Indoor Reality introduces geo-tagging for indoor assets
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New capability allows users to add latitude longitude tags to assets, in GPS denied indoor environments
Chaos Group launches ‘one-click’ cloud rendering
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Chaos Cloud service designed to slash render times and keep things simple
Nvidia Quadro RTX 4000 review
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Nvidia’s new Quadro GPU is a phenomenal proposition for real time 3D graphics, VR and ray trace rendering
Review: Scan 3XS WI4000 Viz
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A workstation packing an incredible punch for real time viz, VR and GPU rendering but it’s also no slouch when comes to CPU intensive workflows
Microsoft launches HoloLens 2 to enhance mixed reality
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Microsoft uses Bentley Synchro XR to demonstrate benefits of mixed reality to AEC professionals
Welcome to the future
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To celebrate the 100th edition of AEC Magazine, we explore what construction might look like in 2036 when the 200th edition rolls off the virtual press
Lenovo ThinkStation P330 family [sponsored content]
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Smaller just got better with the Lenovo Thinkstation P330 family
Hypar.io - design by algorithms
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With the advent of machine learning and Artificial Intelligence, computers are on the cusp of playing a more active role in assisting the building industry
Harness the power inside
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Software usually runs quicker by using bigger processors, but developers are now looking at smarter ways to get more out of the humble workstation, writes Greg Corke
Autodesk BIM 360 - the heart of construction
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With the recent acquisition of PlanGrid and BuildingConnected, Autodesk is betting big on construction
Bentley Synchro
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Bentley Systems’ recent acquisition of Synchro demonstrates its commitment to 4D sequencing, scheduling and planning
The hit parade
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To celebrate the 100th edition of AEC Magazine, we reveal the most viewed articles on AECmag.com since time began ... well, since the launch of Google Analytics
Workstations as a service: Scan embraces the cloud
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Scan has teamed up with ebb3 to offer a virtual cloud workstation and the flexibility to access demanding 3D applications from anywhere, on any device
Matching workstations to real-world workflows
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We look at some of the key workflows in AEC and what you should look out for when specifying a workstation
eRDS launches COBie-compliant building asset database tool
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Cloud-based software enriches assets defined in Revit BIM models with COBie information
Trimble launches three-month trial for Tekla Model sharing
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BIM collaboration tool allows teams to work on the same model at the same time
Samsung Portable SSD X5
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Samsung’s new Thunderbolt 3 SSD sets the portable drive free from the shackles of USB
Chaos Group releases V-Ray Next for SketchUp
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Photorealistic renderer said to accelerate SketchUp workflow, through massive speed and intelligence gains
HP ZBook 15u G5
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This sleek mobile workstation is thin, light, extremely good on price, and great for entry-level CAD & BIM on the road.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1
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Lenovo's slimline mobile workstation delivers an impressive blend of portability and performance for users of BIM software.
Dell Precision 5530 2-in-1
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This exceptional thin machine offers the power of a mobile workstation and the flexibility of a Wacom pen-powered tablet.
Cemex Ventures launches Construction Startup Competition
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Competition is aimed at entrepreneurs and startups that seek to innovate in the construction industry
Excitech to deliver Common Data Environment to Heathrow Airport
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New solution, based on Autodesk’s BIM 360 and GroupBC’s Enterprise CDE, will provide single version of truth for critical assets
Aproplan and GenieBelt merge to form LetsBuild
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New company intends to deliver an end-to-end solution to the global construction industry
ISO 19650: going global
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Digital Node's Rebecca De Cicco explores the realities of applying the new International BIM standard across the globe.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) frontiers in construction
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Mariusz Gorczyca wonders if we are ready for the level of digital ingenuity promised by AI and neural networks
Ground engineering firm invests in VR to support projects
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Aarsleff Ground Engineering to use VR room to help develop proposals and enhance knowledge and skills
bimstore transforms object library into next gen BIM platform
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bimstore 4.0 aims to break down silos between specifiers and manufacturers, encourage collaboration and drive culture change in the built environment
SimScale releases Pacefish for virtual wind tunnel analysis
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Cloud-based solver runs on up to 16GPUs and promises an ‘unparalleled combination of accuracy and speed’
Trimble adds bridge design functionality to Tekla Structures
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New Tekla Bridge Creator extension covers the complete bridge design workflow