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Powerful Automated Civil 3D Workflows with These 5 Tips

June 14, 2023
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Automate Your Civil 3D Workflows with These 5 Tips

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Civil 3D is a powerful software for civil engineering design. It offers a wide range of features for drafting, modeling, and analysis. However, even with all of its features, it can be a time-consuming software to use. This is where automation comes in. Automation can help you save time and improve your productivity.

There are a number of automation tools available. These tools can be used to automate repetitive tasks, such as creating and updating drawings, generating reports, and performing calculations.

In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most popular automation tools and how to use these tools to improve your productivity.

Lisp Routines

Lisp routines are one of the oldest and most popular automation tools. Lisp is a programming language that can be used to create custom commands and functions. Lisp routines can be used to automate almost any task in Civil 3D.

To use Lisp routines, you will need to learn the Lisp programming language. There are many resources available to help you learn Lisp. Once you have learned the basics of Lisp, you can start writing your own Lisp routines.

Visual Basic

Visual Basic is another popular automation tool. Visual Basic is a more powerful programming language than Lisp. This makes it possible to create more complex automation tasks with Visual Basic.

To use Visual Basic, you will need to learn the Visual Basic programming language. There are many resources available to help you learn Visual Basic. Once you have learned the basics of Visual Basic, you can start writing your own Visual Basic macros.

Dynamo for Civil 3D

Dynamo is a new automation tool for Civil 3D. Dynamo is a visual programming language that uses a drag-and-drop interface. This makes it easy to create automation tasks without having to learn a programming language.

To use Dynamo, you will need to install the Dynamo add-in. Once you have installed the add-in, you can start creating your own Dynamo scripts.

Civil 3D API

The API provides a way to automate tasks by writing code that interacts with the software. This code can be written in a variety of programming languages, such as Visual Basic, Python, or C#.

There are many benefits to automating tasks in with the API. These include:

  • Increased productivity: Automation can free up engineers’ time so they can focus on more creative and strategic aspects of their work.
  • Reduced errors: Automation can help to reduce errors by eliminating the need for manual input.
  • Improved consistency: Automation can help to ensure that tasks are performed consistently, regardless of who is doing them.
  • Enhanced collaboration: Automation can make it easier for engineers to collaborate on projects by providing a way to share code and data.

If you are interested in automating tasks with the API, there are a few resources that can help you get started. The Autodesk Developer Network (ADN) provides documentation, tutorials, and sample code for the API. There are also a number of third-party tools that can help you automate tasks as well.

Getting Started

The first step to automating tasks with the API is to create a development environment. This can be done on a personal computer or on a server. Once you have created a development environment, you will need to install the Autodesk ObjectARX SDK. This SDK provides the tools and libraries you need to write code that interacts with Civil 3D.

After you have installed the Autodesk ObjectARX SDK, you can start writing code that automates tasks in Civil 3D. The ADN provides documentation and tutorials that can help you get started. There are also a number of third-party tools that can help you automate tasks in Civil 3D.

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Harnessing the Power of Autodesk Platform Services

Autodesk Platform Services (aka Forge) are a set of cloud-based services that can be used to automate Civil 3D tasks. Autodesk Platform Services include a number of features, such as:

  • The ability to automate tasks using a web browser
  • The ability to store and share data with other users
  • The ability to collaborate on projects with other users

To use Autodesk Platform Services, you will need to create an Autodesk account. Once you have created an account, you can start using the services.

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Design Automation with Inventor: Boosting Efficiency and Productivity

May 24, 2023
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Design Automation with Inventor: Boosting Efficiency and Productivity

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In today’s fast-paced world, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to streamline their design processes and enhance productivity. One such solution is design automation, which empowers engineers and designers to automate repetitive tasks and focus on more complex aspects of their projects. In this blog, we will delve into the world of design automation with Autodesk Inventor, exploring the utilisation of iLogic, macros, the Inventor API, and Forge Design Automation. Let’s embark on this journey towards increased efficiency and productivity!

Leveraging iLogic for Design Automation

iLogic is a powerful feature integrated into Autodesk Inventor that allows users to automate design processes by defining rules and logic. By creating iLogic rules, designers can automate repetitive tasks, customise designs based on specific parameters, and streamline the overall design workflow. This section will discuss the fundamentals of iLogic, provide practical examples, and showcase its potential for design automation.

Streamlining Design with Macros

Macros offer another excellent way to automate design processes in Autodesk Inventor. A macro is a script or set of commands that can be executed to perform repetitive tasks automatically. With macros, designers can automate complex sequences of actions, such as generating parts, assemblies, or drawings, significantly reducing the time and effort required. This section will explore the basics of using macros, highlight their benefits, and provide code examples for practical implementation.

Extending Functionality with the Inventor API

The Inventor API (Application Programming Interface) provides developers with a powerful toolset to extend the capabilities of Autodesk Inventor. By utilizing the API, designers can create custom applications, add-ins, and scripts that automate specific design tasks or enhance existing functionalities. This section will introduce the Inventor API, discuss its key features, and demonstrate how it can be leveraged to automate repetitive design processes effectively.

Harnessing the Power of Autodesk Platform Services

Autodesk Platform Services (aka Forge) is a cloud-based platform that enables the automation of design and engineering workflows at scale. By integrating Forge Design Automation with Autodesk Inventor, businesses can automate time-consuming tasks, reduce manual errors, and improve collaboration among teams. This section will provide an overview of Forge Design Automation, discuss its benefits, and explore real-world examples of how it can enhance design automation processes.

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Revit Architecture and MEP Workflows with Simulation, CFD Dynamo and Autodesk Rendering

May 26, 2022
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combining Revit, dynamo, simulation cfd and Autodesk cloud rendering
combining Revit, dynamo, simulation cfd and Autodesk cloud rendering

Revit Architecture and MEP Workflows

Building and Internal Airflow Analysis using Revit, Simulation CFD, Dynamo and Autodesk Cloud Rendering

We all need to collaborate better and a picture speaks a thousands words. Typically BIM collaboration has largely been done by linking in Architectural, MEP and Structural models but when you combine BIM models and computational fluid dynamic analysis, the results are limitless as the video below illustrates how Architects, MEP designers and Engineers can collaborate better through Autodesk Revit.

Autodesk Revit to Simulation CFD

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Once the Revit model has been shared with the Engineer and they have completed their analysis, results can be exported to a spreadsheet.

Until recently, there’s been no way of importing those results into Revit to coordinate CFD analysis with a BIM model, however, through Dynamo visual scripting we are able to bridge the gap between excel data and BIM modelling.

Sending CFD Results as Models to Revit via Dynamo

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Dynamo is a visual scripting language that has suport for a wide range of formats and in this scenario we imported CFD coordinate data and positioned them correctly to be able to visualise results with the BIM model, to coordinate with various stakeholders to make better design choices.

Autodesk Cloud Rendering

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Using the Autodesk Cloud Rendering service, a panorama render can be processed in the cloud and shared amongst non-CAD users and either using a browser, the recipient of the file can view in 360 the impacts of the design and the airflow behaviour.

Optionally, you can be immersed into a virtual reality environment using any popular VR headset and device.

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AEC Collection + Simulation CFD

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Apart from Autodesk Simulation CFD, Revit, Dynamo and Autodesk Rendering is available through your AEC Collection, however, there may be additional fees for high-quality renders through Autodesk Rendering service utilising cloud credits.

 

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Automate Inventor models drawings and iproperties

May 20, 2022
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Autodesk Inventor iLogic design automation services and training
Autodesk Inventor iLogic design automation services and training

Automate Inventor models, drawings and iproperties

Are your Inventor models and metadata same but different?

Use iLogic to save time on repetitive design and admin in Inventor.

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Design Consulting can automate your Inventor models and drawings and/or provide iLogic training.

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Models

Automate part and assembly design

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2D Drawings

Automate Sheets, Views and Annotations

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Materials

Automate material/appearance assignment

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iProperties

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