AutoCAD Architecture (abbreviated as ACA) is a version of
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's flagship product,
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, with tools and functions specially suited to
architecturalFor a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of architecture. Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings and other physical structures for human shelter or use....
work.
Architectural objects have a relationship to one another and interact with each other intelligently. For example, a window has a relationship to the wall that contains it. If you move or delete the wall, the window reacts accordingly. Objects can be represented in both 2D and 3D.
In addition, intelligent architectural objects maintain dynamic links with construction documents and specifications, resulting in more accurate project deliverables.
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AutoCAD Architecture (abbreviated as ACA) is a version of
AutodeskAutodesk, Inc. is an American multinational corporation that focuses on 2D and 3D design software for use in architecture, engineering and building construction, manufacturing, and media and entertainment. Autodesk was founded in 1982 by John Walker, a coauthor of early versions of the company's...
's flagship product,
AutoCADAutoCAD is a CAD software application for 2D and 3D design and drafting, developed and sold by Autodesk, Inc. Initially released in late 1982, AutoCAD was one of the first CAD programs to run on personal computers, and notably the IBM PC...
, with tools and functions specially suited to
architecturalFor a topical guide to this subject, see Outline of architecture. Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings and other physical structures for human shelter or use....
work.
Architectural objects have a relationship to one another and interact with each other intelligently. For example, a window has a relationship to the wall that contains it. If you move or delete the wall, the window reacts accordingly. Objects can be represented in both 2D and 3D.
In addition, intelligent architectural objects maintain dynamic links with construction documents and specifications, resulting in more accurate project deliverables. When someone deletes or modifies a door, for example, the door schedule can be automatically updated.
AutoCAD Architecture uses the
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file format but an object enabler is needed to access, display, and manipulate object data in applications different from AutoCAD Architecture.
Version history
| Official name |
Version |
Release |
Date of release |
Comments |
| AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 1 |
N/A |
1 |
1998, October |
Platform: AutoCAD R14 |
| AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 2 |
15.0 |
2 |
1999, July |
Platform: AutoCAD 2000 |
| AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 2i |
15.1 |
3 |
2000, July |
Platform: AutoCAD 2000i |
| AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 3 |
15.1 |
4 |
2000, December |
Platform: AutoCAD 2000i |
| AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 3.3 |
15.6 |
5 |
2001, June |
Platform: AutoCAD 2002 |
| Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2004 |
16.0 |
6 |
2003, March |
Platform: AutoCAD 2004 |
| Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2005 |
16.1 |
7 |
2004, April |
Platform: AutoCAD 2005 |
| Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2006 |
16.2 |
8 |
2005, April |
Platform: AutoCAD 2006 |
| Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007 |
17.0 |
9 |
2006, April |
Platform: AutoCAD 2007 |
| AutoCAD Architecture 2008 |
17.1 |
10 |
2007, March |
Platform: AutoCAD 2008 |
| AutoCAD Architecture 2009 |
17.2 |
11 |
2008, March |
Platform: AutoCAD 2009; first release available for the x86-64In processor design, x86-64 is an extension of the x86 instruction set. It allows far larger virtual and physical address spaces than x86, doubles the width of the integer registers from 32 to 64 bits, increases the number of integer registers, and provides other enhancements...
windows version of XP and Vista. |
| AutoCAD Architecture 2010 |
18.0 |
12 |
2009, March |
Platform: AutoCAD 2010 |
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