Navisworks Manage
Navisworks Manage is a comprehensive BIM (Building Information Modeling) platform developed by Autodesk. It is designed for construction project management, review, and coordination, offering tools for the aggregation, analysis, and communication of design data across the entire project lifecycle.
History and Development
Originally developed by NavisWorks Ltd., a UK company founded in 1998, the software was acquired by Autodesk in 2007. This acquisition allowed Autodesk to integrate Navisworks into its suite of design and engineering software, enhancing its capabilities in the construction sector:
- 2000: Navisworks Ltd. introduced the first version of NavisWorks, focusing on clash detection and 4D simulation.
- 2007: Autodesk acquisition, renaming it to Navisworks Manage.
- 2010: Release of Navisworks 2011, which included new features like Timeliner, which allowed for better 4D planning and simulation.
- Subsequent Updates: Over the years, updates have included improvements in clash detection, rendering, and integration with other Autodesk products like Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
Features
- Clash Detection: Allows users to identify conflicts between different building components before construction begins.
- Model Aggregation: Combines models from different sources into a single federated model for holistic project review.
- 4D Simulation: Time-lining functionality to simulate construction sequences, helping in scheduling and phasing.
- Quantification: Quantify materials, track progress, and manage costs directly within the model.
- Interference Management: Tools to manage and resolve clashes, with options for automatic detection and resolution strategies.
- Visualization: Provides high-quality rendering and visualization options for better project presentation and walkthroughs.
- Collaboration Tools: Facilitates real-time collaboration among project stakeholders, allowing for comments, markups, and issue tracking.
Usage Context
Navisworks Manage is widely used in the construction industry for:
- Project coordination and collaboration.
- Construction planning and sequencing.
- Design validation and clash detection.
- Project review and approval processes.
- Cost estimation and material takeoffs.
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