Autodesk Mudbox software is a creative design tool that combines free-form expression with ease of use to support the fast creation of initial design concepts. By using Mudbox early in the ideation phase, designers can explore more options, and then reuse and refine their design concepts within Autodesk® Alias®. Designers can become productive with a few days of training, even if they lack extensive prior experience.

Alliances and frameworks are increasingly key procurement vehicles to facilitate large-scale delivery with multiple contractors supporting the delivery of a common goal. We'll discuss how our experience of alliance and framework contracts has been enhanced through using the Forma Build software and the integration possibilities enabled by the open API Forma Build Service. We'll demonstrate how Forma Data Management software enables contractors to share information, capture collaborative lessons learned, and use standardized details—and the program, cost, and quality benefits that this creates for clients. In this talk, we'll discuss transparency between contractors as well as the trust and confidence that Autodesk and OpenSpace can provide to clients. With one eye on the future, we'll also explore the potential game-changing impact that Autodesk Informed Design software could have on contractor collaboration through safe sharing of intellectual property in design.

This class will cover a concept design workflow using Alias Create VR software, Alias subdivision, Alias detailing, and VRED visualization techniques.

In this class, we’ll take a look at the new features and capabilities in the latest version of Alias software.

We've been dimensioning in AutoCAD software for what seems like a century. You will learn how the multipurpose AMPOWERDIM command automatically recognizes objects and defaults to the appropriate dimension type. Discover how to create multiple dimensions with minimal input, resulting in instant groups of appropriately spaced ordinate, parallel, or symmetrical dimensions. You will also learn how to automatically force overlapping dimensions to automatically space themselves appropriately. You can use the same command to place linear, angular, radial, diameter, baseline, and chain dimensions. Learn how to integrate tolerance and fit list information into the drawing. In a layout or scale area, power dimensions automatically adjust their linear scale based on the points or geometry selected.

Learn how you can use InfraWorks software to create base traffic models by importing surfaces, roads, and real traffic data, and defining traffic turning movements. Once the base model is completed, you can use InfraWorks Traffic Simulation to create construction proposals to understand how the level of service is impacted once lanes are shut down, and how an alternate intersection is created to simulate proper vehicle movements at the merging point.

With increasing pressure from consumers and regulations, manufacturers need to figure out how to produce more-efficient products with reduced negative impact on the environment. Beyond reducing their pollution levels, organizations embracing sustainability save costs and are more competitive and innovative. In this class, we’ll discuss the impact and opportunities of the major trends in sustainability for designers and manufacturers. Find out how you can use Fusion 360 software to drive efficiencies and innovation in your processes that will benefit your bottom line and the planet.

Definition of a script or scripting: To write an executable section of code that automates a task. “Automating a task” is exactly how AutoCAD scripting works. Putting together several script commands or scripts, any user can set up multiple drawing standards to change hundreds to thousands of drawings in a snap using AutoCAD with Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Microsoft Excel with VBA, and, most importantly, Core Console. In this class, you’ll learn how to use all of these tools to change, adjust, and process individual files, directories, and whole projects efficiently and effectively with little effort. All attendees will leave armed with the necessary tools to take the drudgery out of mind-numbing tasks, and filled with the potential of being carried like a hero around the office for saving hundreds of hours processing thousands of project drawings. This class will feature AutoCAD software, AutoCAD with VBA, Excel with VBA, and Core Console. Core Console is included in all industry-specific, AutoCAD-based applications.

This class shows you how to use Civil View traffic import tools in 3ds Max Design software to bring in traffic simulation data from PTV Vissim. We examine how to prepare your data in VISSIM, how to bring that data into 3ds Max Design using Civil View, and how to handle conflicts such as overpasses. We then talk about various ways to use this data once it is set up, including how to export from 3ds Max Design to another 3D package such as Maya® software. You also learn how to replace the imported data with actual vehicles from the Civil View Vehicle library and how to use your own car library.

This class introduces you to the powerful tools that are available in Vault Workgroup and Vault Professional for revision management, approval workflows, and engineering change orders (ECO). Learn how categories are used to control the flow of your data and versions and revisions are intertwined. We also cover how to apply different revision schemes and how to initiate and track change via a change order.

This class presents solutions developed for a typical Florida transportation reconstruction project. We will cover how to effectively apply data management principles to an AutoCAD Civil 3D corridor project based on a real project. We will review common questions and concerns expressed by a team that is initiating a Civil 3D software project and step through how to divide a model for multiple users and plan production. Our focus will be in managing data references and multiple corridors.

Automatic drawing creation is a dream of everyone. Imagine selection options into a spreadsheet and having schematics appear before your eyes. Is this possible? Yes! Using the Spreadsheet to PLC tool in AutoCAD Electrical software can get you most of the way there. Don’t be fooled by the name of the tool; we can create more than just PLC-type drawings—almost any type of ladder-style schematic drawing can be created entirely from information in a spreadsheet. We’ll take you behind the curtain to show you how.

Berkeley Group has been constructing residential properties in the UK for more than 40 years using traditional approaches. Berkeley Modular is a startup that will deliver off-site manufactured housing products, but at levels of productivity normally associated with other sectors such as automotive. This off-site manufactured housing product is intended to be safe, high performing, high quality, and comfortable where actual performance matches designed intent. The class will chart the development of a new factory build and cover lessons learned, including planning of the layout, specifying the flexible manufacturing system and development of productive workflow, and the development of a technology platform that supports the concept of mass customization and uses conversion velocity. The digitally enabled agile manufacturing platform includes BIM 360 software as the CDE, as well as a suite of integrated manufacturing systems based on Vault software, Inventor software, coBuilder Collaborate, Oracle Fusion, and Siemens MES.

This class will demonstrate how to prepare your custom standard content for use with Inventor software’s Content Center. The Content Center can be a very useful and necessary tool for working with Frame Generator, Tube and Pipe, and Bolted Connections, among others. We will demonstrate how to author and publish pipe, pipe fittings, fasteners, structural shapes, and equipment such as pumps and heat exchangers.

There have been many updates and changes to the Vault software product line in recent releases. Come and learn how to best use those changes to your advantage.

This session will focus on the know-how of the implementation and use of Vault software in an architecture, engineering, and construction company for civil engineering projects. The speaker will share experiences on the steps leading to the successful implementation of Vault software across the entire company. He will specify the key levels of the implementation and use of Vault software, and the gains at each level. He will provide actual examples of how programming can expand the possibilities of different levels, making the work even more efficient. The session will include a discussion of the actual benefits of Vault software (project plus Vault equals X% rise in efficiency and quality, which in turn leads to money savings). The speaker will present return-on-investment analysis results. This session features Vault Professional and AutoCAD.

In the real world, one program just can’t do it all. Sketching, massing models, final design, animation, and rendering of engineering models; this class will discuss the workflow for using multiple Autodesk products in a production environment. Discover the ins and outs of this workflow, starting with a SketchBook, moving to a massing model, then Inventor software for final design, and finally 3ds Max software and Arnold software to render the final animation. Learn how Drive can help manage the workflow files, review the Inventor-to-3ds-Max import process, and learn how to render photo-quality images. Use Physical Materials and the Sun Positioner to simulate outdoor lighting and composition to create compelling images. Utilize the Physical Camera controls to adjust the scene exposure and depth of field. Get ahead of the competition by learning to create your renderings using photographic composition in a streamlined workflow.

In this class, we’ll take a look at the road map for Alias software.

In this hands-on lab, you’ll learn how to generate parking lots, sweep vehicles around a site, and create a roundabout junction corridor. Step by step, you’ll learn how to choose a parking-lot style that is right for your site. Select the appropriate vehicle to check for turning movements and height clearances. Create a roundabout junction corridor to add to an existing AutoCAD Civil 3D software road corridor. You’ll also generate reports and customize the settings and standards for a specific project.

Design review sessions are an essential part of product development for everything from automotive to architecture to manufacturing. It is essential to bring together stakeholders and experts from all disciplines—including design, engineering, and manufacturing—early in the design process. Visualizing prototype designs in VRED software in real time has been invaluable in discovering potential issues and delivering better products on a faster cycle. We have developed a set of design review tools implemented in Python inside of VRED to enable work sessions to be more effective and create a documentation trail for concrete decision making without resorting to as much physical prototype construction. Using ray tracing, VRED can enable reliable review of design details, especially glass, mirrors, and metals. Real-time remote collaboration enables participation from far-flung departments around the world without requiring travel. This session will explore case studies and demonstrate these capabilities.