Mastering Autodesk Navisworks 2012

by Dodds, Jason; Johnson, Scott

• ISBN13: 9781118006788
• ISBN10: 111800678X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-08-02
• Publisher: Sybex

Summary

Written by a software expert with deep ties to the community and customers, Mastering Navisworks takes a workflow approach to present the software from the perspective of how Navisworks is used on real projects from start to finish. The book begins with an overview of the interface, then discusses how to import and use the 60+ supported file formats, navigate around the merged model, document and annotate projects, coordinate and visualize schedules with TimeLiner, and use the robust clash detection and reporting tools. The following chapters delve into the software's advanced functionality, including creating visualizations and animating objects and using the scripting tools to give objects life. Featuring Mastering's popular reference and tutorial approach, the book includes real-world sidebars, case studies drawn from the author's extensive Navisworks experience, hands-on tutorials that reinforce the narrative, and downloadable "before and after" tutorial files so that readers can jump in at any point as well as compare their work with the pro's.

Author Biography

Jason Dodds is an Autodesk Construction Solutions Engineer who has been actively involved in all facets of design and building processes for over 15 years. He has been a Navisworks user since the software's inception. Prior to joining Autodesk, he used Navisworks for the coordination and scheduling of projects across the U.S. He is a regular speaker at Autodesk University and at conferences for the Construction Management Association of America, the Associated Builders and Contractors, and the Associated General Contractors. Scott Johnson is an Autodesk Sr. Technical Account Manager for the major construction accounts. He has over 15 years of experience in design, construction, digital prototyping, and manufacturing in a variety of fields. One of the early users of Navisworks, Scott has consulted internationally and continues to speak regularly at Autodesk University and other conferences. He holds a master's in construction management, with an emphasis on virtual and 4D construction.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting to know Navisworks.

Chapter 2: Bringing it all together: Files and File Types.

Chapter 3: Moving around the Model.

Chapter 4: Climbing the Selection Tree.

Chapter 5: Model Snap Shots: Sections, Viewpoints and Animations.

Chapter 6: Documenting Projects.

Chapter 7: 4D Sequencing with TimeLiner.

Chapter 8: Clash Detection.

Chapter 9: Creating Visualizations with Navisworks.

Chapter 10: Animating Objects.

Chapter 11: Give Objects Life and Action with Scripter.

Chapter 12: Collaborating Outside of Navisworks.

Chapter 13: Other Useful Navisworks Tools.