Usage of Navigation tool , Timeliner and Clash Detection test using Naviswork
### Task 1: Export Revit Models to Navisworks Cache File
**Aim**:
To export the architectural and structural models developed in Revit to Navisworks Cache files (.nwc) using the specified export settings.
**Tools**:
1. Autodesk Revit
2. Export settings as discussed in class
**Procedure**:
1. Open Autodesk Revit.
2. Load the architectural and structural models developed in Weeks 6 to 8.
3. Go to `File` > `Export` > `NWC`.
4. Configure the export settings as per the guidelines discussed in class (e.g., combining shared coordinates, level of detail).
5. Export both models individually to `.nwc` files and save them.
**Results**:
- Architectural model exported to `architecture.nwc`.
- Structural model exported to `structure.nwc`.
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### Task 2: Walkthrough Animation Using Navigate Tool
**Aim**:
To navigate through the Revit model in Navisworks and record the walkthrough as an animation.
**Tools**:
1. Autodesk Navisworks
2. Navigate tool
**Procedure**:
1. Open Navisworks.
2. Load the `architecture.nwc` and `structure.nwc` files.
3. Use the `Navigate` tool and select `Walk`.
4. Move through the rooms in the model.
5. Go to `Viewpoint` > `Record` to start recording the walkthrough.
6. Save the recorded walkthrough animation.
**Results**:
- A recorded walkthrough animation saved in the Navisworks file.
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### Task 3: Realism Feature Walkthrough
**Aim**:
To enhance the walkthrough of the Revit model using the realism feature in Navisworks and record it as an animation.
**Tools**:
1. Autodesk Navisworks
2. Navigate tool with Realism settings
**Procedure**:
1. Open Navisworks.
2. Load the `architecture.nwc` and `structure.nwc` files.
3. Go to `Viewpoint` > `Realism` > `Scene Settings`.
4. Adjust realism settings such as gravity and collision.
5. Use the `Navigate` tool to walk through the model with realism enabled.
6. Go to `Viewpoint` > `Record` to start recording the realistic walkthrough.
7. Save the recorded realistic walkthrough animation.
**Results**:
- A recorded realistic walkthrough animation saved in the Navisworks file.
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### Task 4: Clash Detection
**Aim**:
To perform clash detection between the architectural and structural models, analyze the clashes, and document the results.
**Tools**:
1. Autodesk Navisworks
2. Clash Detective tool
**Procedure**:
1. Open Navisworks.
2. Load both `architecture.nwc` and `structure.nwc` files.
3. Go to `Home` > `Clash Detective`.
4. Create a new clash test by selecting the architectural model against the structural model.
5. Run the clash detection test.
6. Review and categorize the clashes:
- Approved Clashes
- Clashes to be Neglected
- Clashes to be Resolved
7. Color code the clashes based on their status.
8. Save the clash detection results.
9. Annotate and save views of the resolved clashes.
**Results**:
- Clash detection test results saved in Navisworks.
- List of approved, neglected, and resolved clashes.
- Annotated views of resolved clashes saved.
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### Task 5: Timeliner Schedule Simulation
**Aim**:
To create a project schedule using the Timeliner feature in Navisworks, simulate the task completion, and record the timeline simulation.
**Tools**:
1. Autodesk Navisworks
2. Timeliner tool
**Procedure**:
1. Open Navisworks.
2. Load the `architecture.nwc` and `structure.nwc` files.
3. Go to the Timeliner tool.
4. Add tasks with reasonable start and end dates based on project assumptions.
5. Link tasks to the corresponding model elements.
6. Go to the `Simulate` tab and run the project schedule simulation.
7. Record the simulation and save it within the Navisworks file.
**Results**:
- A recorded timeline simulation of the project schedule saved in the Navisworks file.