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Drafting Views have an Origin

Revit OpEd

When we create a new drafting view we are presented with an empty view. We are free to begin our drafting exercise anywhere we see fit. If we import a simple CAD file that has some lines that define where the 0,0,0 origin is we''ll find out exactly where the origin is in the drafting view (use Auto-Origin to Origin).

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Construction is NOT complex…. People are. Successful Construction Project Delivery Requirements

Job Order Contracting

Who can offer change ideas (informally and formally)? Understanding core requirements is critical for real property owners and facilities management professionals. A robust processes assures answers to the following questions are known. Who plans and prioritizes project considerations? Who assesses the impact of the proposed changes?

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Revit and AutoCAD

Revit OpEd

In my opinion the phrase Building Information Modeling (BIM) was born in part because Autodesk desperately needed to differentiate ADT/ACA from Revit, at least as BIM is defined and expressed by Autodesk. The notion of using computers to help accomplish the broad goals of BIM is nearly as old as computers so it''s not a brand new idea.

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Revit Speed

CAD Shack

So one size doesn''t fit all, but if you are looking for ideas. If you have a lot of people accessing the model at the same time, use scheduled times for syncing to prevent database collisions. Don''t make or use over the top families that are over-modeled. Have only a generic drafting view open during saves and syncs.

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Can a VR-enabled AEC Firm transform building projects?

BD+C

Trusting that architecture and engineering have fulfilled the project goals and knowing the design team has realized your idea is a thrilling moment. What once had to be drawn by hand is now transformed into a 3D model; helping the design team streamline the process, but not changing the deliverable to the client. Don’t like a finish?

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How to Create Templates in AutoCAD

Construction Cost Estimating

Arguably the most famous and the most commonly used 3D modeling software ever, we all know about AutoCAD. It is a computer aided design and drafting solution brought to you by Autodesk. That’s a bad idea. What would be better is to keep a handy “basic” drawing available that is common to all of these drafts you have to make.

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The Next Generation in Construction: A Spotlight on 6 Young Industry Innovators  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

I believe that this scholarship has given me a huge step into the computer drafting and design field. I hope to bring new ideas and processes into the engineering field. Once I started designing, I very quickly realized I had no idea how to digitize my ideas. My family and I, like many others, use the trail every day.