Posts by Anthony Frausto-Robledo, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Author at Architosh - Page 34 of 39
Luxology Talks About GPU vs CPU Rendering
Video highlights Luxology’s research into GPU rendering.
SU Podium version 2 released
SU Podium 2.0 is out and with a brand new rendering engine.
Vectorworks 2011 – A Preview in Boston
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. introduces Vectorworks 2011 this week with several landmark development milestones.
Vectorworks 2011 Released – New Cinema 4D Engine
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. announces next big release with Vectorworks 2011 product lineup.
Engineered Software releases PowerCADD 9
Engineered Software updates PowerCADD to version 9 – introduces Snow Leopard Support, 64-bit optimization and many new features
SketchUp 8 – New Features and Solids
Google’s recently released SketchUp 8 offers some powerful new tools, including a suite of true solids functions.
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. partners with Maxon Computer
Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc. partners with Maxon on CINEMA 4D integration into Renderworks
60-sec TV spot for AutoCAD’s return to the Mac
Autodesk has produced high-quality (TV ad) worthy 60-second long video of AutoCAD 2011 for the Mac.
Autodesk finally comes back to the Mac
Autodesk announces a native Mac OS X version of its flagship application AutoCAD, plus Autodesk WS for iOS.
In-Depth: Architosh talks to the makers of Rform
In our latest Product In-Depth feature, Paul Lopes, co-creator of Rform, the AEC industry’s newest cool Web-based application, talks to Architosh about how he and his architect brother have created a streamlined process for architects and general contractors to work more simply and swiftly during the construction administration phase of AEC projects.
Tidbit: Fascinating 3D patents for future iPhones
Apple files fascinating 3D patents for future iPhones the portend to exciting applications for architects, urban planners and environmental professionals.
solidThinking at IDSA – Sneak Peak of What’s New
solidThinking to showcase new features at upcoming IDSA International Conference
SIG: ILM turns to Luxology’s modo
George Lucas’s Industrial Light and Magic has made Luxology’s modo an essential part of its toolset.
Tidbits: SIGGRAPH, Vectorworks and ArchiCAD news
Mac CAD and 3D News: Today’s tidbits note ArchiCAD and Vectorworks BIM news items plus a note about our SIGGRAPH coverage.
SIG: Lightworks unveils power of OptiX
Lightworks has announced they are previewing their new OptiX technology at SIGGRAPH – brings latest Nvidia CUDA architecture to ray tracing acceleration in future Lightworks products.
SIG: Khronos Group announces OpenGL 4.1
The Khronos Group announces OpenGL 4.1 specification at SIGGRAPH 2010 in Los Angeles.
Tidbits: ArchiOffice 2010, pre-SIGGRAPH news
Mac 3D and CAD News: We have lots of interesting tidbits today. First off the ArchiOffice 2010 webinar is a must-see event for architects looking to streamline their practices and in turn sharpen their services and increase their revenues and profitability; In other news early pre-release SIGGRAPH tidbits are quite exciting. We have news of a brand new application for the architectural visualization market coming from e-on software, plus another new application and the Vue 9 preview lineup.
Luxion’s KeyShot 2 is out!
Luxion releases KeyShot 2 – next generation of GPU accelerated interactive raytracing rendering program
Pixologic to unveil ZBrush 4.0
Pixologic to unveil the latest version of ZBrush, version 4.0, at the SIGGRAPH show in Los Angeles laster in July.
Draft for iPad – new drawing app from 37signals
37 Signals creates Draft for iPad. New tools is highly focused like the rest of the company’s signature applications.
Tidbits: Cheetah 3D and ArchiCAD news
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on Cheetah 3D and its new particle system, plus ArchiCAD 14 distribution news and a recent BIM Server competition and its winner.
Craft Animation offers Architectural Edition
Craft Animations releases CDS Architectural Edition for users of 2011 Autodesk 3ds Max and Softimage.
Tidbits: DraftSight, V-ray for Maya
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have a very interesting tidbit on Dassault Systemes announcing a brand new 2D CAD product that will make its way to the Mac platform later this year. Apparently SolidWorks customers were not so happy with that company’s 2D tools and DraftSight is the answer. In other news V-ray for Maya has been updated by ChaosGroup.
AIA: Rhiknowbot for Rhino
Rhiknowbot is one of the coolest third-party plugins for Rhino around and it specifically addresses the architecture market. In this report we take a look at where generative design is getting very specific to the architecture market with Rhiknowbot.
AIA: Rhino for the iPad and iPhone
At AIA Miami one of the highlights for the show was seeing and playing with McNeel’s iRhino 3D. This application for the iPad shows what is possible for 3D on the popular new device and there is plenty to like in this very early version.
In-Depth: Autodesk talks to Architosh about Project Butterfly
In this In-Depth feature Tal Weiss, Director of Autodesk’s AutoCAD Israel research and development group and co-founder of VisualTao, talks to Architosh’s editor about Autodesk’s Project Butterfly. Weiss details the many features of this first Web-based CAD application from US-based Autodesk.
AIA: StudioGPU previews MachStudio Core for Rhino
AIA Show Report: In this report we start by taking a look at a new third-party Rhino developer and its new MachStudio Core for Rhino rendering application.
Tidbits: Notes on ArchiCAD 14 and AIA Miami
Mac CAD and 3D News: ArchiCAD 14 is out of the gate and our AIA Miami reports are coming this week.
Nemetschek offers CE Week in June
Nemetschek North America is offering CE week in June.
solidThinking signs on Holland Engineering
solidThinking, Inc. expands global footprint in design/styling markets with new VAR agreement in Europe with Holland Engineering Consultants (HEC).
AutoDesSys bonzai 3D webinar in June
AutoDesSys will be hosting a free webinar on the popular bonzai 3D modeling program. Learn why bonzai 3D is fast-becoming a premier modeling tool choice in all disciplines.
In-Depth with ArchiCAD 14 – Graphisoft talks to Architosh
In this In-Depth feature Akos Pfemeter, Director of Global Marketing and Tibor Szolnoki, ArchiCAD Product Manager, of Graphisoft Hungary, have spoken to Architosh about ArchiCAD 14’s new features, particularly its new IFC model collaboration work flows. In this article we get into some of the details of Graphisoft’s latest BIM technology.
AutoCAD Sledgehammer for Mac in the wild
Autodesk appears serious about releasing AutoCAD for Mac. The rumors have spilled over to screenshots. But we think its more than rumors and screen shots this time.
Tidbits: Hazard Manager for iPad, other iPad news
Apple iPad Tidbits: We have news of some interesting iPad applications. Take a look!
In-Depth: Looking at AEC Software-FastTrack Schedule 10
In this In-Depth feature article Architosh talks to Ryan Kish, Vice President of Marketing for AEC Software, about the brand new FastTrack Schedule 10. The latest release advances an already industry-leading cross-platform project scheduling software with innovative new capabilities and best-in-class graphics and presentation capabilities.
Google buys 3D interface technology
Google buys 3D interface technology from BumpTop Technologies–rumors suggest Android could go 3D to take on the Apple iPad with future Android-driven tablet computers.
Tidbits: AutoDesSys, Nvidia, T-Splines News
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on AutoDesSys at AIA National with Bonzai 3D and formZ items to show, new OpenClip; Nvidia CUDA and PhysX news with Softimage; plus T-Splines news
Best Pavilion at Shanghai World Expo designed in ArchiCAD
ArchiCAD powers innovative pavilion designs for Norway, Finland, Iceland, Hungary and Russia at Shanghai World Expo 2010
Octane Render for Mac OS X released
New Zealand-based Refractive Software releases new Octane Render for Mac, Windows and Linux. New CUDA-based GPU Ray Tracer accelerates photo-realistic rendering 10 fold over CPU based renderers.
AutoDesSys announces OpenClip for bonzai 3D
AutoDesSys introduces OpenClip technology plugin for PowerCADD 8 users who work with formZ or bonzai 3D
Vue 8.5 xStream and Infinite Details
e-on Software releases details on upcoming Vue 8.5 xStream and Infinite digital nature creating suites
New Renderworks Tutorials Available
Nemetschek adds Remarkable Renderworks to its self-guided Tutorial Series
Autodesk releases Homestyler beta design app
Autodesk launches easy-to-use, free online home design software as a service (SaaS)
Mac native AutoCAD 2011 sighted in beta SDK
Autodesk AutoCAD 2011 Mac beta build could be in the works. Code snippets from SDK for ObjectARX seem to indicate evidence of Mac port says AutoCAD blog site.
Tidbits: Vectorworks, Luxion and Craft Studios
Mac CAD and 3D News: In tidbits today we have news of a key Vectorworks Service Pack for VW 2010; Luxion reseller news for KeyShot in European markets and Craft Animation news regarding their plugins for leading 3D product suites from Autodesk.
AutoDesSys bonzai 3D Webinar announced
formZ maker AutoDesSys to host key webinar on bonzai 3D.
Maxon announces acquisition of Py4D
Maxon Computer acquires Python solutions maker Py4D from Tuningchannel. Key programmer Sebastian Rath to continue to manage Python connection to CINEMA 4D.
Vectorworks training course: Boston
Vectorworks training course in Boston in May. Introduces “best practices” into individual workflow.
Tidbits: ArchiCAD and Vectorworks BIM events
Mac CAD and 3D News: We have event news for both ArchiCAD and Vectorworks Architect.
Nemetschek IPD/BIM white paper now available
Nemetschek North America releases white paper on BIM/IPD.
Released: first BIM application for iPhone & iPad
First BIM related app for the Apple iPhone is out the door and the promises for the iPad are even stronger.
ArchiCAD powers Hungarian Pavilion at 2010 Shanghai World Expo
Hungarian Pavilion for 2010 Shanghai World Expo was designed using ArchiCAD. Innovative design uses Gomboc influence.
Caedium brings CAE to Mac
CAE for Mac gains another tool with Caedium 2.1 for Mac OS X. Runs on Snow Leopard and Leopard and functions identically to Windows and Linux versions.
Tidbits: ArchiCAD, Vectorworks and other news
Tidbits: Mac CAD and 3D News: We have tidbits on an excellent example of what is possible in ArchiCAD 13 with the latest ArchitectsJURY competition, plus some exciting Vectorworks news and two interesting Onuma BIMStorm events to register to online.
AutoDesSys releases formZ 6.7
AutoDesSys has updated formZ to version 6.7 – new AutoCAD 2010 support and updated ACIS kernel by Spatial Corporation.
Autodesk Maya 2011 announced – Mac now 64 bit
Autodesk intros Maya 2011 at GDC Event – New 64-bit Mac support plus upgraded FBX utilities and upgraded integration with Final Cut Pro.
Tidbits: Spatial, Unity and DAZ news
Mac CAD and 3D News: In today’s tidbits we have some interesting news about DAZ’s merger with Gizmoz and their focus on 3D avatars, plus good news on Unity 3 and Spatial’s improving partner programs.
Architosh ships 2010 BIM Survey Participants Report
Architosh ships the 2010 BIM Survey Participants Report.
The Mis-Information of BIM
The Mis-Information of BIM is doing more damage than good and it will not help the adoption of BIM along if it actually contradicts the logic that many AEC professionals will immediately put to the questions of BIM adoption.