Autodesk Revit - Don Bokmiller, Simon Whitbread, Plamen Hristov - Mastering Autodesk Revit MEP 2014: Autodesk Official Press [2013, PDF, ENG] + Code

Mastering Autodesk Revit MEP 2014: Autodesk Official Press

Год: 2013
Автор: Don Bokmiller, Simon Whitbread, Plamen Hristov
Издательство: Sybex
ISBN: 978-1-118-60419-9
Серия: Autodesk Revit
Язык: Английский
Формат: PDF
Качество: Изначально компьютерное (eBook)
Интерактивное оглавление: Да
Количество страниц: 744
Описание: The ultimate reference and tutorial to harness the power of Revit MEP
This Autodesk Official Press book will help you develop your expertise with Revit MEP's core concepts and functionality. Based on the authors' years of real-world experience, this comprehensive reference and tutorial has been updated to cover all of the new features of Revit MEP, and includes best practices, techniques, tips, tricks, and real-world exercises to help you hone your skills.
Shows how to use the interface effectively, explains how to create and use project templates, and details ways you can improve efficiency with worksharing and collaboration
Addresses generating schedules that show quantities, materials, design dependencies, and more
Looks at creating logical air, water, and fire protection systems; evaluating building loads; and placing air and water distribution equipment
Covers lighting, power receptacles and equipment, communication outlets and systems, and circuiting and panels
Zeroes in on creating water systems, plumbing fixtures and their connectors, water piping, and more
Featuring real-world scenarios and hands-on tutorials, this Autodesk Official Press book features downloadable before-and-after tutorial files so that you can compare your finished work to that of the professionals. It's the perfect resource for becoming a Revit MEP expert.

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Оглавление
Introduction xxv
Part 1 * General Project Setup 1
Chapter 1 * Exploring the User Interface 3
The Ribbon 3
Using Tabs 4
Using Contextual Tabs 10
Using Family Editor Tabs 10
Customizing the Ribbon 12
Quick Access Toolbar 13
User Interface Features 14
Options Bar 14
Properties Palette 15
View Control Bar 17
Status Bar 21
Info Center 21
Exchange Apps 22
User Interface Control 22
Menus and Settings 23
Keyboard Shortcuts 25
Graphics 27
Context Menus 28
The Bottom Line 30
Chapter 2 * Creating an Effective Project Template 31
Understanding Templates 32
Understanding the Project Browser Organization 32
Determining Which Views Are Grouped Together 33
Sorting Views within Groups 34
Determining the Number and Types of Views Needed 35
Setting the Number of Levels 36
Working with Plan Types 37
Creating a Working View 37
Choosing Display Settings for Views 37
Visibility Settings for Template Views 39
Visibility Settings Shortcut: View Templates 45
Schedule Views 46
Establishing Project Settings 48
Object Styles 48
Drafting Line Settings 49
Export Settings 54
Annotation Styles 58
Project Units 62
Project Phases 63
Defining Preloaded Content and Its Behavior 66
Annotation Families 66
Component Families 68
System Families 71
MEP Settings 74
Creating Sheet Standards 77
Titleblocks 77
Sheet Organization 77
Preset Sheets (Not Placeholder Sheets) 78
The Bottom Line 81
Chapter 3 * Worksets and Worksharing 83
Understanding Central Files 83
Creating a Central File 84
Creating a New Workset 88
Working with Local Files 91
Creating a Local File 91
Synchronizing a Local File with the Central File 93
Managing and Using the Power of Worksets 96
Taking Ownership of Worksets 97
Working with Model Elements and Their Worksets 98
Controlling Visibility and Worksets 102
Enhancing Communication 106
The Bottom Line 108
Chapter 4 * Project Collaboration 109
Preparing Your Files for Sharing 109
Working with Linked Revit Files 112
Linking Revit Files 112
Using Shared Coordinates 115
Managing Revit Links 117
Controlling Visibility of Revit Links 119
Coordinating Elements within Shared Models 124
Monitoring Elements 125
Responding to Change Alerts 129
Reconciling Hosting 130
Maintaining Project Coordination 132
Working with Files from Other Applications 133
Linking CAD Files 133
Exporting Your Revit File to a CAD Format 136
Using Image Files in a Revit Project 138
Setting Options for Quality Control 141
Using Autodesk Revit Server 144
Using Cloud-Based Solutions 144
The Bottom Line 145
Chapter 5 * Multiplatform Interoperability: Working with 2D and 3D Data 147

2D Data Types 148
MicroStation 2D DGN 148
DXF 149

2D Data for Standard Details 149

2D Data for Plans, Sections, and Elevations 151

3D Data Types 158
Revit Project File 158
Revit Family File 161
ADSK 161
IFC 162
AutoCAD DWG 163
SketchUp 163
Other File Formats 163
Point Clouds 164
The Bottom Line 165
Chapter 6 * Parameters 167
Understanding Parameter Basics 168
Choosing the Correct Parameter 168
Naming Parameters 168
Using Type Parameters 169
Using Instance Parameters 171
Setting Parameter Discipline, Type, and Grouping 172
Using Parameters in Families 175
Dimensional Parameters Lock Function 176
Parameter Types 176
Type Catalogs 178
Formulas 181
System Parameters 182
Lookup Tables 183
Using Shared Parameters 184
Using Parameters in Projects 189
Project Parameters 189
Parameters in Schedules 191
Creating and Using Parameters in Families and Schedules 193
View and Sheet Parameters 195
Working with Formulas 197
Sample Conditional Statements 198
Rounding 198
The Bottom Line 199
Chapter 7 * Schedules 201
Defining Schedules 201
The Fields Tab 203
The Filter Tab 206
The Sorting/Grouping Tab 208
The Formatting Tab 209
The Appearance Tab 213
Editing a Schedule 213
Scheduling Component and System Family Data 217
Mechanical Equipment Schedules 217
Lighting Fixture Schedules 218
System Family Schedules 220
Model Component Schedules 223
Using Schedules for Design and Analysis 225
Schedule Keys 226
Panel Schedules 229
Using Schedules for Project Management 231
Sheet List 232
View List 233
Note Block 234
The Bottom Line 236
Part 2 * Autodesk Revit MEP for Mechanical Design 237
Chapter 8 * HVAC Cooling and Heating Load Analysis 239
Modeling Spaces for Building Load Analysis 239
Creating Spaces 240
Placing Spaces 241
Creating a Space Properties Schedule 241
Modifying Space Properties 242
Creating Zones 245
Setting Building Construction Options 247
Performing Heating and Cooling Load Analysis 249
Load Analysis 251
Weather Data 252
Outdoor Air Infiltration 253
Sliver Spaces 253
Details 254
Heating and Cooling Loads Report 256
Performing Conceptual Energy Analysis on Your Building 259
Setting Up the Model 259
Keeping It Simple 262
Performing Energy Simulation 263
Analyzing Duct and Pipe System Pressure 264
Exporting gbXML Data to Load-Simulating Software 264
The Bottom Line 267
Chapter 9 * Creating Logical Systems 269
Managing Systems 269
Why Are Systems Important? 269
Mechanical Settings 271
System Browser 272
Setting Up Air Systems 273
Understanding Parameters 274
Creating Mechanical Systems 277
Setting Up Piping Systems 281
Understanding Parameters 282
Creating Pipe Systems 283
Creating Fire-Protection Systems 286
Setting Display Properties of Systems 286
Understanding Child and Parent Relationships in Revit Systems 287
Using System Filters 288
The Bottom Line 292
Chapter 10 * Mechanical Systems and Ductwork 293
Air Distribution Components 293
Mechanical Equipment Components 295
Air Conditioning/Handling Units 295
VAV Boxes 296
Ductwork 297
Duct Types and Routing 301
Creating New Duct Types 302
Using Automatic Duct Routing 302
Using Manual Duct Routing 307
Duct Sizing 312
Choosing a Duct Sizing Method 314
Using the Duct Routing Tools 319
The Bottom Line 322
Chapter 11 * Mechanical Piping 323
Mechanical Pipe Settings 323
Creating Piping Systems 324
Creating Pipe Types 326
Defining Fitting Angles 327
Selecting Fittings for Routing Preferences 329
Choosing Pipe Materials and Sizes 329
Adjusting the Pipe Sizing Table 329
Using the Fluids Table 330
Pipe Routing Options 331
Automatic Pipe Routing 331
Manual Pipe Routing 332
Pipe Fittings 338
Using Pipe Fitting Controls 339
Placing Valves 339
Adding Piping Insulation 340
Defining Systems Visibility through Filters 340
The Bottom Line 343
Part 3 * Autodesk Revit MEP for Electrical Design 345
Chapter 12 * Lighting 347
Efficient Lighting Design 347
Spaces and Lighting 347
The Reflected Ceiling Plan 350
Lighting Worksets 351
Lighting Analysis 352
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