Parametric objects to represent concrete blocks

摘要

In CAD systems based on the concept of BIM (Building Information Modeling) – BIMCADs, each construction component is represented by a parametric object thatencapsulates information such as space attributes, descriptive attributes and a specificbehavior. In one recent project for small public buildings construction in the state ofSanta Catarina, Brazil, the designers had opted to use these objects to represent aconstructive system based on structural masonry with standardized concrete blocks.Through the use of these objects it was possible to guide the designers during thedrawings and consequently avoid errors of conception. Furthermore, the use of theseobjects allowed generating drawing details and bricklayer position automatically, thusreducing the time consuming in this task.