The ultimate goal of these tools and workflow is to improve MEP BIM coordination communication with project teams. The Navisworks add-in provides a means to automate clash metrics progress reporting, visualize clash data, and make model data meaningful and accessible for various project stakeholders. This workflow requires Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Microsoft Power BI, and Navisworks API to access the desired Clash Detective data for exporting. The tools and workflow are designed to have Navisworks Manage coupled with Microsoft Power BI to deliver multiple interactive visual reports in Power BI. However, this respository focuses on the Navisworks API add-in. The included Power BI template is only for reference and testing.
Environment setup regarding application development logistics.
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Application features and specs for Navisworks Manage add-in
Software Required
Navisworks Model Preparation & Clash Detective Setup Requirements
User Interface
Overall workflow from Navisworks Manage to Power BI
The Clash Data Exporter add-in has two modules:
User prompted to specify focus zone associated with exported data and project disciplines
Power BI Reports
Below highlights specific API features implemented to access and export specific Clash Detective Data
How API is mapped to data in Clash Detective UI for OPEN clashes
How API is mapped to data in Clash Detective UI for CLOSED clashes
Export from Clash Test module
Export from Total Objects by Discipline module