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3D CAD for Architects & Civil Engineering Design

  1. 3DS Max

Autodesk 3D modeling and rendering software for design visualization, games, and animation

  1. abisplan 2D/3D

2D and 3D CAD solutions for architects, engineers, construction managers, builders, decorators, artists that allows drawing and editing to be done from any perspective in a virtual setting

  1. Advance Design (Autodesk)

A mature and easy to use FEM Structural Analysis solution dedicated to structural engineers operating in a BIM environment. It fully designs any type of structure, with any kind of loads, mixing concrete, timber and steel members. It includes major code standards (Eurocodes / North American).

  1. Advance Steel (Autodesk)

A dedicated Steel detailing package, the Software tool is a 3D modelling environment that then translates into a document management system.

  1. AutoCAD Architecture

Provides features for architectural drawing, documentation, and schedules, and for automating drafting tasks.

  1. BIM Connect for Revit

Powerful free extension providing bidirectional intelligent BIM model sharing

  1. BIM Designers (Autodesk)

A software for automation, optimization and interoperability. Combining analysis, intuitive modelling, automatic drawing and report creation, BIM Designers are crafted to deliver exceptional performance and design accuracy across multiple BIM and Analytical software applications.

  1. BricsCAD

2D/3D CAD and applications for Civil, Structural, GIS, HVAC, Electrical, and AEC.

  1. BricsCAD BIM

Building Information Modeling for architects, engineers and contractors

  1. CAD6studio

Professional 2D/3D CAD program of the CAD6 series with all functions for planning, construction, and visualization. Apart from a 2D drawing area, the program provides 3D spaces to create and edit 3D components.

  1. COMSOL Multiphysics

Structural Mechanics Module is an add-on to the COMSOL Multiphysics® platform that brings modeling tools and functionality tailored for analyzing mechanical behavior of solid structures. The Solid Mechanics interfaces, available in 3D, 2D (plane stress, plane strain, and generalized plane strain), and 2D axial symmetry, provide the most general approach to analyzing solid structures. By using a geometrically nonlinear formulation, one can analyze situations with arbitrarily large rotations and strains.

  1. Creo Parametric

Creo Parametric, (formerly known as Pro Engineer) is one of the market leaders in product design, developed by Parametric Technology Corporation more than 30 years ago. It provides apps for 3D CAD parametric feature solid modeling, 3D direct modeling, 2D orthographic views, Finite Element Analysis and simulation, schematic design, technical illustrations, and viewing and visualization. It also integrates many functionalities such as thermal, structural, motion, parametric and freestyle surface generation and direct modeling.

  1. CSiBridge

An engineering tools for modeling, analysis and design of bridge structures.

  1. CSiCOL

A comprehensive software package used for the analysis and design of simple and complex reinforced concrete columns.

  1. CSiDetail

An integrated and interactive software product for generating detailing output, such as detailed views, drawings, bills of materials (BOM), and bills of quantities (BOQ) from ETABS models.

  1. CSiPlant

An integrated engineering software product for analysis and design of piping systems and frame structures, including piping code compliance checks with stress-intensification and flexibility factors that are automatically calculated and applied.

  1. ETABS

Integrated analysis, design and drafting of building systems.

  1. Extreme Loading for Structures

A software for nonlinear dynamic structural analysis, which allows users to efficiently study structural failure and retrofitting strategies in historic masonry structures from any number of possible extreme loading events including earthquake, blast, and progressive collapse.

  1. FreeCAD

Open-source parametric 3D modeler with modular architecture for designing machine tools and architectural designs in 2D and 3D. FreeCAD is designed to fit a wide range of uses including product design, mechanical engineering and architecture.

  1. Lantek Flex3d

A flexible 3D CAD/CAM software, totally engineered by Lantek and conceived for automating the CNC programming for 3D machining tubes, pipes, beams, profiles, and sheet metal.

  1. MicroStation

A CAD software platform for two- and three-dimensional design and drafting, developed and sold by Bentley Systems and used in the architectural and engineering industries. It generates 2D/3D vector graphics objects and elements and includes building information modeling (BIM) features.

  1. Navisworks

3D model review software from Autodesk for architecture, engineering, and construction.

  1. OpenSees

An object-oriented, software framework created at the National Science Foundation-sponsored Pacific Earthquake Engineering Center. It allows users to create finite element applications for simulating the response of structural and geotechnical systems subjected to earthquakes.

  1. Palette CAD

A 3D design software that covers all of the different trades in interior design, making work significantly easier, not only for contractors but also for interior architects and designers.

  1. PERFORM-3D

Nonlinear analysis and performance assessment for 3-d structures.

  1. PlusSpec

Powerful and easy to learn 3D BIM software for Residential Design, Estimating & Construction. PlusSpec is Virtual Design & Construction software and overcomes communication disconnect between design & construction professionals.

  1. PowerPack for Advance Steel

A powerful extension to Advance Steel, designed to significantly boost the user's capability, productivity and efficiency.

  1. PowerPack for Revit

Productivity add-on for Revit® bursting with tools for Architectural, Structural and MEP Designers.

  1. Renga Architecture

BIM software with 3D design capabilities and context-sensitive user interface. 2D drawing options are also supported.

  1. Revit (Autodesk)

BIM & 3D modeling software applied for civil & structural engineering.

  1. RFEM

A powerful software for quick and easy modeling, structural analysis and design of 2D and 3D models consisting of member, plate, wall, folded plate, shell, solid, and contact elements.

  1. RISA

Powerful 2D/3D design and analysis Solutions that enables to design steel, concrete, aluminum, masonry, wood, or cold formed steel for industrial and commercial structures, allows full BIM integration and complete foundation design including two-way mat slabs, footings, pile caps, grade beams and retaining walls, as well as suggests solution to connection design.

  1. SAFE

An ultimate tool for designing concrete floor and foundation systems.

  1. SAP2000

Integrated software for structural analysis and design with state-of-the-art analytical methods, intuitive and versatile user interface powered by an analysis engine and design tools for engineers working on transportation, industrial, public works, sports, and other facilities.

  1. SDC Verifier

An engineering software to perform verification according to different industrial standards, where a lot of routines are automated with the help of recognition, post-processing tools, and report generator. The structures can be checked against fatigue, member checks, and plate buckling according to predefined standards: ANSI/AISC 360-10, API 2A RP, DIN 15018, Eurocode 3 Fatigue, etc.

  1. SDS/2

Powerful 3D structural steel design, detailing and fabrication solutions based on the CIS/2 standard (CIMsteel Integration Standards).

  1. SketchUp

BIM & 3D modeling software applied for civil & structural engineering, 2D and 3D drafting application for visualizing, communicating, and planning future construction projects.

  1. SolidFace

A 3D modeling, assembly, and engineering drawing CAD software designed for designers, mechanical engineers, 3D printing, civil engineers, collaboration, etc. The software was built with a top down approach in a modern design environment, incorporating parts of existing CAD products that work as well as innovative modeling and cloud-based collaboration tools.

  1. SolidWorks

3D CAD software with the capacity for architecture, engineering and construction services, equipment design, and the design of buildings and infrastructure projects. It can be used for optimized construction process, design for building, industrialized construction, etc.

  1. STAAD.Pro

A 3D structural analysis and design software for any size or type of structure. Helps to design and analyze simple or complex structures for a wide range of loading conditions, including conditions induced by gravity like dead and live loads, such as skip conditions and tilt-up walls, in combination with lateral loads like wind and seismic.

  1. SysQue

Trimble SysQue managed data content, powered by Building-Data.net, enables detailers and contractors to design in Autodesk Revit with real-world, manufacturing-specific MEP content that is ready for fabrication. It makes easier for designers and contractors to create precise and accurate project plans that are in line with MEP contractors’ detailing, fabrication, manufacturing and installation requirements.

  1. Tekla Structures

The most advanced structural BIM software that lets create, combine, manage and share multi-material 3D models packed with valuable construction information. Tekla Structures can be used throughout the project, from buildings and infrastructure conceptual planning to fabrication, construction and maintenance, for design, detailing and information management.

  1. Vectorworks Architect

An intuitive, flexible tool that implements the possibilities of BIM and beyond while benefiting from the freedom to design in 2D or 3D. It supports entire project from beginning to end, or anywhere in the process — from conceptual design, to fully coordinated BIM models, to construction documents.

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