Measuring

Back to the basics with this invaluable overview of the measurement tools...

31st of August 2012

Next stop: Level 3?

10th of August 2012

Creating a new catalog item

If you want to add custom DataGroup data to existing MicroStation elements or cells, it may be that the Catalog Type you need does not already exist. For example, let’s say you want to report on or quantify an old MicroStation 3D cladding model, there is no “Cladding” DataGroup Type. Here’s how you would create it...

13th of July 2012

Display Style Keyins

Need to change the Display Style using a keyin? Read on...

13th of June 2012

Orthogonal sections in 3D PDFs

As ACSs are not supported in 3D PDF, setting up an exactly orthogonal section could be trial and error on a rotated building. We show you how to make your cross section exact...

25th of November 2011

Multi-layer Pattern Maps

Pattern maps are used when rendering to create more life-like textures. A pattern map is nothing more than an image attached to a material; MicroStation allows you to use multiple images in a single pattern. This article will take you through the process of creating a multi-layer pattern map, using a practical example of graffiti on a brick wall. It presumes you have a basic understanding of materials...

10th of October 2011

Can I dolly and pan using the mouse instead of zooming?

Zooming in and out of a 3D model might not give you the depth of control you need. Rather than resorting to opening the Define Camera tools, it can be more efficient to use the mouse instead...

9th of June 2011

UK Government Construction Strategy

Hot off the press, this paper covers the UK government's intentions to streamline construction delivery, through "fully collaborative 3D BIM (with all project and asset information,
documentation and data being electronic) as a minimum by 2016"...

by Nigel Davies, 2nd of June 2011

Flying Blind

Continuing the new series BIM soapboxes, this month Nigel looks at the importance of learning to fly and how that could help Reality TV shows no end...

1st of June 2011

Geometric Modelling Library for Software Engineers

The Geometric Modelling Library (GML) is a comprehensive, reusable software library for software engineers needing to employ complex geometric operations within novel software solutions. The GML is a valuable resource for:

•Professional software organisations looking to ramp up application production by using functionally rich but unobtrusive third-party components
•Engineers looking to encode a series of complex geometry operations within a manufacturing context
•Researchers, analysts and academics looking to develop new algorithms

20th of May 2011