Autodesk Navisworks 2010 Solutions
This document details support provided by the current release of Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions (including Autodesk Navisworks Review, Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage) for: CAD file formats. Laser scan formats. CAD applications. Scheduling software. NOTE: When referring to Navisworks or Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions in this document this does NOT include Autodesk Navisworks Freedom 2010, which only reads NWD or 3D DWF files. Product release version: 2010
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Contents

Supported CAD File Formats.... 6 Supported Laser Scan Formats.... 7 Supported Applications.... 8 Autodesk..... 8 AutoCAD 2004 to 2010... 8 ADT 3.3 to 2007, AutoCAD Architecture 2008-2010... 8 Building Systems, AutoCAD MEP 2008-2010... 9 Autodesk Inventor 5 to 11, 2009-2010... 9 AutoCAD Civil 3D 2004-2010...10 MDT 6 to 2009....10 Revit 4 to 7....10 Revit Building 8.1 to 9.1, Revit Architecture 2008-2010..10 Revit Structure 2 to 4, 2008-2010...11 Revit Systems, MEP 2008-2010...11 Autodesk 3ds Max 3 to 2010....11 Autodesk VIZ 4 to 2008....12 Autodesk Maya....12 Bentley.....12 AutoPLANT....12 MicroStation SE.....13 MicroStation J....13 MicroStation v8 to 8.5, XM (8.9)....14 ProSteel 3D (formerly from Kiwi Software GmbH)..14 TriForma J....14 TriForma v8 to 8.9....15 Graphisoft....15 ArchiCAD 6.5 to 7....15 ArchiCAD 8 to 12....16 Constructor 2005 to 2007....16 AceCad....16 StruCad.....16 auto.des.sys....16 form.z....16 AEC.....17 CADPIPE.....17
AVEVA.....17 PDMS.....17 CADopia.....17 IntelliCAD.....17 CEA Technology....18 Plant-4D.....18 COADE, Inc....18 CADWorx Plant....18 CADWorx Pipe....18 CADWorx Steel....18 COINS.....19 BSLink....19 Framing.....19 CSC....19 3D+....19 Dassault Systemes....20 CATIA.....20 Google.....20 SketchUp (up to v6)....20 Hannappel SOFTWARE GmbH...20 elcoCAD R4....20 Intergraph....20 PDS.....20 Informatix....21 MicroGDS....21 ITandFactory....21 CADISON....21 TRICAD MS....22 Kubotek USA....22 CADKEY....22 M.A.P.....22 CAD-Duct.....22 McNeel North America....23 Rhino....23 Mensch und Maschine....23 RoCAD....23 MultiSUITE....23 MultiSTEEL....23
Nemetschek....24 Allplan.....24 PROCAD....24 3DSMART....24 PTC.....24 Pro/ENGINEER....24 CADDS 5.....24 QuickPen....25 PipeDesigner 3D....25 DuctDesigner 3D....25 RAM International....25 CADstudio....25 SolidWorks....26 SolidWorks....26 Tekla.....26 Tekla Structures.....26 Xsteel....26 think3....26 thinkdesign....26 UGS....27 I-deas....27 Solid Edge....27 NX (Unigraphics)....27 FactoryCAD....27 UHP Process Piping....28 FabPro Pipe....28 x-plant.....28 x-plant.....28 Supported Scheduling Software...29

Autodesk Navisworks 2009 Solutions
Supported CAD File Formats
Navisworks has its own native file formats (.nwd,.nwf,.nwc); however Autodesk Navisworks solutions can additionally read a combination of many popular 3D CAD formats. The following table lists the CAD file formats currently supported by Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions.
Format Navisworks AutoCAD MicroStation (SE, J, V8 & XM) 3D Studio ACIS SAT CIS/2 DWF PDS Design Review IFC
Extension.nwd.nwf.nwc.dwg,.dxf
Format IGES Inventor Informatix MicroGDS JT Open 1 RVM SketchUp STEP STL VRML
Extension.igs.iges.ipt.iam. ipj

.dgn.prp.prw

.man.cv7
.3ds.prj.sat.stp.dwf.dri.ifc
.jt.rvm.skp.stp.step.stl.wrl.wrz
JT Open support to JT Open specification v8i rev B.
Supported CAD File Formats | 6
Supported Laser Scan Formats
The following table lists the laser scan formats currently supported by Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions.
Format ASCII Laser File Faro Leica Riegl
Extension.asc.txt.fls.fws.iQscan.iQmod.iQwsp.pts.ptx.3dd Native file NOT supported. Convert to ASCII laser file.zfc.zfs

Trimble

Supported Laser Scan Formats | 7

Supported Applications

The following table is a non-exhaustive list of CAD applications and properties currently supported by Autodesk Navisworks 2010 solutions, along with any additional information that may be necessary to review your project files in Navisworks software.
Exporter Native Format Other Properties Format

Autodesk

AutoCAD 2004 to 2010 AutoCAD Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from AutoCAD software as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native AutoCAD.dwg file format, which can be read
directly into Navisworks.
Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported
by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. ADT 3.3 to 2007, AutoCAD Architecture 2008-2010 AutoCAD Architecture Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Navisworks can read AutoCAD Architecture 2010.dwg files, without the necessity to
install an Object Enabler.
In order to read an ADT 2004 to 2007 or AutoCAD Architecture 2008 to 2009.dwg
file into Navisworks, you will need to install the corresponding Object Enabler. For ADT 2007 and AutoCAD Architecture 2008 to 2009 this applies even if you have the application installed. In order to read an ADT 3.3.dwg file into Navisworks, you need the ADT2004 (or later) object enabler installed on the same machine. NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
From ADT/AutoCAD Architecture software you can export to.nwc or.nwd. Navisworks supports AutoCAD Architecture object properties and these can be

viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Automatic Properties are also supported for AutoCAD Architecture. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage software support ADT/AutoCAD Architecture textures.
Supported Applications | 8
Exporter Building Systems, AutoCAD MEP 2008-2010 AutoCAD MEP Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Navisworks can read AutoCAD MEP 2010.dwg files, without the necessity to install

Native Format

Other Properties Format
an Object Enabler. In order to read a Building Systems 2007 or AutoCAD MEP 2008 to 2009.dwg file into Navisworks, you will need to install the corresponding Object Enabler. In order to read an earlier version (pre-2007) Building Systems.dwg file into Navisworks, you need the Building Systems 2007 (or later) object enabler installed on the same machine. NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
From Building Systems/AutoCAD MEP software you can export to.nwc or.nwd. Navisworks supports Building Systems/AutoCAD MEP object properties and these
can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk Inventor 5 to 11, 2009-2010 Inventor Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks 2010 now supports Inventor properties and these can be viewed in the
'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. In order to read an Inventor software file into Navisworks, you either need Inventor 5 (or higher), Inventor Design Tracking 5 (or higher), or Inventor View installed on the same machine as Navisworks (youll need to install either the same or later version relevant to the file you wish to read). Inventor View can be downloaded from support.autodesk.com. If you are using an Inventor Project file, (*.ipj) you will need to set this as the Active Project in Navisworks, prior to opening your assembly drawings (*.iam). You can set the Active Project either by opening your *.ipj file in Navisworks, or by going to Tools > Global Options > File Formats > Inventor, then enter the full path and file name of your *.ipj file (e.g. C:\my Inventor projects\project 1.ipj). Once loaded, you can then Open the corresponding assembly drawing(s) as usual.

Navisworks can export.nwc files directly from Revit Systems/Revit MEP software.
You will need to install Navisworks on the same machine as Revit Systems/Revit MEP. Revit properties are supported. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk 3ds Max 3 to 2010 3ds Max Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS, IGES
To view your 3ds Max model in Navisworks, you will need to have 3ds Max software
installed on the same machine. Then, simply export to.nwc for use in Navisworks.
Navisworks does not support.max files, so you cannot read the native file format
directly into Navisworks. NOTE: Navisworks Simulate and Manage both support the export of textures and materials from 3ds Max.
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Exporter Autodesk VIZ 4 to 2008 Viz Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
To view your VIZ model in Navisworks, you will need to have VIZ software installed
on the same machine. Then, simply export to.nwc for use in Navisworks. Navisworks does not support.max files, so you cannot read the native file format directly into Navisworks. NOTE: Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage both support the export of textures and materials from Autodesk 3ds Max. Autodesk Maya Maya Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, VRML
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs.iges and.wrl.wrz.

Bentley

AutoPLANT AutoPlant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read an AutoPLANT DWG file into Navisworks, you will first need to install the AutoPLANT Object Enabler.
NOTE: When using an object enabler, choose one of the same or later version as the authoring application, and then ensure the corresponding (Navisworks) loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
You can also export to.nwc or.nwd if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine as AutoPLANT.
NOTE: To ensure geometry is rendered correctly when reading a DWG file into Navisworks, or exporting from AutoPLANT, ensure the render type is set to Shaded in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > Render Type.

Supported Applications | 12
Exporter MicroStation SE MicroStation SE Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation SE if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.
NOTE: For optimum file fidelity we recommend the NWC (or NWD) Exporter from within MicroStation whenever possible. MicroStation J MicroStation J Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation J if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Intergraph PDS object information can be read from.drv files and DMRS and database linkage and association ID's are also supported. These can be viewed in the Properties window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.
NOTE: For optimum file fidelity we recommend the NWC (or NWD) Exporter from within MicroStation whenever possible. NOTE: For exporting numerous files from MicroStation we recommend using the Perl script installed with Navisworks (by default in, C:\Program Files\Autodesk\Navisworks [Review/Simulate/Manage] 2010\Tools).
Supported Applications | 13
Exporter MicroStation v8 to 8.5, XM (8.9) MicroStation v8 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP, VRML
Models can be exported as NWC or NWD files from MicroStation V8 if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks supports the native MicroStation V8 dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties, such as colors and ambient, diffuse and shininess properties of materials from.pal and.mat palette and material files are supported. Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Autodesk Navisworks Manage support MicroStation materials and textures.
NOTE: For optimum file fidelity we recommend the NWC (or NWD) Exporter from within MicroStation whenever possible. NOTE: For exporting numerous files from MicroStation we recommend using the Perl script installed with Navisworks (by default in, C:\Program Files\Autodesk\Navisworks [Review/Simulate/Manage] 2010\Tools). ProSteel 3D (formerly from Kiwi Software GmbH) ProSteel 3D Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS, CIS/2

Graphisoft

ArchiCAD 6.5 to 7 ArchiCAD 6.5 to 7 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
ArchiCAD can export to the Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for ArchiCAD files. ArchiCAD can also save files as.dwg,.dxf and.dgn formats. These can be read directly by Navisworks. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.
Supported Applications | 15
Exporter ArchiCAD 8 to 12 ArchiCAD 8 to 11 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IFC
ArchiCAD can export to Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for ArchiCAD files. ArchiCAD can also save files as.dwg,.dxf,.dgn and.ifc formats. These can be read directly by Navisworks. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.
Constructor 2005 to 2007 Constructor Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN
Constructor 2005 can export to the Navisworks.nwc file format. Navisworks does NOT have a direct reader for Constructor 2005 files. Object properties, such as GUIDS and Library Part Parameters can optionally be exported with the Navisworks file.

AceCad

StruCad StruCad Details Other Formats DXF, CIS/2
StruCad files can be viewed in Navisworks, if they have been saved as.dxf or.stp format. Object properties are not supported.

auto.des.sys

form.z form.z Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS, IGES, STL, VRML
Navisworks supports all of the above file formats, which form.z can export to.
Supported Applications | 16
CADPIPE CADPIPE Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
To view CADPIPE object properties in Navisworks, you may need to turn on the Convert Object Properties option. To do this, go to Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > Advanced and select the CADPIPE option. Any CADPIPE properties can then be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADPIPE 'Industrial' and 'Commercial' cannot be used at the same time. If both are installed, then industrial is used. You can disable either or both by going to Tools > Global Options > Registry > Current User > CADPIPE. Change the version you require to one (1) and disable the other version by changing that value to zero (0).

PDMS PDMS Details Other Formats RVM
Navisworks can read.rvm files exported from PDMS. AVEVA Review.rvs files are also supported. These require the same filename as the.rvm file. PDMS attribute files are supported, output using either the 'Dump Attributes' or 'Datal' formats. These can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

CADopia

IntelliCAD IntelliCAD Details Other Formats DWG, DXF
Navisworks supports the native IntelliCAD.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
Supported Applications | 17

CEA Technology

Plant-4D Plant-4D Details Other Formats DWG, DGN
Navisworks has file readers for.dwg and.dgn files, both of which are supported by Plant-4D.

COADE, Inc.

CADWorx Plant CADWorx Plant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADWorx piping, steel, and equipment data is fully supported by Navisworks.
CADWorx Pipe CADWorx Pipe Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. The legacy product, CADWorx Pipe, is fully supported by Navisworks.
CADWorx Steel CADWorx Steel Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADWorx as either.nwc or.nwd format, if you have Navisworks installed on the same machine. Supported Applications | 18

Exporter

Navisworks also provides support for.dwg files enabling native CADWorx models to be read directly into Navisworks. CADWorx object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. CADWorx Steel is fully supported by Navisworks.
BSLink BSLink Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a BSLink file into Navisworks, you either need BSLink installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or AutoCAD installed complete with the BSLink object enabler. If BSLink is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. With Navisworks installed on the same machine, simply export to.nwc or.nwd. In Navisworks, object properties can be viewed in the 'BSLink' tab in the 'Properties' window. To open the properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
Framing Framing Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a Framing file into Navisworks, you either need COINS Framing installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or ADT installed complete with the Framing object enabler. If COINS Framing is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. If Navisworks is installed on the same machine, simply export to.nwc or.nwd. In Navisworks, object properties can be viewed in the Framing tab in the Properties window. To open the properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
3D+ 3D+ Details Other Formats DWG, CIS/2
3D+ has a Navisworks Exporter, enabling you to export a Navisworks file out of 3D+. Also see the 3D+ website for information on their 3D+ Navisworks Reader. This is a plug-in to Navisworks, enabling you to read the native.3nwc file format in Navisworks. 3D+ object properties are supported by Navisworks via either of the above routes. Supported Applications | 19

Dassault Systemes

CATIA CATIA Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs,.stp and.jt files, all of which can be exported from CATIA. STEP is the preferred exchange format.

Google

SketchUp (up to v6) SketchUp Details Other Formats DWG, 3DS
SketchUp.skp files can be read directly into Navisworks. Texture materials are supported in Navisworks Simulate and Manage. Grouping objects in SketchUp will make it easier to use the model in Navisworks, for example applying Presenter materials, or attaching objects to TimeLiner tasks. Google SketchUp 7 files can be saved as an earlier version (e.g. version 6 SKP file), which can then be read into Navisworks.

Hannappel SOFTWARE GmbH

elcoCAD R4 elcoCAD R4 Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from elcoCAD as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native elcoCAD.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

Intergraph

PDS PDS Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IGES, STEP
Intergraph PDS will save the model geometry in a.dgn file and the property information in a.drv file. Both files are required by Navisworks to read the model with object properties. Supported Applications | 20
In Navisworks, go to Tools > Global Options > DGN, scroll down and check the 'Convert PDS Data' option. Ensure the.dgn and.drv files reside in the same directory. Navisworks will then import the model, along with its properties. PDS object properties can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties. If Navisworks has been installed onto the same machine as Intergraph PDS, you will be able to export from PDS as a Navisworks.nwc or.nwd file.

Informatix

MicroGDS MicroGDS Details Other Formats MAN
Navisworks supports the native MicroGDS.man file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Colors and Materials from the file are supported. The.man File Reader options can be found in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > MAN.

ITandFactory

CADISON CADISON Details Other Formats DXF, 3DS
Navisworks can directly read CADISON.dwg files, utilizing the.dwg file reader. In order to read a CADISON file into Navisworks, you either need CADISON installed on the same machine as Navisworks, or you will need to install the CADISON Object Enabler. If CADISON is installed, the object enabler is not necessary.
NOTE: When using an object enabler, ensure the corresponding loader version (year) is selected in Tools > Global Options > File Readers > DWG/DXF/SAT > DWG Loader Version.
With either CADISON or the Object Enabler installed, simply open the CADISON.dwg file in Navisworks. If CADISON is installed on the same machine as Navisworks, then you can also export to.nwc or.nwd. Exporting a Navisworks file from CADISON also retains the models object properties that can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
Supported Applications | 21
Exporter TRICAD MS TRICAD Details Other Formats VRML
If TriCAD MS is installed on the same machine as Navisworks, then you can also export to.nwc or.nwd. Exporting a Navisworks file from TRICAD MS also retains the models object properties that can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

Nemetschek

Allplan Allplan Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, DGN, IFC
All Plan files can be viewed in Navisworks if they have been saved in one of the above formats. Object properties are not supported.

PROCAD

3DSMART 3DSMART Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
With 3DSMART installed on the same machine as Navisworks, you can read your DWG file directly into Navisworks, utilizing the DWG file reader. You can also export a.nwc or.nwd file directly from 3DSMART.
Pro/ENGINEER Pro/ENGINEER Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, VRML, JT
You can read your Pro/ENGINEER models into Navisworks via any of the above file formats.
CADDS 5 CADDS 5 Details Other Formats IGES, STEP
You can read CADDS 5 3D models into Navisworks, by exporting either an IGES or STEP file from CADDS 5 and then utilize either the Navisworks.igs, or.stp file readers.
Supported Applications | 24

QuickPen

PipeDesigner 3D PipeDesigner 3D Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from PipeDesigner 3D as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks if the relevant Object Enabler is installed. Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.
DuctDesigner 3D DuctDesigner 3D Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from DuctDesigner 3D as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks if the relevant Object Enabler is installed. Object properties, (such as Material Colors and Entity Handles) are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

RAM International

CADstudio CADstudio Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from CADstudio as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native CADstudio.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Object properties are also supported by Navisworks and these can be viewed in the 'Properties' window. To open the Properties window, go to View > Control Bars > Properties.

Supported Applications | 25

SolidWorks

SolidWorks SolidWorks Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP, VRML, JT
SolidWorks models can be exported to DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP, VRML or JT format which can then be read into Navisworks.
Tekla Structures Tekla Structures Details Other Formats DGN, VRML, CIS/2
Tekla Structures can export to the.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Tekla Structures can additionally output to CIS/2. This may then be converted to VRML using the translator from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (see the NIST website for more information). The VRML file can then be read directly into Navisworks. Limited object properties are supported via the.dgn route.
Xsteel Xsteel Details Other Formats DGN
Xsteel can export to the.dgn file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks. Limited object properties are supported via the.dgn route.

think3

thinkdesign thinkdesign Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, IGES, STEP
Navisworks has file readers for.dwg/.dxf files and also.igs and.stp files.
Supported Applications | 26
I-deas I-deas Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
Navisworks has file readers for.dxf,.igs.stp and.jt files.
Solid Edge Solid Edge Details Other Formats IGES, STEP, JT
Solid Edge can export to IGES STEP and JT files, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
NX (Unigraphics) NX Details Other Formats DXF, IGES, STEP, JT
FactoryCAD FactoryCAD Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
In order to read a FactoryCAD file into Navisworks, you either need FactoryCAD or the FactoryCAD object enabler installed on the same machine.
If FactoryCAD is installed, the object enabler is not necessary. Simply export to.nwc or.nwd.
Supported Applications | 27

UHP Process Piping

FabPro Pipe FabPro-Pipe Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from FabPro Pipe as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native FabPro Pipe.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.

x-plant

x-plant x-plant Details Other Formats DWG, DXF, 3DS
Models can be exported from x-plant as either.nwc or.nwd format. Navisworks also supports the native x-plant.dwg file format, which can be read directly into Navisworks.
Supported Applications | 28
Supported Scheduling Software
The following table contains a list of the project scheduling software and formats supported by Autodesk Navisworks Simulate 2010 and Autodesk Navisworks Manage 2010.

Developer Product

File Format

Powerproject 8 to 10.pp

Requires Asta Powerproject to be installed on same machine, to make link. Requires Microsoft Project to be installed on same machine, to make link. Requires P3 to be installed on same machine. The file format is not read directly. Instead, TimeLiner logs into P3 and retrieves project information. Requires Primavera v4.1, 5 or 6 Engineering and Construction to be installed on same machine, along with the Primavera SDK. TimeLiner connects to the Primavera database via an ODBC data source link. Does not require any project software to be installed. This is the common project exchange format which can be exported to from a number of scheduling packages. Does not require any project software to be installed. This is a common exchange format which can be exported from a number of applications including, Microsoft Excel. Navisworks Simulate and Manage can additionally export TimeLiner task information to this format.

Microsoft

Project 2000 to 2007.mpp

Primavera

ProjectPlanner (P3)
Primavera Engineering and Construction
Microsoft Project Exchange Format

CSV Exchange Format

Supported Scheduling Software | 29

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By enabling existing detailed 3D design models to be aggregated and shared for review between all project stakeholders, Autodesk Navisworks solutions are at the heart of your building information modeling (BIM) workflow. BIM is the creation and use of coordinated and computable information about a construction project during and beyond the design and build phase. Autodesk Navisworks software applications combine design data created by applicationssuch as the AutoCAD and Revit families of productswith geometry and information from other design tools that can be reviewed in real-time as an entire 3D project, in multiple file formats and regardless of file size. Navisworks software products provides stakeholders a wholeproject view for improving design decision making, construction documentation, and performance prediction and planning, straight through to management and operation of the facility.
The Autodesk Navisworks software family consists of four products to help you and your extended teams experience enhanced control, and use existing 3D design data to gain insight and predictability to improve productivity and quality on even your most complex projects. Autodesk Navisworks Manage software is the comprehensive review solution used by design and construction management professionals for smooth-running projects. Navisworks Manage combines precise faultfinding analysis and interference management together with dynamic 4D project schedule simulation and photorealistic visualization.
Autodesk Navisworks Simulate software offers precise replication of design intent and modeling of 4D construction schedules, enabling previsualization of construction projects. Virtually experiencing your project in a visual context before physical work begins enables more complete evaluation and verification of the materials and textures appropriate to your intended design.
Autodesk Navisworks Review software enables whole-project real-time visualization and review of various file formats regardless of file size.
Autodesk Navisworks Freedom software is the free* viewer for files in Autodesk Navisworks NWD and 3D DWF TM formats.
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Autodesk Navisworks software solutions enable project design and building professionals to unite their contributions into a single, synchronized building model rich in information.
Autodesk Navisworks Manage Coordinated, Consistent, Complete Including all the functionality of both Autodesk Navisworks Review software and Autodesk Navisworks Simulate software with powerful clash detection capabilities, Autodesk Navisworks Manage software provides the most comprehensive Navisworks design review solution for your construction project. Enabling consistent, coordinated, and complete construction documentation, Navisworks Manage streamlines workflow across your organization and extended teams, helping to reduce waste, increase efficiency, and reduce change orders. Navisworks Manage delivers real-time visualizations, enabling walk-through and exploration of complex 3D models and all the project information they contain without the need for preprogrammed animation or advanced hardware. Through effective identification, inspection, and reporting of potential interferences in a 3D project model, Navisworks Manage reduces error-prone manual checking. Navisworks Manage enables users to check time and space coordination, improving site and workflow planning. Control and peace of mind are enhanced through advanced analysis and coordination of 3D designs. Early fault prediction and error recognition help to prevent eventual, more costly, miscalculations. Combine 3D data in multiple formats, no matter what file size, into a comprehensive, realistic building information model for viewing and analyzing all digital information. Autodesk Navisworks Manage combines precise fault-finding with hard, soft, clearance, and timebased clash management. Quickly review and cross-check geometry created by competing 3D design software. Maintain a complete and valuable record of all interferences found throughout your project. Check for time and space coordination and greatly reduce workflow issues at the planning stage. Point- and line-based clashing enable coordination of a laser-scanned as-built environment with the virtual model.

Autodesk Navisworks Simulate Where Design Meets Deadline Autodesk Navisworks Simulate software significantly enhances the real-time visualization capabilities of Autodesk Navisworks Review with easier creation of images and animations, as well as dynamic linking of existing 3D models and project schedules. Navisworks Simulate helps design and building professionals share and combine output for creation of clear, descriptive content that demonstrates design intent, validates decisions, and authenticates schedules. At any time in the process, replicate entire projects through photorealistic visualizations and 4D construction schedules that both demonstrate and explain design and build options. Navisworks Simulate enables you to quickly apply or read textures, materials, and lights to or from existing 3D models. You can also apply RPC content to your existing models. Navisworks Simulate enables project stakeholders to see the future results of their work through interactive, realistic renderings and walk-throughs. 4D simulations and object animations simulate design intent, stimulate design ideas, and enable exploration of every design possibility. In addition, the software enables smooth, shared review at every stage of the creative process, helping to reduce errors, enhance quality, and save time and money. Simulation in 4D enables better planning and helps identify risk at the earliest possible stage, reducing potential waste. By providing a clear, common understanding of design intent, construction plans, and current project status, Navisworks Simulate demonstrates construction schedules by linking 3D model data to project schedules for fast 4D visualization. Navisworks Simulate enables more complete emulation of the appearance and construction of your project. Experiencing your project before it is real, at any time in the process, makes for more accurate planning and less guesswork.
Autodesk Navisworks Review Visualize, Explore, Experience Autodesk Navisworks Review software extends access to existing design data to enable real-time visualization, exploration, and experience of 3D projects before they are real. Accessible building information models enable project stakeholders to focus and collaborate more effectively, and provide valuable information after the designing and building is over. Dynamic navigation and an intuitive project review toolkit improve understanding of even the most complex 3D models. Compatible with most major 3D design and laser scan formats, Navisworks Review can quickly combine 3D files into one shared virtual model, enabling stakeholders to review geometry, object information, and linked ODBC databases. Collision detection, gravity, and a third-person view further improve the realism of the Navisworks Review experience. Quickly create and output animation and viewpoints into still pictures or movie formats. Cross-sectioning, markup, measurement, and text overlay capabilities are also available, together with the ability to play back content created in Autodesk Navisworks Simulate. Autodesk Navisworks Freedom Freedom to View All simulations and output saved in NWD format using Navisworks Review, Navisworks Simulate, or Navisworks Manage can be viewed with Autodesk Navisworks Freedom, the free* viewer that works just like it sounds. Navisworks Freedom offers design professionals an invaluable means of communication with compressed, secure, and streamable project review files in NWD format. A practical solution to streaming large CAD models, NWD files require no model preparation, third-party server hosting, setup time, or ongoing costs. Files may also be viewed in 3D DWF format. Effective collaboration is achieved through easier communication of design intent, collaborative reviews of stakeholder contributions, and sharing of all results.

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