Open BIM process in DIALux evo: What we are currently working on for you
We are constantly working to further optimize the Open BIM process for you. Since the release of DIALux evo 13, we have noticed a significant increase in imported IFC files - a clear sign that our previous improvements are having an effect. In this article, we give you an overview of the latest developments.
Showing and hiding objects and object groups
To give you a better overview during lighting design, it will soon be possible to show or hide individual objects and object groups in IFC and DWG designs with just one click.
For example, you are working in a room with a lot of furniture. You will soon be able to simply switch this to invisible, while in the project tree you will always have an overview of which objects are currently shown or hidden.
Improved area views
It is often the case that components such as walls or floors can protrude from their area view. This has a disturbing effect in the visualization. We are working on a new method that will make area views look even better.
In addition, it often happens in IFC models that components are drawn in their correct position in the model but can be found elsewhere in the IFC structure. These can then be missing in the working views. In future, DIALux evo will search for these missing components in the structure and then assign them to the area views. These can then be fully calculated and documented.
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Further developments
We are also currently working on being able to better display IFC 4 models in DIALux evo. In principle, IFC 4 files can already be loaded with DIALux evo 13, but 3D information is not yet fully processed. This function will be added in the next development stages.
For large models, we are planning a piece-by-piece calculation method to further improve the performance and efficiency of calculations in DIALux evo.
In future, it will also be possible to combine several IFC files in one project. For example, outdoor areas, buildings and objects stored in different files can be easily merged into one project.
With these innovations, we want to ensure that your work with DIALux and open BIM becomes even easier and more efficient. We'll keep you up to date!