Between the Lines

The Importance of Drone Photogrammetry and Aerial LiDAR in Construction

The construction industry is undergoing a technological and digital transformation, and one of the evolving and emerging technologies are in the area of reality capture including drone (UAS) photogrammetry and aerial LiDAR. Both technologies offer unique advantages in capturing high-quality data for construction projects, making them invaluable tools for modern AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) professionals. Read more →

What is Industrialized Construction?

In a world where rapid urbanization and technology go hand in hand, construction methods constantly evolve and technology disruptions are occurring daily. One increasing development is industrialized construction (IC) where there is a convergence of manufacturing and AEC. Read more →

How AEC Firms Can Harness the Power of AI

The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector is experiencing a transformative digital shift, thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI). From design conception to construction management, AI has found applications across a myriad of tasks. Let's explore some key ways AEC firms can utilize AI. Design Optimization AI algorithms can sift through complex data sets to recommend the most efficient design layouts. By analyzing factors such as sunlight, wind direction, form, and material strength, AI can offer eco-friendly and cost-effective designs. Predictive... Read more →

Harnessing the Power of GIS Location Intelligence in AEC

In the ever-evolving and rapid digitization of the world of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), the importance of location-based data and spatial analytics cannot be understated. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have increasingly become an important strategic component, offering a vital competitive edge for AEC firms. One of the most prominent GIS platforms is Esri's ArcGIS, providing powerful location intelligence and spatial analytics capabilities to users worldwide. Read more →

Dive into XR: Shaping the Future of Building and Design

What is Extended Reality (XR)? The advent of XR has been very helpful for many industries, including Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) and also Manufacturing. XR technology is revolutionizing the way we design, construct, and manage buildings and infrastructure, facilitating better communication, enhancing collaboration, inspection, and increasing overall productivity and efficiency. Read more →

Digital Twins in the AEC Industry: A Game Changer!

Are you as excited about the latest tech trends as I am? One trend in the digital transformation of industries that's got me on the edge of my seat is Digital Twins. These virtual replicas can transform the way we work in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) world and the data we use to inform decisions and drive design. Let's dive in! Read more →

How Might AI Impact the AEC industry and Construction

The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is one of the most rapidly evolving industries of the 21st century, and to me, it is feeling like the speed is accelerating. With the introduction of AI (Artificial Intelligence), the industry is undergoing a transformation that is expected to have a major impact on the AEC design tools, data, construction process, and the entire industry, including all of us. The what and how we build. The potential applications of AI in the... Read more →

AEC Design Software Trends

The AEC Trend Nostradamus.. The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) design software and technology market has been rapidly evolving over the past two decades, with numerous trends shaping or morphing the industry. Here are some of the most significant trends that have emerged in recent years: Cloud-based solutions: Cloud-based AEC design software has become increasingly popular due to its accessibility, scalability, and flexibility. This trend has enabled users to collaborate on projects in real-time and work from anywhere, leading to... Read more →

Autodesk Excellence Customer Awards 2022 for AEC

The Autodesk Excellence Awards celebrate groundbreaking customer projects driving innovation and impact across the world through the power of technology. A round of applause is due to ccelebrate theAutodesk Excellence AEC Customer Award winning customers. Read more →

Swipe Right – For the Autodesk Construction Cloud Relationships API

Learn how the Relationships API runs as a shared API component under the hood Read more →

Upskill Using Free Autodesk Industry Courses

Just taking 15 minutes a day to go through Autodesk courses could make you far better prepared for your current role or advance yourskills for a new role. These curated courses cover Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, Design and Manufacturing, Cross-Industry. Search over 500 available courses developed by the best in the industries. Read more →

Autodesk’s Digital Builder Insider

With rising pressure to deliver projects on time and on budget, construction firms are looking for new ways to achieve certainty. Enter the promise of Industrialized Construction (IC). Approaching construction from a manufacturing mindset is not only smarter; it’s imperative to meet the demands of a growing global population. Read more →

Construction Doesn’t Need to Be Filled With Mixups

Here is a humorous video from Autodesk Construction Cloud highlighting a not so funny construction industry reality that isn’t so funny. Read more →

DAISY AI in Toronto Collaboration with Autodesk Research on Using AI for Sustainable Structural Design

DAISY AI in Toronto collaborated with Autodesk Research team in London to produce residential construction designs using artificial intelligence. Read more →

Autodesk 2022 Showreel Video

Each year Autodesk releases a series of industry short highlight videos called showreels and then one main compilation version. Here is the Autodesk 2022 Showreel of all the industries to watch, share, and enjoy seeing all the inspiring creations that our customers create using Autodesk technology and products. ”Don't Wait for Progress Make It” https://youtu.be/rAezZ0_tHvk Read more →

BIM 360/ACC Model Properties API

Autodesk has announced the availability of the BIM 360/Autodesk Construction Cloud Model Properties API on the powerful Forge platform. This is a very powerful tool and capability that could be used in your custom applications built on Forge. “This tool can query, filter ,and compare model data online, making it easier to locate specific design elements and changes. Learn More: https://autode.sk/3tf0qpP Two main functionalities in Model Properties API: Index - process model data for fast look up and allow users... Read more →

100 Plus Autodesk Apps

A fun and funny video created by Tech3D walking through most of our Autodesk applications, but not all. Fitting video walkthrough commentary since in just over a week, on January 30th, 2022, it is Autodesk's 40th birthday/anniversary. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF7zEkelSRiHB1rOnspaBgQ “Autodesk have a massive collection of software products, the descriptions are hard to understand and often intentionally vague. This video will explain every one of their products and cloud services as of January 2022, but this will change rapidly as Autodesk are... Read more →

Autodesk AEC Community Newsletter

If you are interested in the AEC Industry and the power of the Autodesk Community, this is a great resource quarterly by our Autodesk AEC Community Manager Wendy Lim. There is a plethora of information on top product solutions, resources, and information. The next newsletter comes out next month, so get signed up today! Sign Up Here June 2021 edition in pdf: AEC Community Newsletter | June 2021 - Autodesk Forums Read more →

Autodesk Tandem Available

Just announced: “Autodesk Tandem digital twin platform is now commercially available and enables teams to harness BIM and transform the Built-Asset Lifecycle in a completely digital process. https://autode.sk/2VsHh6R” Read more →

Availability of Photos API in Autodesk Build

Autodesk Forge announces the availability of Photos API, another Autodesk Build specific Forge API. Photos is one of the modules in Autodesk Build. It provides a single, unified place to view and manage photos and videos in Autodesk Build. This is useful, such as for documenting progress photos, informal communication, and material tracking. Everyone on your project can upload photos and videos. These files will all be available in the Photos gallery, but they can also be attached as a reference to issues, RFIs, submittals, and forms in UI. Read more →

Connected Construction Forum June 10, 15 & 17th 2021

Attention BIM/VDC Managers, Project Managers, Estimators, Quality Managers, and design teams. Digital transformation encompasses the move from siloed and analog ways of working to more connected, data-driven processes that help teams achieve better project outcomes. The construction industry has been on the steady journey of digital transformation for many years – from the rise of building information modeling to the surge of tech on the jobsite. Today, the industry is experiencing exponential growth of digital transformation, spurred in part by... Read more →

Autodesk’s Drive Towards DfMA

Here is a nice article AECMAGAZINE’s Martyn Day featuring Autodesk’s Amy Marks, Autodesk’s Head of Industrialized Construction Strategy & Evangelism a,so known as “Queen of Prefab.” “Everybody’s talking about Design for Manufacturing and Assembly. While very few firms are actually doing it, the concept is attracting advanced BIM users, fabricators and software firms to try it out. Martyn Day looks at Autodesk’s efforts and future vision.” ”Out of all the major AEC software firms that we cover, Autodesk has been... Read more →

Autodesk Construction Cloud API Added to Forge Dev Portal

The Forge teams Mikako Harada just announced on the Forge blog that there is a new API type. Autodesk Construction Cloud API, has been added to the Forge dev portals My Apps->Create App page. This is a precursor to the releases of APIs that are specific to Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) unified products. Read more about this new API here: https://autode.sk/3cQu9yz Read more →

Autodesk Construction Cloud Announces Autodesk Takeoff and Autodesk BIM Collaborate

I am a regular reader of the Autodesk Construction Cloud Blog, and if you are involved in pre-construction or construction workflows and activities, you should consider subscribing to it as well. Today Andrea Neiman posted the two new products to help construction professionals and a great deal of information all in a nice 8 minute read. The New Preconstruction Advantage: Connected Quantification & Model Coordination in a Common Data Environment Read more →

Autodesk Build Added to Autodesk Construction Cloud

Today, Autodesk officially launched Autodesk Build, our all-new project, cost, and field solution available as part of Autodesk Construction Cloud. Read how Autodesk Build unifies best-in-class features from BIM 360 and PlanGrid Our Mission to Connect the Office & Field: Autodesk Build “Autodesk Build serves as a truly unified platform that connects all team members, data, and workflows. The solution links stakeholders and information, not just between the jobsite and office, but throughout all stages of the project and across the entire... Read more →