Talkin' about a revolution... again

Article Abstract:

The impending release of interoperable software from CAD manufacturers is expected to mend the fragmented US construction industry. Efforts by such groups as the International Alliance for Interoperability will result in construction industry software that will bring together the different parties of the industry. Interoperable software will permit constant communication between the architects, engineers, owners, contractors and facility managers of any construction project.

Product information, Computer aided design, Applications software

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National CAD standard

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The National Institute of Building Sciences, the American Institute of Architects, the Construction Specification Institute and the US Dept of Defense's Tri-Service Technology Center have proposed the US National Computer-Aided Design Standard (CAD). The National CAD Standard was proposed to enable members of building teams to understand construction document developed by anyone. An engineer said that the benefits of the CAD innovations were not in the physical design but in the meanings of the designs.

Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Computer-Aided Design

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Shake, rattle and roll

Article Abstract:

General Motor Corp's (GM) Noise and Vibration Analysis Laboratory in Milford, MI, is among the three winners of the 1999 Integrator Award given by the magazine, 'Consulting-Specifying Engineers.' The sophisticated facility, which was built by architectural and engineering firm, Harley Ellington Design, integrates process equipment and control systems to protect company equipment and employees from the hazards of daily work. GM's Noise and Vibration Analysis Laboratory houses multiple testing chambers that twist rattle and shake motor vehicles for performance and safety testing.

Public affairs, Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Motor Vehicles, General Motors Corp.

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