D-STUDIO VIRTUAL BUILDER ESSENTIALS As construction projects become more sophisticated every day, project managers need accurate and dynamic tools to control budget, time, risk and quality during the whole project life-cycle. The xD Virtual Builder Suite helps to do so : visualize, analyze and optimize the building process before the start, manage during execution and analyze afterwards.

D-studio xD Virtual Builder is first of all a powerful time-based 4D/5D/xD visualization solution. Build around a SQL database it operates in C/S or stand-alone mode. All relevant data –CAD, schedule, cost, …- is linked to xD Objects and dynamically synchronised with the original datasources, which facilitates continuous update. Multiple complex functions analyse and manage the project-model. Whereas reports and other output is generated automatically. xD Project models can easily be shared on the Internet. It’s open and generative architecture opens up an endless scope of possible applications within the field of Building and Project Information models. It’s modular approach and intuitive user-interface serves every user’s need: whether it concerns planner, manager or client. And perhaps most important of all, the solution is based on real projects and real user’s needs.

xD BUILDER � the PLANNER’s toolbox � create xD models � dynamic links with data sources � project model stored in relational database � analysis and conflict studies � time-space-navigation � filtering � document-production and reporting � publish and share information � 2D and 3D graphs � loop back towards AutoCAD � customisation by scripting language.

xD VIEWER � the MANAGER’s toolbox � view xD model � project model in XML file � analysis and conflict studies � time-space-navigation � document-production and reporting � filtering � publish and share information � customisation by scripting language.

xD BROWSER � for ALL � share xD model on Intranet/Internet � project model in XML file � filtering �

time-space-navigation � select viewpoints � simple user-interface � ready for embedding in corporate website

'In our opinion the D-studio 4D Virtual Builder is a value added tool in enabling the decision makers with an visual overview of critical steps the project requires to make in achieving success...' -Frank

Konings, KLIAPLAN, Malysia-

D-STUDIO VIRTUAL BUILDER ESSENTIALS HIGHLIGHTS

� Significant set of powerful reporting and document production tools to publish process information. Powerpoint-presentations, movies, pdf-reports, … are generated on-the-fly.

� Easy-to-use user-interface with drag-and-drop functionalities. � Multiple data-source interfaces for connection with AutoCAD, Microstation, MS Project,

Primavera, Powerproject, … etc � SQL Database for a real project model. Datagrid for xD Object manipulations. � Modular structure for simplified workflow management: xD Builder for planners, xD Viewer for

managers, xD Browser for all. � Publish and sharing of 4D/xD models on corporate Websites. Combine with webcams and web

applications. � Powerful analysis : visualization of time-space conflicts, time-based graphs, 2D en 3D graphs,

… . � Integration with third-party applications and business processes based on open standards. C/S

architecture with database standards like MySQL, SQLserver, Oracle, … . � Complete and powerful navigation tools. � Build in network scheduling tool with guidance for critical path, planning constraints, … � XML-based visualization and treatment of xD model within AutoCAD. � Customization scripting language.

FIELDS OF APPLICATION URBAN STUDIES De xD Virtual Urban Planner focuses on complex large-scale multi-partner urban projects with a variety of geo-referenced and related data. Insight in change processes and urban evolution is the first objective. CONSTRUCTION PROCESS De xD Virtual Builder serves the more classic dynamic visualisation of the complex building process. 3D/2D CAD models are completed with logistic streams and other relevant data and transformed into a multidimensional model.

MOVEMENTS AND SPACE PLANNING xD MoveManager and xD RoomManager, are developed for interactive in-house movements and space management. Both applications use plan-lay-outs, CAD data, stacking and blocking scheme’s, … etc.

While merging 2D/3D information with plain information, like required space, and visualized through time, large scale movements can be checked and analyzed before and during execution. It’s all a

piece of cake with the D-studio xD MoveManager.

D-STUDIO VIRTUAL BUILDER ESSENTIALS D-STUDIO D-studio is specialized in ICT-solutions for the management of construction and infrastructural projects. We offer solutions and services for all construction partners striving for the best efficiency and quality control during the design and building process as well as during the full building life-cycle. D-studio combines the eagerness of a young and dynamic team with a experience of more the 2 decades for partners. We started back in 1985 to explore and use 3D CAD. We now have expertise in GIS, AEC, CAFM, town planning, project management and visualization. D-studio has very strong relations with the academic and educational world. Both through teaching and research activities. This permits us to keep track with the exploration and experimental use of IT solutions. D-studio has a growing partner network throughout the EU and the rest of the world

REFERENCES

D-studio has been making 4D and xD studies since 1999. Our CAD experience goes even back to 1984. All our solutions are developed in close collaboration with construction professionals, project managers and future users.

2de kamer, Den Haag, NL - 314ter, Leuven, B - 3DBP, Amsterdam, NL - Amsterdam Noord, NL – Amsterdam Zuidas, NL - Arcadis, Amersfoort, NL - BBL(ING), Brussels, B - Bewonersgroep Heliodon, B - Cosep sa., Namen, B - CRAI, F - DAE Architecten, Mechelen, B - Erasmus Ziekenhuis Rotterdam - Euro Immo STAR, Brussel, B - Europol, Den Haag, NL - Eurostation, Bussel, B - Gemeente Utrecht, POS, NL - Gemeente Zaanstad, Zaanstad, NL – Gemeente Heerhugowaard, NL – Gent Sint Pieters projectgebied, Gent, B - Ideografo, Lissabon, P - Johan Verleye, Architect, Mechelen, B - KLIAplan, Kuala Lumpur, My - Lahon and Partners, Brussel B - MACE, London, UK - Mark Lauwers Architect, Mechelen, B - Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap, afdeling Luchthavens ,B, Deurne Airport - Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap, Leefmilieu en infrastructuur, Antwerpen - Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap, Leefmilieu en infrastructuur, Brugge - NH Nederland, Hotel Krasnapolski, Masterplan, Amsterdam, NL - NHoteles, Madrid, S - Ockenburgh Groep, Amsterdam, NL - PIDPA, Antwerpen, B - Gemeente Pijnacker, NL - PRC Bouwcentrum, NL – PRCKM kosten management , NL - Primavera Nederland, NL - Procos, Antwerpen, B - Rabobank, Utrecht, NL - Rechtbank Zwolle , NL - Regiplan, Amsterdam, NL - Reinier De Graaf Ziekenhuizen, Delft, NL - Samyn and Partners, Brussel, B – Gemeente Schiedam, NL - SCS, Amsterdam, NL - Sicoma, Amsterdam, NL - Sint LukasWerkgemeenschap, Brussel, B - SISMO, Laarne, B - STAR APIC, Luik, B - Stationseiland, Amsterdam, NL - Storme Van Ranst, Antwerpen, B - TV SAM, Antwerpen, B - Uni Brescia, Brescia, I - Universitaire Ziekenhuizen Leuven, Leuven, B – Viecuri Medisch Centrum, Venlo; NL - Vrienden van de Abdij van Grimbergen, Grimbergen, B - Wenk Sint-Lucas, Gent, B - Wenk, Pict EU researchproject, B – Valtos Architecten, Rotterdam, NL - Witteveen en Bos, Amstelveen, NL ….

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