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From page 16... ... CASE STUDY 1: UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Contact: Engineering Technology Support Manager for IT Utah Department of Transportation 4501 So. 2700 West Salt Lake City, UT 84119-0100 Organization The use of visualization technologies is overseen by a group of engineering technology support (ETS) Read the entire page →
From page 17... ... Visualization Benefits UDOT has measured dramatic cost and productivity savings when visualization is used on projects. The support manager conservatively projects a 15:1 return on investment when using visual tools. Read the entire page →
From page 18... ... The use of computer animation is infrequent and not considered a strength of the group. Project managers are the other source of demand for visualization. Read the entire page →
From page 19... ... When accepting new assignments, the visual groups have learned to be cautious in attempting new things. The aptitude level of the technicians plays an important role in the selection of the visual tool and output. Read the entire page →
From page 20... ... Several versions were then generated with visual tools to convey the modified designs. The project was finally approved and is currently under construction. Read the entire page →
From page 21... ... 21 Organization Photo-simulation and computer visualization technology has been an evolving process at Mn/DOT since the mid-1980s. During that time, hand-rendered photo-simulation and 3-D physical models were created by staff within the Landscape Architecture Unit. Read the entire page →
From page 22... ... The group has determined that although all technicians have a passion for technology, the individuals with art backgrounds make a noticeable difference with the outcomes. As one individual stated, "You cannot force someone to become an artist; at least not a good artist." The aptitude level of the technician plays an important role in the selection of the visual tool and output. Read the entire page →
From page 23... ... 23 the design process it became apparent that the stakeholders could not picture the visual impacts that the proposed bridge would have. To address this issue, an additional person was hired by Mn/DOT to help create various renderings, photo-simulations, and computer animation to represent the five proposed alternatives (see Figures 27 and 28) Read the entire page →
From page 24... ... To augment the project workflow and help project managers focus on the specific visual tools and the final output required, the group also created a Visualization Request Form (see Appendix D) Read the entire page →
From page 25... ... The project was well done, the results from the animation were very effective, and the finished construction turned out as simulated. CASE STUDY 5: FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION Contact: CADD/Design Visualization Coordinator FHWA 21400 Ridgetop Circle Sterling, VA 20166 Organization FHWA is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and economy of the nation's highway transportation system. Read the entire page →
From page 26... ... Calculations are based primarily on previous experience. Staffing At the EFLHD, the design visualization coordinator has the only division staffed for design visualization. Read the entire page →
From page 27... ... The technician is usually dedicated to a specific project and works with the project manager to determine the type of visual tool used and the production schedule to complete it. Why the Need for Visualization? Read the entire page →
From page 28... ... Visualization was an expandable and flexible tool for the value engineering team. Visualization Benefits to Value Engineering Process The use of visualization during the value engineering process fleshed out "what if" scenarios for the reviewers. Read the entire page →
From page 29... ... 29 tem technology into CAT machines. By using this technology, earthwork operations were significantly improved; resulting in faster construction schedules and reduced construction fees. Read the entire page →
From page 30... ... and reduced the overall construction time on this heavily congested highway corridor. Software for Machine Control To implement visualization for machine control in projects throughout the department, Mn/DOT has been developing special software in conjunction with Bentley Systems. Read the entire page →

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... CASE STUDY 1: UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Contact: Engineering Technology Support Manager for IT Utah Department of Transportation 4501 So. 2700 West Salt Lake City, UT 84119-0100 Organization The use of visualization technologies is overseen by a group of engineering technology support (ETS)