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AutoCAD Map 3D: Features & Specifications

Built on the New AutoCAD 2008 Platform

Built on the latest release of AutoCAD® software, Autodesk Map® 3D 2007 software is enhanced with a suite of mapping tools. It contains all the features and functionality of AutoCAD® 2007, which is automatically installed with AutoCAD Map 3D.

Data Access Capabilities

AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 introduces new data access capabilities that let you unlock spatial data anywhere in your organization with direct simultaneous read and write access to almost every relational database or file format commonly used by GIS professionals. Access spatial databases such as ESRI® ArcSDE® and Oracle®. Use Microsoft® SQL Server and MySQL to store spatial data with new spatial enabling functionality without expensive middleware. Directly access and edit ESRI SHP files, access raster imagery, and connect to web services such as Web Map Services (WMS) and Web Feature Service (WFS) to take advantage of publicly available data sources. Direct access means no data translations, helping to ensure data accuracy.

In addition, you can import and export files in AutoCAD Map 3D to exchange data with colleagues and customers. The FME Import-Export engine interoperates with all major GIS software, so you can read, write, and transform industry-standard formats, including ArcInfo® coverages and E00 from ESRI, MapInfo® MIF/MID™, MapInfo TAB, and MicroStation® DGN, Generalized Markup Language (GML 2), Ordnance Survey MasterMap (DNF) (GML2, read only), Vector Product Format (VPF, read only), and Spatial Data Transfer Standard (SDTS, read only). After working with the data, you can maintain it in AutoCAD Map 3D or export it to an external file.

The new data management tools in AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 make it easy to effectively manage your spatial data. Use intuitive tools to quickly and easily create users, define schemas, or load data models via XML Metadata Interchange (XMI) from industry-standard modeling programs. Directly read schemas defined by other applications, and copy/map data that resides in one datastore to another. AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 is a hub for managing large amounts of spatial data, enabling you to unlock existing spatial information and streamline your workflow processes.

Autodesk’s new spatial data file (SDF) is for individuals and small workgroups who want database-like capabilities without the burden of having to manage one. Unlimited file sizes and fast performance make this new, easy-to-manage file-based data repository a smart choice when an RDBMS (relational database management system) doesn’t make sense. The spatial data file enables you to structure your data in a way that eases the transition to a full-scale RDBMS, such as Oracle.

Create stylized versions of your data to highlight specific features or information. Easily call out details with true color and dynamic labeling. Build sophisticated thematic maps and blend data using transparency. Reuse styles in any project, saving time and streamlining map production. AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 enables you to move beyond basic maps to advanced presentations.

Use large-scale surface information such as digital elevation models (DEM), digital terrain elevation data (DTED), and ESRI GRID files. Analyze this data for elevation, slope, and aspect. Combine this data with aerial photographs and vector data, and use draping functionality to create stunning photorealistic 3D renderings.

Distribute your geospatial data and designs in a variety of ways to meet your organization’s needs. For instance, create and design your maps in AutoCAD Map 3D, and publish them to the Internet using Autodesk MapGuide® software. Distribute them as individual DWF™ files or multisheet DWF MapBooks. AutoCAD Map 3D helps to ensure that customers and teams throughout the organization are using the latest information.

Multiuser Editing
One of the strengths of AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 is multiuser editing capabilities, especially multiuser DWG file format editing. Using the software’s query functionality, multiple users can access and edit the same sets of files or base maps simultaneously. All functions remain available to all users throughout the process. This efficient and reliable way to share maps and data between users reduces the need for version control and minimizes time wasted waiting for data sets.

Object Classification
Organize objects in your drawing by the real-world features that they represent using object classification. When you create an object using object classification, the object automatically takes its properties and values from its object class, maintaining consistency and establishing standards in your drawing. By applying a classification to an existing or a new object, you can be assured that it meets your standards for both data and display.

Drawing Cleanup
AutoCAD Map 3D 2008 automates the often time-consuming correction of common spatial data errors. Delete duplicates, correct undershoots and dangling objects, and more, to help ease the integration of acquired data into your mapping system.



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