CYBER-PHYSICAL LINK
(Association Virtual Data&Pysical Tags)
OPTION 1: AUTODESK BIM360
BIM360 is an Autodesk cloud-based collaboration tool.
Scanning is completed using the built-in “Barcode Scanner”. BIM FIELD displays the 3D assembly model with the selected component highlighted in a different colour.
Strengths
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Ability to link physical components and virtual models without any additional step.
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Offers tools such as documents sharing, timeline review, internal mail communication, and track changes.
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Assist in clash detection
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Powerful project management tool
Weaknesses
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Still in the development stage.
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Not user-friendly.
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Need extensive training before use.
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Compatibility issues with Inventor.
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Subscription not included in the Autodesk Advance Manufacturing Collection. Will need a separate subscription.
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OPTION 2: AUTODESK A360
A360 lacks having many of the tools that BIM360 offers, including the barcode scanner. However, it can search for specific components in the 3D model by typing the Unique Identifying Number (UIN). provide accurate measures of existing sites.
Strengths
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Tasks such as viewing, manipulating, measuring and finding data can be quickly done using A360.
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Can be linked to QR codes.
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User friendly
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Can provide accurate measures of virtual models and existing sites.
Weaknesses
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Misses the collaborations tools of BIM360
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Doesn't have the built-in "Barcode Scanner"