Autodesk sponsors Young Architect of the Year 2008
Autodesk has announced that it is the exclusive global software sponsor of the 2008 Young Architect of the Year Awards.
Autodesk & Bentley revolutionise AEC software interoperability
The biggest bane of the CAD industry is proprietary formats and the interoperability issues that they create. Passing data between CAD systems developed by competing software developers has always been hit and miss. As the design data gets more complex, containing more information, for instance as with products that support Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes, the file format issue mushrooms.
Gensler signs global Mail Manager agreement with Oasys
Oasys’ email management software, Mail Manager, has attracted the interest of Gensler, whereby the two firms have entered into a global agreement to provide access to Mail Manager to all of Gensler’s 3,100+ staff in 30 offices around the world.
Z Corp first off the blocks with 3D printing from Revit
At this year’s American Institute of Architects’ 2008 National Convention, Z Corp made the first public demonstration of the STL Exporter for Autodesk’s Revit Building BIM platform. Developed by Autodesk with support from Z Corp, this new software utility lets architects, engineers and designers “3D print” physical models of buildings and projects created in Revit.
Autodesk boosts Extensions to add value to subscriptions
Autodesk has increased the number of Extensions, which are available exclusively for download to Autodesk Subscription customers.
IES launches free Green design tool for Revit
Integrated Environmenal Solutions (IES) has launched VE-Ware, which is a free to download software tool that enables new and existing buildings to have their energy and carbon emissions easily assessed for free.
Ecotect acquisition to enhance Autodesk's green credentials
Autodesk has added to its growing range of Green Building products by announcing the acquisition of substantially all the assets related to the Ecotect software tools for conceptual building performance analysis from both Square One Research Ltd. and Dr. Andrew Marsh.
