BIM & BEAM

Slab Edge Hidden Lines Display

Back in February/March 2008, during our Revit Structure 2008 Beta testing period, there was a discussion among our Beta testers (from different countries) about the slab edge hidden line display. In fact, the standard or culture of displaying slab edge hidden lines on plan could be different from country to country.

For example, many USA companies have a standard to show the inside (or bearing) line to be displayed for slab edges.

However, some other countries users have also told us that their standard is to display both/all lines which is:

I would like to share a technique with you in Revit Structure 2009 of which one of our QA expert Joe Charpentier has explained in the Beta discussion forum an option, to be invoked via the Revit.ini file, that can change the display of hidden lines. Quote:

"By default, the inside (or bearing) line will be displayed for slab edges.

In the official release of Revit Structure 2009, we are providing an option, to be invoked via the Revit.ini file (typically located at C:\Program Files\Revit Structure 2009\Program), that can change the display of hidden lines.  This is similar in behavior to the "Show hidden lines" options for beam families.

Add the following section heading and variable names to the Revit.ini file, if it doesn't exist already:

[Graphics]
HiddenSlabEdge=All

Possible values for HiddenSlabEdge variable:
"All"  - Show all lines from a slab edge
"Itself"  - New default behavior, the "Bearing" or lower edges
"Other" - The edge intersecting with the slab, (Beta 1 and 2 Behavior)
"None" - Show no hidden lines for Slab edges (r2008 behavior)

Note that this is not set for the project, but for the session of Revit.  That is, if you open a file with a certain variable setting, that will not prevent the project from being displayed differently if opened in a different install with a different setting."

Thanks

Wai

STL Exporter for Revit Platform 2009

Create 3D Prints of your Revit 2009 models. As architects and engineers start their digital designs earlier and keep them digital for longer, they want a way to still physically interact with their designs. With the economical availability of 3D printers this has become possible. 3D printed models increasingly serve as a critical part of the design process to study design options and improve communication between project members and owners. The STL Exporter for the Revit 2009 family of products is a proof of concept project that we are working on. It is designed to take a 3D Revit building information model and create an STL file that can be used for 3D Printing. We invite you to take it for a spin and see what you think. We look forward to hearing your feedback.

To Get Started

1. Download the ZIP package that cantinas the installer, installation and user instructions, and a feedback form.
2. Unzip the downloaded ZIP file.
3. Follow the Read Me file to install the STL Exporter.
4. The next time you open Revit 2009 you will see a new option called Export STL under the Tools::External Tools menu.

To Use It

1. Load a model and select a 3D view that you want to use as the bases for your print.
2. Using the instructions in the Read Me file set up your 3D view in the one of the Revit 2009 family of products.
3. Export the model using the command under the Tools::External Tools menu.
4. Make any required changes to the STL file using an STL viewer.
5. Print the STL file using a 3D Printer.
6. Enjoy the fruits of your labor!

Download available at: http://labs.autodesk.com/utilities/revit_stl/term_and_condition/

Nicolas

NEW RISA/Revit Structure 2009 Link Now Available!

Version 7 of the RISA-3D & RISAFloor link with Revit Structure2009 is now available for download. This two-way link is compatible with Revit Structure 2009 and allows you to transfer information seamlessly between Revit Structure 2009 and RISAFloor or RISA-3D.

Visit the RISA website at www.risatech.com/revitstructure to download the new link today!

AutoCAD Structural Detailing

We want to reach out to you as we've heard a lot of great feedback from customers on AutoCAD Structural Detailing and wanted to expand more on the topic of this product.

Let me start out by telling you what it is.

AutoCAD® Structural Detailing software is a powerful solution for detailing and creation of fabrication shop drawings for steel and reinforced concrete structures. Use specific modules for fast and efficient generation of steel connections and shop drawings, dynamic concrete models and concrete drawings, and automatic concrete reinforcement definition and concrete shop drawing generation.

The key thing to note is that it is in metric today. I know that it is a problem for you in the US. The reason why we decided to include it in the box for the US market is that customers told us that they wanted to explore the technologies, the workflows and the integration between Revit Structure and AutoCAD Structural Detailing. Customers saw this as a way to explore additional services as their companies and the industries evolve.

We also wanted to let our customers understand how serious we are about the structural business and the type of investments that we are making. I hope that you better understand where we are taking our product portfolio

A few other things to note: AutoCAD Structural Detailing is Integrated with Revit Structure through the extensions and can also be used a standalone product.

We will also be creating an AUGI forum for this product. We will let you know when it is up and running.

Keep checking our blog for more information on AutoCAD Structural Detailing over the next few weeks as well will provide more detailed usage examples of the product .

Send us your feedback….

Nicolas

Link between Revit Structure and Staad Pro is now available

We are very excited to announce, the very first release of an integration between Revit Structure and Staad Pro.

This integration has been developed by a company called Structural Integrators who is specialized in the development of software to increase the efficiency of structural engineers working with multiple software

The initial release of SI Xchange for Revit Structure (v0.5) is available free to registered members of Structural Integrators. Download Now

Future releases of SI Xchange for Revit Structure will be available for purchase.

For more information and download, please visit http://www.structuralintegrators.com/products/si_xchange.php 

Nicolas

Civil Structure Examples

Hi,

I am looking for project examples of bridges, tunnels, retaining walls, waste water treatments, piers, harbors etc… basically anything that is not a commercial building.

It is important for me that these projects are done with Revit Technologies

Thanks to send me some screen captures at Nicolas.mangon@autodesk.com

Cheers

Operating system requirements for Revit® Structure 2009 and AutoCAD® Revit® Structure Suite 2009 software products

Dear Revit Structure users,

Over the last couple of days, I got several emails from customers/resellers/partners asking about the operating system requirements for Revit® Structure 2009 and AutoCAD® Revit® Structure Suite 2009 software products.  

We have discovered that there is a misprint in the English version DVDs labels. So I would like to clarify in the blog here. Our Autodesk Support team will document this issue in their Support FAQ Knowledge Base very soon: http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=9339357

Also, it is very important to know that our current release of AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 doesn't support and cannot be installed in 64 bit system. Our development team will enhance this capability in the future release only.

Here is the Support FAQ (TS1085506):

"Problem:

There is a misprint about the operating system requirements on the Revit Structure 2009 and AutoCAD Revit Structure Suite 2009 product DVD labels. You want to know the official operating system requirements for each product.

Solution:

Below are the correct and official operating system requirements for the Revit Structure 2009 and AutoCAD Revit Structure Suite 2009 software products:

Revit Structure 2009:
Revit Structure 2009
For Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit) Business, Ultimate, Home Premium;
Windows XP Professional, Home Edition; Tablet PC Edition (SP1, SP2);
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition

AutoCAD Revit Structure Suite 2009:
Revit Structure 2009
For Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit) Business, Ultimate, Home Premium;
Windows XP Professional, Home Edition; Tablet PC Edition (SP1, SP2);
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition

AutoCAD 2009
Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit);
Windows XP Professional, Home Edition (SP2);
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition

AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 (available in English, French, Italian, Polish, Spanish and Russian)
Windows Vista (32-bit);
Windows XP Professional (SP2)"

Thanks

Wai

Autodesk University 2008: Last Call for Great Presenters!

If you’re considering joining our outstanding slate of speakers at Autodesk University 2008, you’ll have to act by April 27th, 2008.

Please submit your presentation proposal(s) online, as soon as possible, at the http://au.autodesk.com/event/speaker_cfp/guidelines/types/

Autodesk University would not be the year’s essential learning and networking event without excellent presentations from experts (like you). Here’s a terrific opportunity for you to help bring success to the design professionals and organizations who rely on our products. Sharing your knowledge of a favorite topic—from ways to fully implement a powerful feature to advice on marketing and solution selling—is one of the most effective ways possible to make our customers more productive.

For more information, or to submit your proposals online—visit the http://au.autodesk.com/event/speaker_cfp/guidelines/types/. Submissions deadline is April 27

Thanks

Wai

Revit Extensions for Revit® Structure 2009 is now live and available in the Subscription Center!

Dear Revit Structure users,

I am very happy to announce that Revit Extensions for Revit® Structure 2009 is now live and available in the Subscription Center http://www.autodesk.com/subscription. For more information about each extension, please visit http://www.extensions4revit.com.

Please also refer to http://bimandbeam.typepad.com/bim_beam/2008/01/worksharing-mon.html to see how to access to the Subscription Center. I am going to show you some screen captures of what you will see:

Once you click on the "Extensions for Revit® 2009 - Full Package", it will lead you to the overview download page. You can then download the Extensions package in there:

In the Revit Extensions for Revit® Structure 2009 full package, in addition of upgrading/improving all the previously available 16 extensions with full functionalities, it also includes 4 new additional extensions such as Reinforcement of Walls, Text Generator, Element Positioning, and Analysis Integration Enabler (CBS Pro).

Here is a summary of what's new:

Framework

Editing

Remove option

Delete objects generated previously with the use of Revit extensions.

Handling multiple information stored in one host object

In the current version, information can be saved in one object for several extensions. For example, a slab object can contain information on parameterization for reinforcement of several openings in the slab.

New Extensions

Reinforcement of Walls

The "Reinforcement of Walls" extension provides powerful facilities to generate reinforcements for structural walls. The module creates 3D "intelligent" rebar data in Revit Structure in a form appropriate for area reinforcement or with use of re-bars.

Text Generator

This extension enables the automatic generation of text notes in Revit Structure. The generation process is based on text inserted into the extension (from a file or directly from the keyboard) and settings defined by the user. The text can be divided according to separators or maximum size. The arrangement of newly created text notes is based on a table scheme. In addition, documents saved in Microsoft® Word format may be read directly.

Elements Positioning

This module creates position labels for selected elements in a Revit Structure project. The extension allows for:

• Collecting elements and dividing them into categories and types
• Sorting elements depending on their vertical and horizontal locations in projects
• Inserting a Mark parameter string with a user-specified position formula
• Adding tags that display the value of the Mark parameter on views selected by the user

Analysis Integration Enabler (CBS Pro)

The "Enabler" facilitates the powerful bi-directional integration of Revit Structure and CBS Pro functionality. Upon installation of the Enabler, you can dynamically import and export data between the two products.

Extension New Features

Reinforcement

Saving Parameters to a File

Save reinforcement parameterization to an external file as a reinforcement template for future use. All reinforcement modules are enabled to take advantage of this feature.

Compare Models

Automatic Graphical Selection

The newest version of extensions offers automatic graphical selection of changed objects detected in a Revit Structure project.

Enjoy,

The Revit Extensions Product Team

Revit® Structure 2009 is NOW LIVE!

Dear Revit Structure users,

I am very happy to announce that the official English version of Revit Structure 2009 (Build 20080321_1900) is NOW LIVE!

A- You can download the application at:

http://www.autodesk.com/revitstructure-downloads

P.S. It is currently available only in English. All the other languages will be available within the next couple of weeks as we are still working on it.

B- You can find and download all the Revit Structure 2009 Documentations and Tutorials at:

http://www.autodesk.com/revitstructure-documentation

P.S. It is currently available only in English. All the other languages will be available within the next couple of weeks as we are still working on it.

C- If needed, you can also find all the Templates and Libraries of different countries at:

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=9262782

P.S. This page is available only in English.

D- The Revit Extensions for Revit Structure 2009 will be available within the next couple of days. Please keep an eye on our Blog and www.extensions4revit.com as I will announce it publicly when it will become available to be downloaded in Autodesk Subscription Center (very soon).

Thanks for your continuing support and please enjoy the new release.

Revit Structure Product Team