BIM & BEAM

New Service Pack for AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 and Web Update 2 for Revit Structure 2009

Dear Autodesk structural users,

We are pleased to announce that our structural product team has just released today the new Service Pack for AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009 as well as the Web Update 2 for Revit Structure 2009.

1) Service Pack for AutoCAD Structural Detailing 2009:

The download is available at: http://www.robobat.com/n/us/501/3

2) Web Update 2 for Revit Structure 2009:

The download is available at: www.autodesk.com/revitstructure-downloads

(NEW) Service Pack technology of Revit Structure 2009 Web Update 2 for English version ONLY:

For the first time, we have implemented the Revit Structure 2009 Web Update 2 with Service Pack technology similar to the AutoCAD based products. This will greatly reduce the effort needed to update the Revit Structure product to the newest build by allowing our users to update their existing installations without having to reinstall Revit Structure.

Due to some technical limitations, the Revit Structure 2009 Web Update 2 Service Pack technology will only be available in English. All localized versions of Web Update 2 will use the previous Full Install method, but we will continue to improve the service pack technology for all languages in the future release of Revit Structure. Also, we are currently working to release the localized Web Update over the next several weeks.

For a list of improvements, please refer to the “Web Update Enhancement List (pdf)” located on the product download pages.

Very Important Readme:

Before you install the Revit Structure 2009 Web Update 2 English Service Pack, please make sure that you read carefully the entire “Service Pack Readme (pdf)” as it will explain how to use the Service Pack as well as its current limitations.

Thank you

Dariusz Kwolek & Wai Chu
Autodesk, Inc.

$$$ On Site Interview with some USA Steel Reinforcement Experts in Sept. 2008

Hi All,

Our structural products team is currently searching for some USA steel reinforcement subject matter experts so that we can do some on site research and interview (3 full days on site interview + 1 day follow-up by phone/email) with them in September 2008 timeframe.

Very important: The ideal candidate should be familiar with other software programs for reinforcement detailing in USA and should have lot of experience in detailing and Reinforced Concrete design, rebar modeling, shop drawing and fabrication drawing generation.

Our team has some budget to pay the candidate for the time he will spend with us for this research and interview.

If interested, please contact wai.chu@autodesk.com and dariusz.kwolek@autodesk.com 

Thank you

Wai Chu + Dariusz Kwolek

Autodesk Structural Products Team

Webcast Series Featuring Revit Structure2009

Register to attend our webcasts featuring Revit Structure 2009!

Revit Structure 2009: Tips and Tricks Register Today >

Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PDT

Revit Structure software uses a single, intelligent model to coordinate all the tasks structural engineers and drafters need to complete during the building design process – from preliminary and schematic design to structural design and analysis to final construction documentation.

Join Autodesk Marketing Manager Scott Hammond and learn about some great tips & tricks for Revit Structure 2009.

Revit Structure Basics e-Learning

Subscription members, as part of your benefits, you can download the following through the Subscription Center or via the Communication Center located in the Info Center within the product. Building Information Modeling This lesson describes building information modeling (BIM). Exploring the User Interface This lesson describes how to use different parts of the Revit Structure user interface. You begin the lesson by learning about the parts of the user interface and the steps to display and hide the tabs on the Design Bar. Next, you learn some recommended practices for exploring the user interface. The lesson concludes with an exercise on exploring the different parts of the user interface of the software. Working with Revit Elements and Families This lesson describes how to work with different types of structural elements and families. You begin the lesson by learning about structural elements and families. Next, you learn some recommended practices for working with them. The lesson concludes with an exercise on working with structural elements and families. Working with Views This lesson describes how to work with the different views listed in the Project Browser. You begin the lesson by learning about views and the use of view parameters. Then, you learn about the steps for creating a dependent view and some recommended practices for working with views. The lesson concludes with an exercise on exploring and creating views. Controlling Object Visibility This lesson describes how to control the visibility and graphical representation of objects in a structural model. You begin the lesson by learning about controlling object visibility and graphical representation. Then, you learn the steps to modify line styles to control object visibility and use filters. Next, you learn some recommended practices for controlling object visibility. The lesson concludes with an exercise on controlling object visibility. Working with Elevation and Section Views This lesson describes how to work with elevation and section views. You begin the lesson by learning about elevation and section views. Next, you learn the steps to control the visibility of elevation and section tags. You also learn some recommended practices for creating elevation and section views. The lesson concludes with an exercise on working with elevation and section views. Working with 3D Views This lesson describes how to work with 3D views. You begin the lesson by learning about 3D views and cameras and how to navigate through a 3D view. Next, you learn the steps to create and modify 3D views and change the material properties of elements in a 3D view. You also learn about some recommended practices for working with 3D views. The lesson concludes with an exercise on working with 3D views.

Starting a Project This lesson describes how to set up a project and transfer standards between projects. A project is the database of information for the design of a building model. It includes the entire structural design and the associated documentation. You set up a project before you start creating a building model. You also need to learn how to organize your content on levels, load in content families, and set up annotations to match company standards. All these requirements can be met by setting up template files. Adding and Modifying Levels This lesson describes how to add and modify levels in a structural model. Levels are finite horizontal planes that act as references in a structural model for level-hosted elements such as roofs and floors. You can also use levels to define the vertical extents of walls and the vertical placement of elements such as beams and columns. Creating and Modifying Grids This lesson describes how to add and modify grids. Grids form the basic framework in a structural model. Grid lines are displayed on structural plans specifically for locating columns and beams. Working with Structural Columns This lesson describes how to work with structural columns. Structural columns are load-bearing elements having type and instance parameters. Before adding columns in a structural plan, you create a grid. You then add structural columns relative to grid intersections. By default, only a few column sizes are loaded into a project. For additional column sizes, you can load columns from the structural column libraries to the project template. You can create new structural column types by duplicating an existing column type and specifying the dimensions and other parameters. Working with Structural Walls This lesson describes how to create new wall types, create structural walls in a plan view, and add footings and pilasters. Structural walls resist gravity and seismic forces and are designed and scheduled accordingly. During the design phase, you add structural walls to the structural model that act as placeholders for the height and width of actual walls. You can modify predefined structural walls or use them as templates to create new custom wall types. After creating structural walls, you add footings and pilasters at the base of the walls to provide support. You can also create stepped walls and stepped footings by placing individual walls, each with its top and base elevation set based on the requirements. Adding Floor Framing This lesson describes how to add floor framing to a structural model by adding beams. Floor framing is a collection of elements such as girders and beams that support a floor system. Floor framing is generally supported primarily by framing members such as walls and columns. Beams are floor framing elements that form the primary support structure for the floor. In certain projects, you need to use beam webs or flanges to represent openings in a structural model. These openings allow passage of ducts, pipes, or other construction elements.

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3DPrint: How cool is that?

This is an example from the UK that Gemunu Nanayakkara (from Faber Maunsell Ltd) just sent me

If you have examples that you want to share please contact me at Nicolas.mangon@autodesk.com

3D Printing Example from Walter P Moore

Here are a few 3D printing examples from our good friend David Harrington from Walter P Moore

Nicolas

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

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