BIM & Beam

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Structural Engineers can transfer Revit models into React Structures in a flexible way using Dynamo. Learn how to create a one way model transfer workflow from Revit to React Structures. This script is an example of the workflow we could enable using React Structures, Revit and Dynamo.

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BIM & Beam

MARCH 31, 2014

A new Structural Model eXchange (SMX) solution has been implemented to enable a bi-directional exchange between Autodesk® Revit® 2015 software and Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis Professional 2015. Robust change tracking.

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Revit OpEd

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Regarding my last post - a Revit 2020.1 Of specific interest.Autodesk writes: Issues Resolved: Fixed an issue that resulted in the loss of family data in some workshared models when family definitions had not been recently modified. Hot Fix is now posted.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project. New Orleans, LA.,

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BIM & Beam

AUGUST 15, 2018

Building on Autodesk’s strategy to make Revit a robust model authoring tool for designing and detailing, the Revit 2019.1 release includes an important update for concrete detailers and engineers that will help to increase modeling versatility, accuracy, and productivity. Free Form Rebar Distribution in Revit 2018.1.

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BIM & Beam

AUGUST 1, 2018

Before we dive in, let’s quickly review the four benefits of BIM for engineers: Combines the versatility of 2D documentation with the higher level of fidelity and accuracy of 3D modeling of steel reinforcement and concrete accessories, with minimal effort to produce both. Revit-model-driven structural-analysis.

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BIM & Beam

MAY 5, 2014

In Autodesk revit 2015 there are some new capabilities and features to enable a precise definition and placement of structural framing elements in space: Location line visibility. All these work for both steel and precast elements in Revit.' All these work for both steel and precast elements in Revit.' Graphical justification.

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BIM & Beam

JUNE 8, 2018

GRAITEC Advance BIM Designers – Concrete Series is an innovative series of applications for rebar detailing and modeling using engineering BIM data. Power up your productivity in Revit and manage your rebar project in the most effective way with BIM Designers. Learn more about the BIM Designers add-in for Revit: [link].

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BIM & Beam

OCTOBER 20, 2014

For those you attending AU to learn about automating the creation of rebar shop drawings from Revit, how about using the Revit model to drive rebar fabrication machinery directly?

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BIM & Beam

MAY 22, 2014

In Autodesk Revit 2015 the structural analytical model was improved in several different areas. You can use Analytical Model Categories visibility settings to display Local Coordinate System (LCS) widgets along structural analytical elements in a view.'

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 22, 2014

It''s been 14 years since Revit formally began knocking on the doors of architectural firms. As Revit matured there were fewer opportunities for showstopper items. We can''t justify the time and effort required to move to Revit". Revit Structure was introduced (2005) and the conversation began again with engineers.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Let's break down these workflows into three core elements, each tailored to achieve a unique objective: To seamlessly depict the building layout in context with the shopfloor, we will look at the interaction between Revit and Inventor. This integration allows real-time collaboration between Revit and Inventor designers.

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Autodesk Plans Design Revit 81

BIM & Beam

DECEMBER 9, 2014

This year GRAITEC introduced their new range of powerful Revit extensions, called Advance BIM Designers - this solution focuses on better connecting reinforced concrete design and detailing workflows in Revit. Autodesk University is the ideal event to experience inspirational seminars on everything related to design and engineering.

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Revit Concrete BIM Drawings 109

ENR Construction

MAY 16, 2024

High-tech studies, modeling play key role in revitalizing DC’s National Air and Space Museum.

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 11, 2012

Revit OpEd. Welcome to Steve Staffords Blog ~ Revit OpEd = OPinion EDitorial ~ My view of things Revit, both real and imagined. Wall Floor Interaction and Linked Models. When we have architecture and structure in separate Revit models we end up with somewhat clumsy graphics in wall sections. Revit OpEd.

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BIM & Beam

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

This whitepaper contains the updated information on the latest SMXX format as well as the analytical model enhancements in Autodesk Revit. SMXX is the binary file format that contains information about the structural model.'

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 7, 2014

He wrote: We noticed a weird issue with one of our Revit projects. The expected (normal) time to open this model was about two and half minutes. We also noticed that there was a pronounced lag while working in the model, while zooming and panning on sheets for example. We are using Revit 2014 primarily.

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Revit OpEd

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

A quick heads up.Autodesk released Revit 2015 R2 today. From an Autodesk email: Autodesk Revit 2015 R2 includes more than 30 user-requested features that add powerful capabilities, enhance software performance and improve user productivity for architects, MEP and structural engineers. New Features News Release Update Revit 2015'

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Revit OpEd

OCTOBER 13, 2014

If you change the default setting, the option you select for Positioning becomes the default instead for your current Revit session. Revit will also remember a different setting for Revit models and CAD files. New Features New Releases Release Update Revit 2015'

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 3, 2023

Today, we focus on the seamless interaction between Inventor , Revit , Vault , and Autodesk Construction Cloud. Specifically, we will explore how to simplify the transition from an Inventor design to a Revit model that can be utilised downstream. From there, you can upload your file to the designated Vault folder effortlessly.

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BIM & Beam

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Revit users can choose between various types of I-shape, T-shape, trapezoidal and many other beam cross sections. The extended range of parameters that control their geometry allow for faster and more precise modelling of Precast concrete structures. This provides enhanced rebar modelling to support better local standards.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 27, 2017

NOW AVAILABLE ARE BIM LIBRARIES IN AUTODESK REVIT for Aquatherm. Autodesk Revit allows users to design a building or structure and its components in 3D, annotate the model with 2D drafting elements, and access building information from the model's database. Aquatherm North America www.aquatherm.com/revit

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BIM & Beam

APRIL 14, 2014

SOFiSTiK Reinforcement Generation automatically generates a 3D rebar model for beams, columns, walls and slabs from computed analysis and design results in Autodesk® Revit® Structure. SOFiSTiK Reinforcement Generation reads the analysis results directly from the SOFiSTiK database (CDB) as well as from the Revit Results Packages.

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Revit OpEd

DECEMBER 5, 2017

This morning I saw our cutting boards drying next to the sink and realized they could serve as metaphorical coordinate system planes (Project and Survey) work in Revit. The original post at the forum dealt with a few projects that had been modelled very far from Revit's Internal Origin/Startup Location.

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Revit OpEd

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

A team of authors led by Bill East (COBie inventor) has finished a book dedicated to COBie and Revit. We show you how to unlock the power of the Revit COBie Extension and Classification Manager Add-Ins to automate COBie file production details. His team consists of: Shawn O'Keeffe, Richard Kenna and Emma Hooper.

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Revit OpEd

MAY 4, 2016

I've been doing some work with Autodesk as a Revit Mentor helping users navigate their 30 day trial. One of the recurring themes is, " I only need Revit to view other peoples models. In the old days a version of Revit that lacked a license turned into viewer mode. Yes it still exists. How do I do that? "

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Revit OpEd

DECEMBER 17, 2014

A new view override feature called Reveal Constraints is part of the subscription only R2 release for Revit 2015. It is intended to make it easier to see constraints that have been applied to the model but may have been obscurred in some way. constraints New Features R2 Reveal Constraints Revit 2015'

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Revit OpEd

MAY 22, 2014

From a Revit MEP or Structure perspective getting a project started, without delving into subtlety, should look something like this. Basic Concepts Beginning Collaboration Linking Models Revit MEP Revit Structure Starting Out'

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 4, 2014

Here''s what it looked like in Revit 2014 and how Revit interpreted/applied the formula to a value. When you create Attached Detail Groups they used to display a Pin to indicate their relationship to a Model Group. There are two articles (in AUGIWorld) that discuss the new Revit features. This is what it looks like now.

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Revit OpEd

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Revit OpEd. Welcome to Steve Staffords Blog ~ Revit OpEd = OPinion EDitorial ~ My view of things Revit, both real and imagined. Autodesk has announced a new version of Revit that they are calling LT. Users referred to it as a Revit Lite then and it seems Autodesk agreed with the branding. at 8:36 PM. 7:17 PM.

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CAD Shack

MAY 17, 2013

No matter how fast our machines get, I have yet to have someone say "Revit is too fast"! Well if you are looking for a lot of little ways to speed up Revit, here is a list of things to try. Purge the crap out of all your linked Revit files. Compact your Revit files once a week. Restart Revit every 4 hours.

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Revit OpEd

DECEMBER 15, 2014

It is not uncommon for a new Revit user, that is already familiar with Sketch Up for example, to be a bit surprised that we can''t do routine modeling work while using a perspective view, called a camera view. I liken Revit to having been raised by parents with different beliefs than other software''s parents have.

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Revit OpEd

JULY 10, 2017

I replied to a thread at RFO that asked about Revit 2018 touting support for AutoCAD's GEO Reference feature. All that action did was provide a way for Revit to; originally calculate sun position (and therefore shadows) more believably and more recently to allow for energy analysis estimation to be done. There isn't that I know of.

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BIM & Beam

OCTOBER 4, 2017

BIM 360 Team provides a tool which helps project managers, designers, and engineers better understand design changes across the different versions of a 3D model. Using this tool, users can compare two versions of a Revit file and get the differences being highlighted with color-coding. appeared first on BIM and Beam.

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Modeling Revit BIM Structural Engineering 41

Revit OpEd

MAY 18, 2013

You are probably already familiar with their other book, "Mastering Autodesk Revit Architecture 20##", the bigger brother to Essentials and the "Introducing" book that was discontinued after the 2012 release. The Wiley site for the book tells us: Beginners will get comfortable with Revit''s core features and functions.

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Revit Autodesk Architecture BIM 68

BD+C

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Last year, SSOE Group saved an automotive client more than $250,000 by streamlining how data from the client’s manufacturing structures were gathered, using laser scanning, innovative workflows, and technology that converts point clouds to Revit models that can be imported to structural analysis software.

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Revit OpEd

APRIL 11, 2014

I saw a tweet this morning that said the Revit 2015 Online help is ready to go. I noticed this bit regarding the eTransmit for Revit add-in. New Releases News Plugs Revit 2015 Revit Help Update' If you want to use a custom Assembly Code file you''ll want to make sure you install the update (per Aaron Maller ).

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