Overview
Simplex3D operates as one of the world's few providers of comprehensive 3D mapping platforms—offering detailed, accurate urban environments for navigation, urban planning, telecommunications, and smart city applications. The platform enables architects, municipalities, and infrastructure companies to visualize and analyze building projects within real-world 3D contexts.
We developed a custom Revit plugin that integrates directly with the Simplex3D platform, enabling architects and designers to export their BIM models with a single click while preserving geometry, materials, metadata, and accurate geolocation.
Key Features
Direct Platform Integration
- One-click export from Revit toolbar to Simplex3D workspace
- Automatic authentication with Simplex3D account
- Link Revit projects to Simplex platform projects
- Update previously uploaded models with changes
Data Preservation
- Geometry exported with full detail and accuracy
- Material properties and render information preserved
- Building metadata (address, height, type, construction details)
- Custom parameters and properties maintained
- No need for file format conversions or manual data cleanup
Accurate Geolocation
- Uses Revit's survey point for precise placement
- Automatic coordinate system transformation
- Elevation adjustment to match terrain model
- Integration with Simplex3D's real-world 3D environment
Workflow Optimization
- Pre-export validation catches common issues
- Progress indication during upload
- Background processing doesn't block Revit work
- Incremental updates for model changes
- Resume capability if connection interrupted
Quality Assurance
- Automated geometry optimization for web viewing
- LOD generation for different zoom levels
- Data validation before upload
- Clear error messages with suggested corrections
Technical Specifications
Revit Compatibility:
- Revit 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- Windows 10/11
- .NET Framework 4.8
Export Capabilities:
- Models up to 5GB
- All Revit categories supported
- Preserves custom parameters
- Typical export time: 2-5 minutes for standard buildings
Distribution:
- Available on Autodesk App Store
- Automatic update notifications
- Trial version: 7-day free trial for Simplex3D trial subscribers
- Full version: Free for Simplex3D subscribers
Use Cases
Architecture Firms: Contribute completed projects to urban 3D models. Showcase work in real-world city context. Fulfill municipal requirements for digital submissions.
Urban Planning: Maintain up-to-date city models. Integrate proposed developments. Analyze urban growth and density.
Infrastructure Companies: Document as-built conditions. Plan telecommunications installations. Coordinate underground and above-ground assets.
Smart City Initiatives: Build comprehensive 3D city models. Enable location-based services. Support navigation and routing applications.
Custom Plugin Development for 3D Workflows
The Simplex3D plugin demonstrates our expertise in developing workflow automation tools for professional 3D software. We create custom plugins and integrations for Revit, Blender, AutoCAD, Unity, Unreal, and other platforms to streamline your team's workflows.
Whether you need data export automation, validation tools, platform integration, or custom processing pipelines, we can build solutions that fit your specific requirements.
Services
- Custom Revit plugins and add-ins
- Blender automation and pipeline tools
- AutoCAD integration and data export
- Unity/Unreal plugin development
- Cross-platform data synchronization
- Workflow automation for 3D modeling software
Interested in automating your 3D workflows or developing custom plugins for your platform?