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A document was recently released that essentially describes differences in the way that Tekla and RST respond to changes in a linked architectural model. This document doesn’t really take into account…
From Michael Ruehr, download at: https://www.sugarsync.com/pf/D6601245_87000438_296433 Sample slide: Original post: RevitworX: Collaboration and Work-sharing with MEP and Structure Consultants…
We are seeing this error on a received Structural model:Analytical model edge cannot have a length of zero (0) Revit does not offer a solution – you can’t Delete Checked, and you can’t press OK. It ju…
I had a Structural Framing member (a portal frame) and I wanted to demolish only the overhanging part of it. Using methods like Cut By Face would not have any proper respect for Phasing, so I thought …
AutodeskEd’s Youtube channel has been very busy – I have collected 25 videos specifically relating to Structural users, including information on: Reinforcement Rebar Assemblies Parts Loads Interoperab…
The goal of this Preview Version of “SOFiSTiK Reinforcement for Autodesk® Revit®” is to enable the productive design of 3D reinforcement with Autodesk® Revit®. This particularly includes the creation …
Draw something with a cuttable category, like a Structural Column Draw a Reference Plan that intersects the element (even at an angle) Use Cut Geometry and click the element and then click the Plane v…
There is a extensive list of whitepapers for Revit Structure over at this link. A few particular items of interest are shown below: Coordination between Revit Structure and Revit ArchitectureStructura…
I am currently installing Building Design Suite Premium 2012 from the shiny USB stick we received yesterday. There are just two quick tips that I wanted to share with you: If your packaging does not h…
Have you ever tried to use the Split tool on a Structural column? Doesn’t work? You need to change the Column Style to one of the Slanted types. Now you will be able to split the structural column.…