In this class, Kevin O'Connor from Parsons Corporation and Rick Larson from Autodesk will define augmented reality (AR) and how it differs from mixed reality and virtual reality; review current state of AR; identify use cases for AR in infrastructure; review best practices to prepare an InfraWorks model and scenario for use in the InfraWorks iPad application; demonstrate AR using the InfraWorks iPad application; and discuss use of AR to display proposed models for a rail project.

Augmented reality—or supplementing real-life experiences with computer-generated images (think Google Glasses)—is a rapidly evolving market. A recent study released by CCS Insight predicts that the augmented-reality hardware market alone will reach $4 billion by 2018. As design studios consider how they can become more inventive and effective in the future, augmented reality is definitely playing a role as they consider how to blur the lines between physical and digital prototypes. In this class Brian Pene, director of emerging technology at the office of the CTO at Autodesk, Inc., shares insights into the trends and new technology that his team is researching and involved with. Specifically, Brian will talk about the new types of both input and display interfaces that have recently become available, as well as the possibilities with interactive real-time 3D experiences. He’ll also talk about how you can apply this technology to design problems of particular concern to automotive design, such as the improvement of perceived quality.

Often when systems are installed or after systems are laser scanned, we discover issues that lead to rework. Augmented reality (AR) has been a buzzword in construction for quite some time, and it’s a technology that can improve the installation verification process—but it’s still not widely used. In this session, we’ll identify the advantages of using AR during the design phase and the construction phase, and for facilities management. This class will also identify the different ways to improve communication workflow through AR.

Inspired by the gaming industry, Royal HaskoningDHV introduced augmented reality (AR) to engineering consultancy by bringing to life the firm’s projects through Microsoft HoloLens showcases. An early example is Heerlen Railway Station (see https://bit.ly/2xySKFw). Aspiring to stay at the forefront of digital engineering, we since developed various AR applications to let both engineering consultants and relevant stakeholders truly interact with holograms. Highlights include shared-view solutions to work from different locations, holographic libraries from which to select objects and solutions, and synchronization solutions to push designs back to Revit software. Our industry talk will aim to provide an inspiring vision on the digital future of architecture, engineering, and construction; the role of AR in realizing digital twins; and valuable lessons from our AR applications development agenda.

In this class, you will learn how to view your designs in-place using Augmented Reality on DAQRI smart devices. We will see how data created in any application (Revit, Inventor, Fusion, etc.) can be brought into DAQRI devices a using visualization pipeline that prepares the content for live viewing in Unity based applications. Since CAD models are typically heavy and difficult to visualize on wearable devices, we will explore ways to optimize the content for best viewing performance. We will also look at configuration steps to align model edges with the real world building or machinery. You will learn how existing content in BIM 360 can be shown live in Augmented Reality on DAQRI devices to increase productivity and reduce errors associated with design interpretation. Finally, we will demonstrate how IoT enabled asset data can be shown in Augmented Reality. The material in this class is designed to complement your existing design visualization workflows.

It is no small thing to leave a mark on our fast-changing, complex world. As architects, we design for people in one of the most permanent design fields. This lasting impact makes inclusive design our foremost value and responsibility. To do this, we need to develop a deep awareness of the social, cultural, and environmental needs of the people we serve. The proliferation of the digital toolset has given us the ability to transcend traditional architectural practice for the first time in generations. Capitalizing on augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), we have the ability to better understand the people who inhabit our buildings by simulating experiences related to vision, mobility, and communication. We can’t expect to truly comprehend an individual’s contextual and cumulative experiences, but if we are able to tap into others’ abilities and sensorial comprehension, our designs can be more sensitive to the broader community and cause fewer impediments in the built environment.

Soon after the successful launch of PokEmon GO, Royal HaskoningDHV started exploring the applicability of Augmented Reality in engineering consultancy. Early 2017 we presented our first HoloLens Showcase of Heerlen Railway Station in the Netherlands. Initially intended as a new way to present our deliverables to customers, our showcase drew curiosity from a much wider audience: ranging from residents living nearby the railway station to customers new to our business. HoloLens Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCSd1eLvxrU Virtual Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQjUW24Qz0I&t=16s Further inspired by the gaming industry, we identified various promising and valuable AR applications for the AEC industry. This led to a development agenda to allow for more integrated design and engineering as well as virtually-guided construction and maintenance. Moreover, we believe that AR will allow us to fully engage both clients and users in a truly co-creative design process. In short, interactive design and engineering with Augmented Reality. Together with various launching customers and in partnership with Cadac Group, we are now developing a suite of applications to allow both engineering consultants and relevant stakeholders to truly interact with holograms including shared view solutions to work from different locations, holographic libraries to select objects and solutions from, and synchronisation solutions to push designs back to Revit. These and similar developments and closely tied to the emergence of Digital Twins for the Built Environment in which Royal HaskoningDHV is seeking to take a leading role. At Royal HaskoningDHV, we believe Augmented Reality will disrupt the AEC industry and will play a pivotal role in realising Digital Twins. We are eagerly looking forward to share our AR development endeavour and deliverables at Autodesk University to a broad audience.

A difficult task comes with constructing a complex building: properly showing those who are building how to build the building. The next stage comes with the further advancement of 3D modeling: erecting building parts and assemblies on a mobile device. This class is targeted toward designers, fabricators, and installers who want to learn how to properly demonstrate the way to build their products through augmented realty animation. They can then deliver these animations to the on-site installers who can virtually see components come together in their physical areas. This class will focus on using models from Revit software and/or Inventor software and recreating a building animation utilizing Augmented Reality software.

In this session, we will reveal how augmented reality (AR) creates unparalleled context for the design and coordination of multidisciplinary civil design projects. Learn how your favorite tablet can become a powerful site coordination and communication portal unlike any other we've had before. Dive in with us to understand how existing conditions data aids the effectiveness of AR, and what that looks like. The presentation will use InfraWorks software to showcase how this new design accessibility tool has benefitted real clients, stakeholders, and design teams. We'll show the workflow for taking a fully developed InfraWorks model and utilizing AR to view the model on-site via a table or a smartphone. The presentation will focus on an actual transportation project that used InfraWorks and AR to clearly demonstrate a project design to the client and stakeholders both in the office and on the site.

This class will explore the world of augmented reality (AR). AR can create an interactive experience for all stakeholders to work together by looking at the model from different perspectives. Most importantly, you can use this tool to engage and excite your internal and external clients. We will examine how to apply AR to different phases of construction, from inception to completion. We will demonstrate an easy workflow to quickly create an AR model using 3 primary tools: Revit software, 3ds Max software, and Inglobe Technologies. The AR experience will enable project teams to collaborate and communicate more effectively. This session features Revit and 3ds Max. AIA Approved

Modern communication lets people to talk to each other almost anywhere at any time. But using audio and video conferencing is very different than face-to-face communication. In this talk, we will show how we can use augmented reality (AR), reality capturing, and Autodesk technologies to create new types of connected design collaboration experiences that overcome limitations of traditional technology. We will share how to turn intelligent models with 3ds Max software into immersive experiences. We will show how 3D capture technology lets 3D models of people be captured and transmitted to different locations. When combined with AR displays such as Microsoft HoloLens, these technologies let users see, hear, and interact with remote participants in 3D as if they were actually present in the same physical space, and at the same time collaborate with 3D design models. This enables engineers to collaborate over distance, provides a deeper understanding of the design, and enables better-informed decisions in less time.

Capturing progress data directly from the construction site is essential for streamlining the daily responsibilities of project superintendents. The availability of building information modeling (BIM)-based data in the Autodesk Build Assets tool, together with augmented reality (AR) progress reporting from sites through GAMMA AR, now provide an intuitive and reliable approach to progress tracking. Our case study will focus on the successful implementation of these technologies in a hospital project led by Batson-Cook Construction, a KAJIMA Company. We'll detail the strategies employed to effectively organize site teams for optimal data collection, the structuring of intelligent models to facilitate accurate progress tracking, and the automated processes we developed to maintain project schedules and timely payments. The presentation will conclude with a summary of best practices and essential insights gained from the experience.

Emerging technologies—such as augmented reality (AR), reality capture, and wearable technology—are reducing project costs, improving communication and collaboration with remote teams, and letting us experience information in a way never possible before. In this presentation, we’ll share experiences from a large natural- and built-asset firm regarding how we’re using AR to deliver enhanced value to our clients in multiple ways: 1) on-site, full-scale AR design visualization; 2) 360-degree reality capture; and 3) hands-free remote communication and documentation. Attendees will learn the workflows for each application and value captured by clients and staff. Our examples will include integrations with Revit software, Navisworks software, and BIM 360 software, and we’ll examine use of hardware and software like Microsoft HoloLens, RealWear HMT-1, 360-degree cameras, VisualLive, Librestream Onsight Connect, and HoloBuilder.

When it comes to construction, accuracy is key. A recent study revealed that up to 80% of all construction work is built out of tolerance. This means that errors are only identified after the work has been completed and the costs incurred. To avoid these costly mistakes, it’s important to adopt technology that supports speed and efficiency while also ensuring accuracy. In this class, Coral Butler from PM Group will explore how XYZ Reality's engineering-grade augmented reality (AR) platform saved £2.5 million on a large, hyperscale, data-center project. As building it right, first time becomes a major objective, discover how the world’s first augmented-reality-for-quality (ARQ) workflow was plugged into BIM 360 software to allow for real-time verification, making engineering-grade AR an invaluable tool.

Intangible heritage, globally, is under threat from aggressive urbanization and globalization, particularly in developing nations like Vietnam. To safeguard Vietnamese oral traditions, social practices, festive events, and childhood play, the project Play to Preserve the Past uses augmented reality (AR) to undertake a nuanced exploration of creative practice methodologies and considerations for creating immersive AR experiences. Central to this pursuit, the research endeavors to explore the question: How can creative practitioners harness the potentials of AR for seamless transmission of intangible cultural heritage?

This class will examine emerging technologies that support the design and construction industry. Technologies we will discuss may include augmented reality, immersive environments, fabrication and prefabrication, mobile computing, 3D printing, and laser scanning.

Standard construction management technologies are an inefficient use of modern tools for coordination, documentation, and acceleration during construction. S.M.A.R.T. technology enables efficiency and communication with the team anywhere in the world. This class will showcase the case study of a $1.6 billion airport project and how S.M.A.R.T. technology was implemented to streamline the construction process through virtual and augmented reality. Attendees will see firsthand how a 4K 360-degree camera was used to scan and produce point clouds for existing conditions, virtually document punch lists, and record imaging for archiving. In addition, attendees will learn how smart glasses were integrated with BIM 360 tools to review 3D models in current field conditions while virtually collaborating with designers, engineers, the contractor, and clients concurrently.

New technologies such as virtual and augmented reality are on the verge of reinventing design and how ideas are communicated. You may have seen these demonstrated via Oculus Rift or Google Cardboard for entertainment applications.  Learn how this technology can impact your product development cycle and make sharing ideas with customers more concrete. GPU accelerated rendering integrated into common CAD and AEC visualization applications is another trend expanding visualization options by accelerating photorealistic rendering and simplifying workflows.   See how easy and fast photorealistic images can be created using the latest technology from Dell and AMD.