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Create 2D views from 3D object with Flatshot

Create 2D views from 3D object with Flatshot

Nov 22, 2013 | 3D CAD, Featured, Info Transfer, Power Tools

Video included! In this CAD tip we look at creating 2D views from a 3D object that we’ve imported into AutoCAD. To create it we use a command called FLATSHOT.

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Importing 3D STEP file into AutoCAD

Importing 3D STEP file into AutoCAD

Nov 7, 2013 | 3D CAD, Featured, Info Transfer, Power Tools

This post shows how to import a 3D STEP file into AutoCAD, and how to change the 3D object’s orientation to align properly . . .

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Architecture & Design: Future Buildings in Dubai

Architecture & Design: Future Buildings in Dubai

Oct 31, 2013 | 3D CAD, Featured, News and Views, Revit

I read an interesting article on some architectural projects being built, planned or proposed in Dubai. The designs are eye-opening, to say the least.

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Transitioning a firm from AutoCAD to Revit

Transitioning a firm from AutoCAD to Revit

Oct 21, 2013 | Featured, News and Views, The Human Side

The CAD to BIM transition is on the minds of many firms today, and it’s a tough challenge, whether your firm is large, small, or in between. Around the world, we’re in a time of major change in our digital design and documentation tools.

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House built of cardboard tubes

House built of cardboard tubes

Oct 18, 2013 | News and Views

Japanese architect Shigeru Ban built a house using a skin made primarily of cardboard tubes, giving new meaning to the idea of recycling cardboard.

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Sizing Text in CAD Dimensions

Sizing Text in CAD Dimensions

Oct 8, 2013 | Featured, Quality Control, Settings and Options

Text in AutoCAD dimensions can be puzzling. This post will cover some basic concepts and two different approaches to controlling the size of text in dimensions. . .

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