Laser Scanning Infrastructure Assets: New Capacities, New Opportunities
In the final installment of the LIDAR scanning whitepaper series, we examine four LIDAR capturing techniques, the data collected by laser scanning, and the return on investment this technology can offer. For prospects and customers involved in project work for infrastructure industries-- such as transportation, land development, or utilities-- that make use of accurate representations this asset will help further explore LIDAR Scanning and the value it can deliver.
LIDAR Scanning: Definitely Worth the Trouble
The use of LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) scanning is on the rise. Are you prepared to take advantage of this advancing technology? LIDAR Scanning: Definitely Worth the Trouble, the first of two white papers focusing on LIDAR scanning, provides information on how standards and specifications can help organizations use 3D laser scanning more efficiently and profitably. This white paper also reviews Autodesk® BIM for Infrastructure solutions that support 3D scanning.
Using the Autodesk Civil Visualization Extension for 3ds Max Design and AutoCAD Civil 3D
Autodesk provides an easy visualization workflow for civil engineers—even for those who have limited knowledge of Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design software. Learn more.
Harnessing the Power of AutoCAD Civil 3D Technical Note
This white paper provides guidance and best practices for enhancing your experience with AutoCAD® Civil 3D®, including hardware requirements, operating system recommendations, model optimization, and memory usage.
Rule-Based Road Design using AutoCAD Civil and AutoCAD Civil 3D
Use AutoCAD® Civil and AutoCAD Civil 3D software to analyze your road design as you work, based on recognized industry standards or your own user-defined standards. As you build your design, the software will provide correction and/or notification whenever standards are not met.
Road Rehabilitation and Reconstruction with AutoCAD Civil and Civil 3D
Use AutoCAD Civil and AutoCAD Civil 3D for road rehabilitation and road reconstruction design. The Autodesk civil engineering software products leverage corridor targets to help produce more efficient and dynamic designs.
Road Design Basics with AutoCAD Civil and Civil 3D
Construct effective corridor models more efficiently with AutoCAD Civil and AutoCAD Civil 3D road design software features. This paper outlines the core components of the software that help you model roads and piece together assemblies and subassemblies.
Using Hydraflow Storm Sewers Extension with AutoCAD Civil 3D: A Recommended Workflow
Hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) engineering is often considered a subset of civil and environmental engineering in which engineers focus solely on issues involving the flow and storage of water. This white paper provides a recommended workflow for storm sewer design and analysis using AutoCAD Civil 3D pipe networks and Hydraflow Storm Sewers Extension.
Implementing AutoCAD Civil 3D: Three Case Studies
Read how a small, a mid-sized, and a large firm implemented AutoCAD Civil 3D software.