| | Geospatial Analysis & MappingGeospatial analysis and mapping functionality in AutoCAD® Civil 3D® software helps make integrating and sharing data more efficient. Streamline Data Access
Directly access spatial data stored in files, relational databases, and web-based services. Using the open-source FDO Data Access Technology included in AutoCAD Civil 3D, get direct access to a wide range of geographic information system (GIS) data formats and databases, including ESRI SHP and ArcSDE, Oracle, Microsoft® SQL Server™, and MySQL. You can even take advantage of publicly available data sources for raster imagery, including web map service (WMS) and web feature services (WFS). Mapping and Stylisation
Rather than using additional GIS-specific software, use the included cartography tools to create maps. Easily create stylised maps that highlight specific features or information, such as wetland boundaries, zoning, soil types, and pipe sizes. Blend data using transparency. Quickly save and reuse mapping styles, saving time and streamlining map production. |
Data Exchange
Read, write, and convert data between standard formats, including Arc/Info coverages, ESRI SHP, MapInfo MIF/MID and TAB, GML (generalised markup language), Ordnance Survey MasterMap, Vector Product Format, SDF (Autodesk’s spatial data format), and Spatial Data Transfer Standard. After working with the data, you can maintain it in a DWG file, convert it to an external file, or move it into a spatial database. DWG Query
Using DWG query functionality, multiple users can access, search, and edit the same sets of DWG files or base maps simultaneously. This more efficient and reliable way to work collaboratively with DWG-based information reduces the need for version control and minimises time wasted waiting for data. Drawing Cleanup
Automate the often time-consuming correction of common drafting and digitising errors by using data cleanup tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Delete duplicates, correct undershoots and dangling objects, and more. |
CAD Editing on Geospatial Data
Directly edit data accessed through FDO with standard AutoCAD® software commands such as pedit, trim, break, join, offset, extend, rotate, move, and cut/copy/paste. Easily edit polygon objects with new split and merge functions and use the new Expression Builder to populate attributes with data calculations and intrinsic object properties. |
Buffer and Trace Analysis
Quickly generate buffers or conduct trace analysis using the advanced geospatial analysis tools included with AutoCAD Civil 3D. |
GRID (Raster) Surfaces
Quickly visualise and analyse large-scale topographic information, such as digital elevation models (DEM) or ESRI GRID files for elevation, slope, and aspect. You can also perform sunlight studies with hillshading and use the draping functionality to combine topography data with aerial photographs and vector data to create 3D renderings that can be published to 3D DWF™ files. |
Database Integration
Easily join CAD objects to commonly used databases such as Microsoft® Access and quickly store CAD and GIS data in popular relational database management systems (RDBMSes), including ESRI ArcSDE. Use existing data models or create your own schemas using straightforward tools. Metadata
Maintain your investment in spatial data with tools to create and edit metadata for your spatial information. Publish it in standard formats, including the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC). With automatic metadata creation, you can more easily share data with other people in your organisation or externally with contractors and regulatory agencies. Publishing Tools
Distribute your geospatial data, maps, and designs in a variety of ways to meet your organisation’s needs. For example, create and design maps using integrated GIS tools, then quickly publish them to the Internet using Autodesk MapGuide® Enterprise software. You can also distribute them as individual geo-referenced DWF files, multisheet DWF Map Books, and paper plots. |
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