This VE Tech Tip explores how to use the latest Pollination workflow within Revit, to easily export geometry, for import into the VE in native geometry format. It...
The VE allows users to import data from Open Street Map (OSM) directly into IESVE. This lets us quickly import additional geometry data, to add surroundings & context to our...
This VE Tech Tip explores how to use the Pollination tool, to easily export accurate geometry from Rhino, for import into the VE. It covers: Using the Pollination plug-in...
The VE allows users to export model geometry from SketchUp to the VE using the IESVE SketchUp Plugin. Changes to the geometry can be made in SketchUp and then applied to the VE...
This VE Tech Tip explores how to use the legacy Pollination workflow within Revit, to easily export accurate geometry, for import into the VE. It covers: How to use the...
In our latest Python in the VE article series we look at Utilising External Libraries and Genetic Optimisation Using PyGAD. External Libraries What? How to use non-bound...
The VE software allows users to import gbXML files to improve interoperability for a streamlined workflow. This VE Tech Tip explores how to prepare geometry within a Revit...
In our latest Python in the VE article we look at a script that uses publicly available non-domestic operational energy use data (from UK display energy certificates - DECs) to...
The Input Data Visualisation feature in the VE allows users to view an assortment of variables within their model, to support improved quality control and checking of assigned...
Tabular Space Data allows users to rapidly inspect and modify standard thermal attributes, internal gains and air exchanges for spaces in their models. In this Tech Tip, we...
Peak cooling coil loads can often occur during either the Monthly Design Dry-Bulb conditions or the Monthly Design Wet-Bulb conditions. As a continuation of ASHRAE Heating and...
Master Templates can support increased modelling productivity in the VE, allowing users to import and merge VE model data from a source master template into their current...
The space groups function within the VE allows users to group spaces in their model according to various criteria. Space groups are especially useful if you commonly work on...
Our latest Python in the VE series instalment covers benchmarking consumption data. What? In this article we look at a script that uses publicly available data (CBECS) on...
This Tech Tip demonstrates quick ways to draw openings from architectural elevations, within the VE. This VE Tech Tip explains: How to quickly add openings, once the...
Key-in functions allow users to enter commands or positional information in the VE using keyboard shortcuts. This Tech Tip looks at using key-ins as an optional method for command...