1. AutoCAD
Autodesk is a formidable name in the construction industry because of this product. Ancient enough to sprout myths about itself, AutoCAD is the number one 3D modeling and 2D drafting software known to people. It started as a purely drafting application, and then evolved into a Virtual Design and Construction giant.
2. Revit
From Autodesk again, Revit is a pure BIM application that is presently the biggest name in the AEC consortium. It has been with us since the beginning of the century.
Revit is exceptional in architectural planning and documentation due to its ability to hold limitless amounts of details inside the drawings, and its parametric modeling approach.
3. SketchUp
SketchUp has been a dear to anyone who ever tried their hand at 3D modeling. Initially cheap, it still remains the most affordable design and modeling solution. While not really BIM per se, there are plenty of powerful plugins for SketchUp that can turn it into a real BIM application.
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Published By
Arka Roy
www.bimoutsourcing.com
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