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Why use CAD or AutoCAD for Civil engineering design and drafting

Richard — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 12:37:58 +0000

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Civil Engineers design and develop modern home and commercial buildings. They design building models and implement those using resources and technologies. Presently, designs are created digitally using computer-aided design (CAD) softwares. CAD drafting has made a civil Engineers job easier and simpler which was much more complex earlier when done manually. CAD softwares such as AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, etc have become an integral part of the industry. In the future advanced and creative features should make CAD softwares more functional and a complete product to fulfill raising expectations and the needs of this industry. All through the years CAD softwares have always been evolving which resulted in lesser designing time and easier drafting process for the Engineers. Automated CAD drafting creates high-quality designs accurately and faster. The Engineer can analyze the project model, and the changes can be incorporated in design easily, saving a lot of time and money. The functionality of the softwares can be enhanced by integrating it with other useful applications. These advantages of the CAD softwares increase the efficiency of drafting to a great amount. But, CAD softwares also have demerits as it is expensive and training is very essential for AutoCAD drafting. The civil Engineer can design 2D or 3D building model. 3D modeling compared to 2D drafting is much advanced as it creates more complex objects. AutoCAD 3D softwares are based on solid and parametric modeling, and older wireframe technique. The solid modeling creates basic solid structures. They have limited motion and lack intelligent features. Modern 3D parametric modeling defines other models using advanced geometric features. It employs transmigration operation with which the design can be changed any where. These changes affect other design parts and have to be adjusted accordingly. Therefore, the original design indent becomes important while drafting to avoid corrections and changes in the design. But this problem can be eliminated by explicit modelers. 3D modeling has greater advantages over 2D drafting. 3D designs are faster and of high quality. The rendering aids help to produce a photorealistic, dynamic and accurate design. Manipulations in the 3D design can be done instantly. With 2D design the visualization is difficult, and there is always a possibility of error in the output. In spite of all these shortcomings, 2D CAD softwares are still used in the field of Civil engineering. For any queries related to Civil CAD drafting and structural design related services email us at info@outsourcestructuraldrafting.com

Animating a 3D Model

John Enrique Arturo — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:37:13 +0000

By John Enrique Arturo

Unlike movies that consist of many frames, 3D models cannot be animated by using the typical amount of frames per second which our eye attributes as blurring and creates on stable image – such as frames per second becoming the movies that we are used to seeing on a daily basis. Creating a 3D model that is to be used for animation is significantly different than creating a 3D model that will not be animated.

Creating a model for animation means that less attention will be paid to the background of the 3D model. Focus is going to be on what is moving within the scene, and this is the 3D model.

Using smaller textures within the shell of the model will mean less time rendering the model. Smaller textures are easier to translate and easier to convert. Throughout the rendering process, the model will be placed upon an axis in the scene that the model is to be placed – upon this axis the model will be turned each necessary way to interact with the scene. These smaller textures become easier to manipulate, as well as convert to digital media.

Animating 3D models consists of rendering, but specially includes additional blurring; this motion blur is also referred to as creative blurring. It allows us to perceive that the model has moved, but in reality – the model has remained within the same place throughout the scene.
To create these organic models, such as characters within an animated film, NURBs modeling is the preference of many, as the curved appearances on the shell can be easier to create but it is truly a matter of personal preference to the designer.
Animation of 3D models has brought us forward in technology and animations that we have come to know and love and allows us to use it as a valuable teaching tool in medical schools throughout the country.

The Importance of a Storyboard in 3D Modeling Animation

3-D modeling animation is a detailed process that begins with an idea, and is developed through a series of steps that ensure thorough and precise translation from mind to visualization. The most important part of this process is to have a storyboard prior to undergoing the production of the full video presentation. This is used during all three of the production stages; pre-production, production, and post production, and is a vital tool in creating a flowing moving animation.

The storyboard consists of a series of diagrams that show sketches of the video image, brief descriptions of the visuals that are to be implemented, notes for the camera operator and crew, and details of the audio that is to be associated with the visual presentation. When used correctly, the storyboard becomes a valuable reference to guide the crew through the production and post production stages. The goals are then unified, and there is less confusion in the process, resulting in a smoother transition from idea to reality.

The storyboard becomes the basis of the video or short animation that is being created. It provides a map for the project and way to measure the progress. There are thousands of storyboards created, even for the shortest of animation. The storyboard is an integral part of the animation process and dictates how the character is going to move within and interact with the surrounding scene.
With a storyboard, the production team is able to work with the ideas, and make changes while not disrupting the project as a whole. The storyboard is most commonly drawn out in card format with numbered pages so that it is easier to flip through the entire animation map without having to backtrack. More than any other tool, the storyboard is always considered the life-saver when it comes to video animation.

The Important of Light in the Animation of 3D Models

As we are aware in our daily lives – light gives an object, or a room – life! The lighting of 3D models has two purposes. One, light produces a shadow which causes the 3D model to appear to be anchored to the ground and two, it adds depth to the model through the use of advanced shading techniques. These two uses for the shadow are one of the main differences between two and three dimensional 3D models.

Shading occurs in a 3D model when light is shone from one side of the object or one when the light that is shed is brighter on one side than the other. The intensity of the light shone on the object can even change the look of the 3D model. This is evident in comparisons seen in many textbook 3D model creation processes, a model without a shadow appears two dimensional in form, and shadows are one of the most important aspects in the creation process of a 3D model.

Shadows are also created with light, and as long as the 3D model is solid, than a shadow will occur. Solid models can be created to cast realistic shadows, depending on the angle that the light is exposed to the 3D model.

How are shadows created? Shadows are created within the software program and can be adjusted to look as realistic as possible. Different intensities of light can be formed to mimic different types of shadows – just as, different techniques can be used to manipulate these shadows.

What are the benefits of shadowing? Shadowing is one of the tricks that allow the viewer to form a realistic connection with the mode, while it locks it to the ground and gives it depth; it gains creditability as a moving, living, breathing object.

It is these shadows and shading cause 3D models to appear lifelike. The light angles can be manipulated into creating different percent of the 3D model within our minds.

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Steps For a 3D Render

Beno Goldfarb — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:33:34 +0000

Software Model: AutoCAD & 3ds max; Texturing & rendering: 3ds max plus V-Ray Advanced; Post Processing: Photoshop

Modeling: The entire building was modeled in AutoCAD, except the spiders, text on the glass, ivy and long grass.

The spiders and text on the glass were both modeled in 3ds max using common commands. For the long grass I used 3ds max fur based hair on a common plane applying soft selection and some noise. The Ivy was made with the Gwivi plugin form guruware

Textures: Most materials are V-Ray materials but in some cases I used a V-Ray blend material like for the oxide on the walls or the floor with the flower drawing. This allowed me to handle different reflection types for different wall or floor components. Light objects are planes with a V-Ray light material assigned, with high multiplers. The glass was made with white refraction, 40% reflection, and some light green fog (0,1), and a noise map on bump to distort reflections. – All materials have reflections, from minimal reflections on walls (fresnel 10% with 0,5 glossiness) to steel parts (with 90% and 0,95 glossiness) On floor tiles, I used three multi sub object material in order to give three different looks with randomized color difference (RGB levels) and randomized coordinates to avoid the tiling. p4-camera There is a V-Ray physical camera with color balance adjusted to provide some light cyan color. The shutter speed is set to 5 and f-stop to 4. It is also a vertical shift correction without vignette, I prefer do it in Photoshop later.

Lights Illumination of the scene is solved with: Environment: V-Ray sky (very strong) and a direct light (sun, with multiplier of 4, warm orange color) in front of the camera. V-Ray lights on each light emitter (Approx. 30 lights, most with a yellow color with the exception of the lights on the first floor which are a more orange. All lights are set with affect diffuse and specular, and invisible, because the light emitters already have a V-Ray light material.

Rendering Settings: The render was done using the V-Ray plugin using an irradiance map with medium quality for global illumination. The light cache was set to 1200 for primary and secondary bounces. The final render was 3000 pixels which was more than enough. The antialiasing filter was Michel Netravali (good sharpen and lower noise) with adaptative QMC, set to min 3 max 10. The subdivisions threshold was set to 0,005. Color mapping was set linear, at 1,1,1.5 gamma to get more illumination in thegrey areas.

I realize this is not a linear workflow, but this gives me the best resolution in the situation.

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Architectural Rendering Training

Alison Cole — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:11:18 +0000

By Alison Cole

Architectural rendering is the art of creating a two-dimensional image of a projected architectural design, which can help architects and architecture students to see the building they are about to build before construction even begins. Traditionally, architectural rendering was done by hand, but now architects and students prefer using computer-assisted architectural rendering. This is because doing so provides them with a 3D image of a structure that is very realistic and allows them to make the modifications using their computers without having to do everything all over again. However, using computer-assisted architectural rendering requires that people undergo training so that they can effectively use the the software. The good news is that most schools include this training in their curriculum, so architects can always avail themselves of the training from a number of sources an, example of which is the Internet.

Online architectural rendering training

With regard to online education, one of the best things available online is computer training. Apart from the fact that you are already using the media that you wish to get further education on, learning new skills can be very easy. Evidence to this are the numerous online degrees in computer studies that are offered on the Internet. However, online education can also be used in other fields of studies because the training is readily available online, especially from architectural schools that want to teach computer-assisted architectural rendering skills to their students and to architects as well.

One of the biggest advantages to getting training online is that you can do it at your own speed and your own time, which can make learning more effective. In addition to this, online training is also usually shorter than traditional training in classrooms because online training allows for one-on-one teaching, which can make learning faster. For architects, this is very important because, given the competition among architects in the market, being equipped with the necessary skills will give them an edge and open more opportunities for the architect faster.

For architects and architecture students, computer-assisted architectural rendering provides numerous benefits. However, using computer-assisted architectural rendering requires that people get the necessary training so that they can effectively use the software. Fortunately, this kind of training is readily available from a number of sources, which includes the Internet, which provides the necessary training as well as other benefits.

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New Way of Creating AutoCAD Drawings

Jos van Doorn — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:36:38 +0000

You can sue this way. If you’re creating 2D drawings and 3D drawings. If you follow this way, you’re saving
a lot of time.

The new way of creating auto-CAD drawings is all about creating a 3D drawing first and then using that drawing to create your 2D drawing.

In this course is explained how it is done. More. There is even explained how you can add dimensions to your 2D drawing.

Let’s make a good start. We start with creating a 3D drawing. It’s going to be a simple drawing. But that

doesn’t matter.

We open AutoCAD. We start with a new drawing. We draw a rectangle. The size of the rectangle is 200 by 100. And we draw a circle.

The comes is drawn in the left side of the rectangle. The diameter of the circle is 100. It fits nicely in
the rectangle.

This is the base of the 3D drawing. Let’s extrude the rectangle and the circle. We give them a height of 50.
And a taper angel of zero.

We now have two 3D objects. Let’s make one 3D object. We use the UNION command. You know that command. You know what to do.

To see the 3D model clearly we go to a 3D view of the drawing. Next we save the drawing. Give it the name 3D drawing.

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Mastering AutoCAD 2008 and AutoCAD LT 2008

Harris Cheung — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:18:20 +0000

The World’s Bestselling AutoCAD Resource Fully Updated for 2008.There’s a reason why Mastering AutoCAD is so popular year after year. Loaded with concise explanations, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects, this comprehensive reference and tutorial from award-winning author George Omura has everything you need to become an AutoCAD expert. If you’re new to AutoCAD, the tutorials will help you build your skills right away. If you’re an AutoCAD veteran, Omura’s in-depth explanations of the latest and most advanced features, including the exciting annotation, notes, and layer properties features, will turn you into an AutoCAD pro. Whatever your experience level and however you use AutoCAD, you’ll refer to this indispensable reference again and again. Coverage includes: *Creating and developing AutoCAD drawings *Drawing curves and applying solid fills *Effectively using hatches, fields, and tables *Manipulating dynamic blocks and attributes *Linking drawings to databases and spreadsheets *Rendering realistic interior views with natural lighting *Giving a hand-drawn look to 3D views *Presenting 3D models with cutaway and x-ray views *Making spiral forms with the Helix and Sweep tools *Exploring your model in real time with the Walk and Fly tools *Adding hyperlinks to drawings *Converting multiple layer settings and other layer translator options *Master the New Text and Table Features *Explore the Layer Manager Enhancements *Annotate, Secure, and Authenticate Files *Track Your Projects with the Sheet Set Manager *Publish Drawings over the Internet and eTransmit Your Files *Customize the New Dashboard and Control Panel (http://www.freecadebook.co.cc/)

Drill Control Horizontal Directional Drilling

Peter — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:08:17 +0000

Drill Control is a powerful AutoCAD Civil 3D based application which supports the entire process of Horizontal Directional Drilling: Engineering, Operation and Delivery.

Drill Control is the ultimate solution for Contractors, Engineering offices and Utility companies who deal with Horizontal Directional Drilling and comes in two modules: Design en Operations.

Drill Control provides automatic calculation of optimum vertical and horizontal drill path, fully automatic dimensioning, creating As-built drawings by importing Operational output data… and much more!

Drill Control advantages: – Up to 90% faster creation and editing of Design Drawings

- Report of design parameters for use in stress analysis software

- Up to 95% faster dimensioning

- Fully optimized preparation of your Drillings, ruling out potential problems during Drilling Operations as much as possible

- Up to 90% faster creation of As-built drawings

- Fast response times to (potential) customers

- Professional drawings of high and constant quality, resulting in a strong company-imago and increased order potential

Design module – Highlights: – Efficient parametric design of a horizontal directional drilling

- Automatic calculation and generation of a realistic drilling line with both vertical and horizontal steering

- Intelligent link between topology and multiple cross-section views

- Fast and easy modification of planned drillings

- Full report of drill path dimensions, curvature and soil load for input in stress analysis software

- Automatic generation of dimension pattern in cross-section views with regard to Entry point, Reference point, Water level, Ground surface, etc.

Operations module – Highlights: – Bi-directional interface between AutoCAD and Electronic Guidance System

- Bi-directional interface between AutoCAD and Excel Drill Report

- Fully automated generation of As built drawing, based on Operational output data from both Electronic Guidance System and Walkover system

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What is AutoCAD Modeling and What Are the Benefits of It?

Prahlad — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:05:54 +0000

AutoCAD modeling is popular in designer community to generate elaborate computerized models of objects prior to actual production. AutoCAD is more advanced 3D tool that allows for greater 3D (three dimensional) modeling and investigation of models with high-quality and fast-moving renderings. Architects, Engineers and even artists use desktop computers to assist in their design projects. Programs like AutoCAD allows user to visualize their designs and deal with problems before they spend any of the resources required to realize them into physical form.

AutoCAD modeling takes various forms depending on the nature of project. AutoCAD program generates models as simple 2D (two-dimensional) illustrations of different views of an object or as elaborate 3D (three-dimensional) cross-sections that display each information in detailed graph. Some AutoCAD models are even animated, showing how all of the members of the model work together to accomplish its function.

Whether your engineering design process is simple or complex, AutoCAD modeling can significantly increases efficiency and speed of design work. First, a general idea is pondered to solve a specific problem. Next, CAD modeling is used to work out the particulars of the model’s design. At one time, this step would have required several drafters making dozens of sketches and diagrams until a perfect model could be created. Now, a single CAD file can be made, edited, and continually tweaked until the object is ready for production!

Today 3D AutoCAD Models are being extensively used by numerous engineering verticals such as Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, etc. The use of AutoCAD modeling is extremely widespread; anything from stairs to high-rise buildings can be designed with the aid of AutoCAD program. Typically, one AutoCAD modeler can easily substitute several pen-and-paper drafters. AutoCAD software, however, can be very pricey. Also, training AutoCAD designers can also be expensive. Therefore, property developers, manufacturers and structural engineers prefer to outsource AutoCAD Modeling related work to offshore AutoCAD service provider companies to save on infrastructure and human resource costs!

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The Brilliance of Modern AutoCAD Technology

Billings — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:58:36 +0000

Modern technology has continued advancing everyday since its major boom in the 1980’s. The autoCAD, computer aided design programming, in of itself has evolved immensely to benefit many professions worldwide, resulting in the everyday enjoyment of people as a public as well.

In the late 70’s and very early 80’s, software for computer aided design was very limited. Because it typically required massive amounts of power, it could only be used in powerful gigantic computers. Also, its capabilities were limited to drawing up mostly simple lines, circles, and text overlays. Without the ability of this program to be offered with any computer, plans for buildings, public spaces, and new products still needed to be drawn up by hand for the most part.

AutoCAD pioneered the evolution of using CAD programs on your own personal computer. It started out in simple terms, but still saving designers a lot of time as they no longer needed to wait to work at larger workstations or draw up plans mostly by hand. As time went on, AutoCAD optimized the ability for its program to use more vigorous custom object features, and as of a few years ago, it can now handle 3D modeling capabilities.

There are now more specific AutoCAD programs for architecture, electrical, and Civil 3D. But with this extensive capability of technology, not everybody in engineering or design professions are up to date with their fullest options. Fortunately, there are AutoCAD professionals who remain ready to optimize solutions and continue programming it for you. By seeking out a respectable AutoCAD optimization programmer who loves what they do and can program in multiple languages, you can benefit your engineering capabilities and the public as a whole.

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CAD Drafting Software and AutoCAD: Strange Writing on the Wall

Lucky Balaraman — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 05:07:18 +0000

~~~ About Autodesk and AutoCAD ~~~

For many years now, the CAD drafting software industry has been dominated by the a single piece of outstanding software: AutoCAD.

AutoCAD is a CAD platform designed by Autodesk, Inc, and arguably the most-used (and most respected) program of its kind. AutoCAD is used to make a computer draw two and three-dimensional technical drawings such as those used in building construction and product manufacturing.

AutoCAD has been steadily evolving over the years to be seamlessly compatible with the rest of the software universe. For instance, in its latest version, drafting team members scattered over the globe can collaborate effortlessly over the Internet.

~~~ AutoCAD and Competition ~~~

In the domain of 2D and 3D drafting, AutoCAD is miles ahead of any competition. Rival programs have less than 50% of its drafting commands. Most importantly, competing platforms hang when file size exceeds a few megabytes, often corrupting the data file in the process.

For many years, Autodesk exploited the technical superiority of AutoCAD by charging in excess of $3,000 for a single-seat license. The product was so good that users are known to have taken bank loans to purchase sufficient licenses.

~~~ Recent Events ~~~

Strange things have happened recently:

(1) Autodesk purchased Alias, a company specialized in, among other things, high-end animation software, ‘Maya’ being its flagship platform in that area

(2) Autodesk crashed the price of AutoCAD by EIGHTY PERCENT in Asia

(3) AutoCAD has begun downplaying AutoCAD 2D usage in its press releases

~~~ What do These Events Foretell? ~~~

We strongly believe that AutoCAD will lower the priority of its 2D CAD drafting software development. Instead, it will devote more resources to animation software development.

Animation is used by two main market segments: their existing architectural/engineering customer base and the media/entertainment segment.

Our intuition tells us that Autodesk has got the heady scent of cash wafting in from the future, and that the source of the fragrance is the second segment: media/entertainment.

The potential profits from this area are likely to be several times those from the first segment and Autodesk will, in effect, soon be moving from downtown San Francisco to a premium spot in heaven.

~~~ What Does This Imply For the Cad Drafting Marketplace? ~~~

Expect Autodesk to be less and less interested in 2D drafting and to at one point make its sophisticated 2D drafting application, AutoCAD-LT… AVAILABLE FOR FREE.

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Software Review: CADnection links AutoCAD to SharePoint

Robert — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:37:59 +0000

Many corporations use Microsoft SharePoint Server as a way to exchange, manage, and collaborate on Microsoft Office documents throughout the organization.

But because the information repository is geared towards the business software, it provides no effective way to handle AutoCAD engineering data during design projects. Fortunately, the CADnection program solves this problem, letting users incorporate AutoCAD drawings and reference files into SharePoint managed workflows.

Installing CADnection requires standard IT administrator experience and should take less than a few hours to complete. However, it is good practice to have an experienced SharePoint administrator on hand to establish new workflow processes in SharePoint after CADnection is installed.

Once in place, CADnection works inside AutoCAD, providing designers a menu with tools to manage, maintain, share, and control critical design data. For example, clicking the Save Drawing to SharePoint button saves the file into the repository and ensures data integrity by rebuilding drawing relationships and mapping attributes in the drawingâ€™s title block.

CADnection additionally lets users activate SharePointâ€™s search capabilities to review data on the server, retrieve drawings, and even locate text information in drawings. The program also makes it easy to reuse existing data without losing track of related files. Designers need only insert blocks of design data directly into a new drawing or use the Attach command to create an XREF (external reference) file that then appears in the File References panel.

Whatâ€™s more, users can generate DWF files so anyone on the team can see drawings inside SharePoint for fast visual identification. (DWF stands for Design Web Format and is Autodeskâ€™s lightweight CAD format.) CADnection also facilitates the use of Design Review with SharePoint to enhance multisite collaboration and workflow processing. This function is vital for many companies with dispersed or outsourced design and manufacturing operations.

Despite CADnectionâ€™s many capabilities, a downside is that the software does not support bulk loading. This means that companies must spend additional time and money to process data into and out of SharePoint, for example, while transforming DWG to DWF files. In addition, the loading process stalls with any potential file duplication. These tasks currently require manual input before processing.

The developer provides immediate telephone support for new customers, ongoing free telephone support, and free upgrades under the maintenance contract. The software also comes with a comprehensive digital (PDF) installation and maintenance guide.

CADnection requires Windows XP and Vista-based clients with Windows Server 2003 and SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007.

The software comes from CADnection Inc., 1592 North Batavia, Building One, Orange, CA 92867, (877) 887-7833. The website is www.CADnection.com.

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Collaborate AutoCAD Files to Boost Business Efficiency

Alice Lane — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:05:59 +0000

With a shaky economy worldwide, companies are striving to boost productivity and remain competitive. As international markets decline, improved efficiency makes it possible to realize profits as others struggle to remain afloat. Software to collaborate AutoCAD files is a simple, effective way to streamline business procedures for maximum returns. Workers collaborate on projects without delay to increase the company’s bottom line.

Modern companies are different from the corporations of yesterday. In decades gone by, everyone worked in one office between the hours of 9 and 5. Schedules were rigid and everyone was expected to be at their desks. As businesses grew and railroads were built, large corporations had their offices in main headquarters and opened smaller offices throughout the country or world. Communication became more challenging as businesses expanded. Updated telephone systems were introduced. Computers became part of offices everywhere throughout the 1980s and employees learned to work on the World Wide Web.

By the 1990s, everyone was online and realizing the benefits of communicating through the Internet. Computers were connected through in-office and external office networks. Because of Internet and computer networks, businesses and workers had more flexibility. Collaborating without speaking or seeing one another was a fast, easy way to get work done from anywhere in the world at any time of the day or evening.

Not just a fancy typewriter, computers were able to generate complex house plans, engineering reports and drawings of all kinds. Computer aided design (CAD) was developed for personal computers in the late 1980s. CAD uses computer technology to aid in designing, drafting and technical specifications of all kinds. Different CAD systems are used for various types of work depending on the profession of the user. Projects are shared through online autocad files so people can work together no matter where they are located.

Affordable CAD programs changed the face of drafting. Productivity increased as CAD operators were able to do the work of up to five drafters working traditionally. Engineers learned CAD programs and started to do their own drafting. Technological advances in the beginning were expensive and often only available to large corporations with the financial resources to pay for them. Modern software applications make it possible for businesses of all sizes to increase their productivity on multiple CAD platforms.

Single host cad file management keeps track of all AutoCAD files from a single central platform. Without delays or installations, workers collaborate on projects immediately. Searching, revising and reviewing is done without interruption or leaving the office. Workers can be in the same building or located across the globe and work together on projects without losing time. Instead of scheduling meetings, booking conference rooms or depending on snail mail, everyone gets the job done immediately. Ideas flow freely, productivity increases and businesses become more competitive during difficult economic times with the right software.

Phase 2 International offers ShareCAD, an effective way to collaborate autocad files and boost productivity. This clientless application manages online autocad files from a centralized platform. This host cad file management is available individually or bundled with ShareMeeting for maximum efficiency and productivity.

Architectural Rendering and Visualization

Rohini Sood — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:29:06 +0000

Architectural CAD Drawing literally means architectural drawings on Computer in digital format. This finds application for residential, commercial projects, floor design, elevations, 2D and 3D presentation drawings. These drawings and documents cater to realtors, owners, consultants, engineers and contractors. CAD (Computer Aided Design) is primarily used for architectural and structural drafting services.

Full Architectural CAD services would include working on existing, new build developments and planning applications. The services also cater to:

1. Architectural layout & landscaping CAD drawings

2. Floor plan

3. Expertise in elevations roof and foundation plans

4. Space plan CAD drawings

5. Furniture CAD drawings

6. Reflected ceiling plans

7. Evacuation CAD plans

8. Sanitation & piping plan

9. Architectural sections

10. Detailed architectural working CAD drawings

11. HVAC drafting

12. Sewerage & drainage plans

Why use architectural rendering solutions? Presenting your project or product in visually appealing form gives you an edge over other artistic mediums. Clients rely on the final product so why not present your product with a 3D rendering, animation or walkthroughs. 3D Rendering and walkthroughs are becoming increasingly important selling concepts in the world of architectural design. Would you like to take a look at your newly constructed office building without being physical present on the location? Would you also like to take a look at the flooring you have chosen for your house? Through the walkthrough, you can do all this! Architectural rendering provides:

• Interior architectural renderings

• Architectural renderings of apartments and condos

• Exterior renderings

• Photomontage renderings

• 3D visualization and architectural visualization

• Walkthroughs or flythrough

• Animated illustration

• 3D House Plans

Architectural rendering and walkthroughs have become a powerful application. They are not only powerful marketing tools, but also assist in finding design faults before construction work begins.

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