Exploring Autodesk Revit 2023 for Structural Engineers

This book covers topics of Revit 2023 from basic to advance by using various examples from real-life situation

KEY FEATURES  

• Consists of 10 chapters that are arranged in a pedagogical sequence.
• Comprehensive coverage of concepts and tools covering the scope of the software.
• Contains 566 pages, 20 tutorials, about 25 exercises, and more than 200 illustrations.
• Real-world engineering projects used in tutorials, exercises, and explaining various tools and concepts.
• Step-by-step examples to guide the users through the learning process.
• Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes.
• Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge.

DESCRIPTION 

Exploring Autodesk Revit 2023 for Structure is a comprehensive book that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and the professionals who are involved in the AEC profession. This textbook enables the users to harness the power of BIM with Autodesk Revit 2023 for Structure for their specific use. In this textbook, the author emphasizes on physical modeling, analytical modeling, rebar modeling, steel element cutting tools, structural steel connections and quantity scheduling. Also, Exploring Autodesk Revit 2023 for Structural Engineers book covers the description of various stages involved in analyzing the model in Robot Structural Analysis software. This book is specially meant for professionals and students in structural engineering, civil engineering, and allied fields in the building industry. In this book, along with the main text, the chapters have been punctuated with tips and notes to give additional information on the concept, thereby enabling you to create your own innovative project.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Structural Modeling
• Creating a Project Template
• Creating Beams and Columns
• Adding Slabs and Foundations
• Adding Trusses and Joists
• Massing and Families
• Advanced Tools
• Sheets and Families

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

Structural Modeler, Drafter, Steel Detailer, Structural Designers, Civil Engineer,  BIM Modelers, Revit Designers

1. Introduction to Autodesk Revit 2023 for Structure
2. Getting Started with a Structural Project
3. Setting up a Structural Project
4. Structural Columns and Walls
5. Foundations, Beams, Floors, and Open Web Joists
6. Editing Tools
7. Documenting Models and Creating Families
8. Standard Views, Details, and Schedules
9. 3D Views, Sheets, Analysis, Reinforcements, and Massing
10. Linking Revit Model with Robot Structural Analysis

Student Project

Prof. Sham Tickoo is currently working as a Professor at Purdue University Northwest, USA. He received MS in Industrial Technology (1989) from Northern Illinois University, Illinois, USA; and MS in Industrial and Management Engineering (1980) from the University of Lowa, Lowa City, USA. Before joining Purdue University in 1987, Prof. Tickoo has worked as a Design Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, and Software Developer.

Prof. Sham Tickoo has Authored/Co-Authored books on several major CAD/CAM/CAE & Animation software packages like SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro/Engineer, Siemens NX, Autodesk AutoCAD, Customizing AutoCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD LT, Solid Edge, Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Fusion 360, Autodesk AutoCAD MEP, Autodesk Alias, Customizing AutoCAD, Creo, Autodesk 3ds Max, 3ds Max Design, Autodesk Inventor, Mechanical Desktop, and VIZ. In addition to North America, his books have been translated and published in Russia, Japan, India, South Korea, and Serbia. These textbooks have brought unmatched pride and recognition to the Engineering Technology department and Purdue University. Prof. Tickoo has obtained over $24 Million software grant from ANSYS, IBM, and Siemens. He has also developed a web site that provides free teaching and learning resources to faculty and students. Since 1992, over half a million users have visited his web site and are using the resources on a regular basis.