Autodesk has been granted a patent for a computer-implemented method that generates building designs for complex-shaped sites. The method involves processing areas, building footprint legs, numerical simulations, and iterative modifications of geometric parameters to create candidate building designs. GlobalData’s report on Autodesk gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Autodesk, AI assisted CAD was a key innovation area identified from patents. Autodesk's grant share as of May 2024 was 36%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Computer-implemented method for generating building design for complex shapes
A computer-implemented method for generating building designs on complex-shaped building sites has been granted a patent (Publication Number: US12014307B2). The method involves generating processing areas, building footprint legs, and joining them at an aperture angle to create candidate building designs. A numerical simulation is performed to determine positions for processing areas within the building footprint legs, allowing for the modification of geometric parameters through user input. Performance metrics such as construction cost, future expansion suitability, and workflow efficiency are measured and used to generate updated candidate building designs with different geometric parameter combinations.
Furthermore, the patent includes instructions stored on non-transitory computer-readable storage media for executing the method steps, such as determining related processing areas, removing excess space from designs, and measuring performance metrics. The method utilizes a packing algorithm within a computer-aided design software application for the numerical simulation. Additionally, a computer system with processors and memory is configured to generate, simulate, and display candidate building designs based on user input and iterative modifications to geometric parameters. The method aims to streamline the building design process for complex sites, considering various performance metrics to optimize the final design.
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