to Perfect Designs
Efficiently create, explore, simulate, document, and communicate building designs
AECOsim Building Designer includes discipline specific information modeling tools that allow users to easily reuse existing data, explore designs, make
informed design decisions, and produce reliable deliverables – resulting in better designs, in less time, with less risk.
True Interoperability
True interoperability allows for the reuse of existing data, regardless of
format, by incorporating data from an extensive range of AECO and
geospatial formats. Users can share and view live design information
across multiple formats in real time with project participants.
For instance, users can share and interact with project information
regardless of authoring application through Bentley’s i-models, containers
for the open exchange of infrastructure information.
• Share and interact with complex project information regardless of
authoring application using Bentley’s i-models
• Support common formats including DGN, RealDWG™, IFC, DXF,
SketchUp SKP, PDF, U3D, 3DS, Rhino 3DM, i-models, IGES, Parasolid,
ACIS SAT, CGM, STEP AP203/AP214, STL, OBJ, VRMLWorld, Google
Earth KML, Collada, Esri SHP, and more
• Employ point clouds of virtually any scale natively within the
modeling environment as context for designs
• View and share live design information across multiple formats in real
time with project participants, regardless of location, facilitated by
flexible file referencing
• Integrate geospatial information and ensure proper display within the
proper context
Immersive Interaction
Interact with all available design information, presented within the
context of the model to make better informed decisions by
exploring and interacting with designs. Through hypermodeling, users
can incorporate interrelated information within the spatial context of
the 3D model including: drawings, images, documents, media, web
links, and more.
• Information is available directly in context
• Incorporate interrelated information within the spatial context of
the 3D model including: drawings, images, documents, media, web
links, and more
• Create virtually any geometry with comprehensive
modeling toolset
• Utilize discipline-specific information and associative parametric
modeling tools
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Building Performance
Quickly explore options and predict real-world performance to discover the
best design choices through iterative modeling, simulating, and exploring a
broad range of “what-if” scenarios using computational design tools. Users
can produce lifelike visualizations and analyze models quickly to resolve
clashes and visualize results.
• Perform height, slope, solar exposure, and shading analysis
• Analyze models to resolve clashes and visualize results, as well as
perform schedule simulations with add-on application
• Produce lifelike visualizations of models supporting
point-and-shoot, photorealistic materials, lighting
libraries, distributed network rendering, and key frame
and time-based animation tools
Trusted Deliverables
Efficiently produce reliable deliverables that consistently communicate design intent with the ability to create 2D documentation dynamically directly from, and
embedded within, the 3D model. Users can review and share markups of models and documentation easily, made possible by a unifying production environment
that reflects the same up-to-date design.
i-models: Delivering Information Mobility
i-models are containers for the open exchange of AECO deliverables developed by Bentley to enable the
fast, easy exchange of precise engineering content. Team members can share information generated from
various applications without requiring recipients to have the source application used to create the data.
i-Model
• Produce the highest quality deliverables with precision 2D and
3D plotting
• Deliver documentation in less time due to robust design and
production standards management
• Apply site, project, enterprise, and international standards
throughout design and documentation
• Review and share markups of models and documentation easily
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Model Anything with Complete Freedom
Create virtually any building of any form, size, and complexity
AECOsim Building Designer’s robust scalability provides the ability to model projects of virtually any size, shape, and geometric complexity. Users can pursue
designs of any scope, without being limited by their information modeling software. Generative design modeling tools, through integration with Bentley’s
GenerativeComponents, enables design teams to immersively and rapidly explore a much wider range of design alternatives.
Collaborate Efficiently to Enable Integrated Project Delivery
Effectively work and communicate
across distributed project teams
AECOsim Building Designer allows teams of any
size, including extended multi-discipline teams
and key stakeholders, to efficiently collaborate
and communicate from the conceptual phase
through construction. With a federated approach,
users can share and work on models
simultaneously regardless of geographic location.
Whether located in the same office or distributed
across the globe, design teams of any size can
work as one to successfully deliver any scale
building project, without the need for
supercomputers, hardware accelerators,
and complex manual document coordination
procedures. The integration with Bentley’s
ProjectWise enhances capabilities including work
sharing, content re-use, and dynamic feedback.
7. “With AECOsim Building Designer, we now have one very flexible tool that provides a consistent and cohesive way of
working across all disciplines. With its federated data approach, we can work with data in many formats stored in many
places to streamline design and simplify working together with our partners.”
Anna-Brita Krakenberger, SWECO
“The biggest impact that AECOsim Building Designer will have for us will be the use of hypermodeling—the next
generation of Bentley’s dynamic views technology. The ability to incorporate rendered 3D views into the design
drawings will make it easier to explain complicated design intent than the traditional use of multiple 2D sections.”
Bill Peterson, LJB Inc.
AECOsim Building Designer lies at the heart of our collaborative approach – allowing us to provide design team
leadership whilst tightly integrating our client’s project aspirations and commercial needs into the solutions we develop.
Design is a collaborative process of working hard to find solutions to complex problems. AECOsim Building Designer
enables our design thinking: our finished product is exquisite buildings.”
Gerard Outram, Building Studio Architects
What Users Are Saying
AECOsim
Building
Designer
Revit®
ArchiCAD®
Information Modeling
for Buildings
Architectural Design
Structural Design
Mechanical Systems Design
Electrical Systems Design
True Interoperability
Extensive Format Interoperability
Location-aware Information
Point-cloud Support
Programmatic Extensibility
Immersive Interaction
Hypermodeling
Complete 3D Geometry Modeling Toolset
Top-quality Professional Rendering
Vivid Animation
Building Performance
Design Simulation
Computational Design
Trusted Deliverables
Design & Production Standards Management
Rule-based Drawing Production
Native Collision Detection
Digital Signatures and Rights
AECOsim Building Designer is a market leader used by leading firms worldwide.
To learn more about how Bentley users are achieving Building Success, see the
software in action, or download a free trial, please visit:
www.bentley.com/BuildingSuccess
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