The String and Paper Method for Civil 3D Corridors
Civil 3D corridors can seem intimidating due to complex terminology, but Cameron Smith simplifies it by comparing them to a string and paper model.…
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Autodesk AEC Product Roadmaps
Autodesk publishes interactive roadmaps for many AEC products. Each roadmap includes features already delivered, items currently in development and capabilities planned for the near…
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Creating a 3D Color Wheel in AutoCAD: A Fun Test of Performance
The content explains a color wheel generator script designed for AutoCAD, employing a cylindrical coordinate system to convert HSV color space into RGB. It…
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Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 from Start to Finish: A Practical Guide for Real Projects
I finally had some time to sit with Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 from Start to Finish, and it’s a solid addition to the Civil…
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Civil 3D 2026.2: Key Features and Enhancements
The 2026.2 update for drainage design tools enhances workflows with improved rainfall support, catchment controls, and channel features. It integrates Dynamo deeper into Civil…
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Shifting DOTs Toward Open Standards
The recent CITE User Group meeting highlighted the shift towards open standards in digital delivery, especially regarding DOTs and the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).…
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Crashes, Clues, and Two Big Wins From Autodesk CER Files
In recent months, CAD stations faced significant issues such as crashes and slow performance, primarily revealed through Autodesk's CER data. Ignored by users, CER…
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Preparing for Autodesk’s 2026 Licensing Changes
Autodesk sent another round of renewal notices this week. More increases. Fewer discounts. And another reminder that network or multi user licensing is almost…
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Convert Civil 3D Files for AutoCAD and More
This blog post explains how to convert Autodesk Civil 3D drawings for users with basic AutoCAD or older versions. Key methods include using EXPORTC3DDRAWING…
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Floating Point, Multi Core, and Why Precision Still Matters
The importance of precision in CAD software like AutoCAD is highlighted, illustrating how floating point limits affect geometry at large scales. While multi-core processing…
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