AXISVM DOWNLOADS
TRIAL VERSIONS
FOR COMPLEX STRUCTURES
Each version of AXISVM includes new and improved features and stand-alone modules, developed i user feedback.
With the enhanced efficiency of AXISVM, complex and time-consuming modeling situations are now easier than ever before.
Three new modules assist the user in the
- fire design of RC domains according to Eurocode 2, SIA 262, and NTC(RC8-S module)
- modelling the interaction between soil and structure (SOIL module)
- Digital wind tunnel simulation (WIND module)
Click Download to start using the new features in AXISVM.
FOR QUICK DESIGNS
The distribution of AXISVM Rapido software is discontinued from 1 January 2025.
The basic L1S package of AXISVM software with the RC2/SD1/TD1 modules offers much more options for civil engineers.
TRY THE AXISVM SOFTWARE AND ASK FOR A QUOTE!
EDUCATION VERSION
FOR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE STUDENTS
FOR HIGHER EDUCATION STUDIES
InterCAD, as the developer of AXISVM, is committed to supporting higher education. With the contribution of InterCAD’s software distributors, each year, more and more students across the world gain access to the AXISVM software.
The AXISVM education software is available to students and faculty of civil engineering program.
As the developer of AXISVM, InterCAD is strongly committed to supporting higher education. Each year, more and more students around the world are using the AXISVM software.
The AXISVM Education download is available to university students and faculty in civil engineering and related fields, and is intended as a resource for academic study, thesis, and research work in B.Sc./B.S., M.Sc./M.S., or Ph.D. programs.
ACADEMIC GRANT PROGRAM
Students, educators, and researchers from 60 universities around the world have been using AxisVM since 1991.
AXISVM DOWNLOADS
FOR LEARNING & PRESENTATION
EASY ACCESS, QUICK LEARNING
AXISVM Light is a free and simplified version of AXISVM that enables learning the basics of finite element modeling and analysis.
Models in AXISVM Light are limited in capacity and functionality. Maximum 40 line elements, 400 surface elements, and 20 load cases can be analyzed within a model. Reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry design modules are not available in this version. Results can be displayed in graphical or tabular form.
License file is not required for AXISVM Light, therefore it can be used right away once installed.
PRESENTATIONS MADE SIMPLE
The AXISVM VIEWER is a free downloadable software for viewing AXISVM models in software environments that do not have AXISVM installed. The AXISVM VIEWER EXPERT version offers report generation and printing features at a reasonable price.
The AXISVM VIEWER file format (*.axv) protects the privacy of users’ models. The VIEWER file format can only be read by the AXISVM VIEWER program and cannot be loaded into the market version of AXISVM.
SOFTWARE UPDATES
LATEST UPDATES FOR AXISVM USERS
TO THE COMMERCIAL VERSION
UPDATE PACKAGES ARE ALSO INSTALLERS, NOT JUST UPDATES.
Due to changes in standard specifications, we recommend that you always use the latest version of the program.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1.
Download and install the update: AxisVMxxxx_Update_EU.exe (where xxxx stands for the current version and release – e.g. AxisVM164a_Update_EU.exe).
TROUBLESHOOTING
If AXISVM does not run due to a missing key file, check that the key file is copied into the application folder.
If AXISVM cannot find the protection key you may need to reinstall the Sentinel driver:
Step 2.
If you select a different destination folder than the original one you must copy the key file AxisVMxx_kkkk.key to the new destination folder as well (where xx stands for the version number, kkkk is the AXISVM protection key number – e.g. AxisVMX6_3905.key).
- choose Add/Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) from the Control Panel
- uninstall both Sentinel System Driver and Sentinel Protection Installer
- restart the computer
- reinstall Sentinel driver
- try to run the installed AXISVM again
If the update package was not downloadable under Chrome browser, please, follow these instructions.
If you have checked all of the above and AXISVM still does not run, please contact us.
UPDATES FOR AXISVM USERS TO THE EARLIER COMMERCIAL VERSIONS
UPDATE PACKAGES ARE ALSO INSTALLERS, NOT JUST UPDATES.
Please note that the versions available here are no longer supported packages, and no further patches or updates will be provided.
We always recommend that you use the latest version of the program
due to changes in the standard specifications and continuous improvements made to the program.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1.
Download and install the update: AxisVMxxxx_Update_EU.exe (where xxxx stands for the current version and release – e.g. AxisVM134s_Update_EU.exe)
Step 2.
If you select a different destination folder than the original one you must copy the key file AxisVMxx_kkkk.key to the new destination folder as well (where xx stands for the version number, kkkk is the AXISVM protection key number – e.g. AxisVM13_3905.key).
TROUBLESHOOTING
If AXISVM does not run due to a missing key file, check that the key file is copied into the application folder.
If AXISVM cannot find the protection key you may need to reinstall the Sentinel driver:
- choose Add/Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) from the Control Panel
- uninstall both Sentinel System Driver and Sentinel Protection Installer.
- restart the computer
- reinstall Sentinel driver
- try to run the installed AXISVM again
If you have checked all of the above and AXISVM still does not run, please contact us.
DOWNLOAD THE LATEST UPDATES
FOR THE COMMERCIAL VERSION OF RAPIDO
Due to changes in standard specifications, we recommend that you always use the latest version of the program.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1.
Download and install the update – AxisVM_rapidoxxxx_Update_EU.exe (where xxxx stands for the current version and release – e.g. AxisVM_rapido2r1b_Update_EU.exe).
Step 2.
If you select a different destination folder than the original one, you must copy the Rapidox_kkkk.key file to the new destination folder as well (where x stands for the version number, kkkk is the Rapido protection key number – e.g. Rapido2_3905.key).
TROUBLESHOOTING
If Rapido does not run due to a missing key file, check that the key file is copied into the application folder.
If Rapido cannot find the protection key you may need to reinstall the Sentinel driver:
- choose Add/Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) from the Control Panel.
- uninstall both Sentinel System Driver and Sentinel
- Protection Installer
- restart the computer
- reinstall Sentinel driver
- try to run the already installed Rapido sofware
If you have checked all of the above and Rapido still does not run, please contact us.
SENTINEL DRIVER DOWNLOADS FOR SOFTWARE PROTECTION
If you encounter a software protection error, download the appropriate Sentinel driver.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Depending on the type of protection you have ordered for your program, download and install the program at the link above.
Note that administrator privileges are required for installation.
To do this, right-click on the downloaded file and select Run as administrator.
TROUBLESHOOTING
FOR SUPERPRO KEYS
- select the Add / Remove Programs icon on the control panel
- remove the Sentinel System Driver and Sentinel Protection Installer entries from the list
- restart your computer
- reinstall the Sentinel Protection Installer
- start the already installed AXISVM program
For HL / SL /CL keys
- select the Add / Remove Programs icon on the control panel
- remove the Sentinel Admin Control Center from the list
- restart your computer
- run the InstallSentinelRuntime file from the AxisVM \ Sentinel LDK folder
- start the already installed AXISVM program
If the program still does not start, please contact us.
APPLICATIONS, PLUGINS
FOR SPECIAL SOLUTIONS
AXISVM, similar to other Windows applications, supports the Microsoft COM technology to access, control, and read data from external programs
The technology is particularly suited for the following tasks:
- to engage in 3D parametric design (AXISVM Grasshopper and Dynamo plugins)
- creating your own application using the PYTHON INTERFACE FOR AXISVM (PYAXISVM)
to link AXISVM to external software (e.g. Excel applications)
to enable users to develop custom applications that can control AXISVM
to run and analyze alternative design solutions within an iterative process
AXISVM API DOWNLOAD
Through Microsoft’s COM technology, external programs can access some AXISVM operations.
Any external program can get descriptions, read object properties, or call the functions provided through the interface.
Programs can launch AXISVM, build models, run calculations, and get the results through the AXISVM COM server.
There are two ways to integrate external applications into the program:
- DLL modules placed in the Plugins folder of AXISVM are automatically included in the Plugins menu imitating the subfolder structure of the Plugins folder. See the AXISVM COM plugin section for more info on the subject.
- Similarly, DLL modules placed in the Addons folder of AXISVM are automatically loaded with AXISVM. An add-ons icon is shown on the AXISVM toolbar. See the AXISVM COM add-on section of the reference guide for more info on the subject.
ADD-INS TO BIM COLLABORATION
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is a digital storage and managing method for any information regarding a facility.
Structure models consist of objects representing geometrical objects, their properties, or logical connections.
A high-level BIM connection via IFC files or dedicated interfaces facilitates a two-way data exchange with any BIM-based application (e.g. ArchiCAD, AutoDesk ADT, Revit, Nemetschek Allplan, Tekla Structures, etc.). By tracking the changes and updating the structure, civil engineers and architects can collaborate more easily.
Open BIM connections are carried out via the IFC file format linking the AXISVM model to architectural or structural design applications.
Closed BIM connections between AXISVM and Revit or Tekla Structures facilitate enhanced export/import functions, such as importing static models instead of the architectural description, tracking changes, and updating the other model.
AXISVM BIDIRECTIONAL DATA EXCHANGE REVIT ADD-IN
The Revit add-in provides direct data exchange between Revit and AXISVM. The Revit add-in application exports the structural frame (with elements and loads) of the model and passes it on to AXISVM. When importing, it builds the Revit model based on the structural frame exported from AXISVM. The application tracks any changes made to the model and applies only the desired changes.
To install the add-in, the user must run the executable Axisvm_Revitapi_Setup.exe. It is essential that no Revit software is running during this time. If the installation is successful, the Add-Ins/External Tools menu on the Revit main menu will be included in the AXISVM Interface. The application currently supports Revit 2015 and later versions.
AXISVM BIDIRECTIONAL DATA EXCHANGE TEKLA ADD-IN
The Tekla Add-in provides direct data exchange between Tekla and AXISVM. The Tekla add-in application reads the structural frame (with elements, loads) of the model and passes it on to AXISVM. When importing, it builds the Tekla model based on the structural frame, with elements, loads, and actual reinforcement exported from AXISVM. The application tracks any changes made to the model and applies only the desired changes.
To install the add-in, the user has to run the Axisvm_Teklaapi_Setup.exe. It is essential that no Tekla software should be running during this time. If the installation is successful, the Add-Ins / External Tools menu item on Tekla’s main menu will include the AXISVM Import & Export. Tekla 2019 and later versions are currently supported.
RELEASE 2.14.2.0
Last update: 2024.12.13
RELEASE 2.5.1.0
Last update: 2024.05.23
AXISVM BIDIRECTIONAL DATA EXCHANGE REVIT ADD-IN
The Revit add-in provides the ability to direct data exchange between Revit and AxisVM. The Revit add-in application exports the structure’s structural frame (with elements and loads) during export and passes it on to AxisVM. When importing, it builds the Revit model based on the structural frame from AxisVM. Throughout the workflow, the application recognizes any changes to the model and allows only the desired changes to be applied.
To install, the user needs to run Axisvm_Revitapi_Setup.exe on their machine. It is important that no Revit software is running during this time. The application supports Revit 2015 and later versions. If the installation is successful, the Add-Ins/External Tools menu on the Revit main menu will include the AxisVM Interface.
RELEASE 2.14.2.0
Last update: 2024.12.13
AXISVM BIDIRECTIONAL DATA EXCHANGE TEKLA ADD-IN
The Tekla Add-in provides direct data exchange between Tekla and AxisVM. The Tekla add-in application reads the structural frame (with elements, loads) of the model and passes it on to AxisVM. During import, it builds the Tekla model on the basis of the structural frame (with elements, loads and actual reinforcement) from AxisVM. Throughout the workflow, the application recognizes changes to the model and allows only the desired changes to be applied.
To install, the user needs to run Axisvm_Teklaapi_Setup.exe on their machine. It is important that no Tekla software is running during this time. Currently, Tekla 2019 and later versions are supported. If the installation is successful, the Add-Ins / External Tools menu item on Tekla’s main menu will include the AxisVM Import & Export.
RELEASE 2.5.1.0
Last update: 2024.05.23
AXISVM POSSIBILITIES FOR PARAMETRIC DESIGN
„Parametric design is based on the idea that specific numbers, i.e. parameters, control the geometry.
To fully exploit its potential, these parameters are linked to each other, with the links forming a system. Thus, it is possible to change the whole geometry by modifying only one parameter.”
(source: epiteszforum.hu)
The most commonly used parametric design software in structural design are Grasshopper and Dynamo.
These are often referred to as graphical algorithm editors that can be used to easily create parametric models.
GRASSHOPPER ADD-ON
The GrasshopperToAXISVM add-on makes it feasible to export parametric models created in Grasshopper into AXISVM. The first step is make sure that AXISVM and Rhino/Grasshopper is installed on the computer, then copy the add-on into the Grasshopper Components’ Folder.
The add-on offers several components to define AXISVM model items from parametric cross-sections through structural members and domains to the link elements. The structural members and domains may be meshed. After defining load cases and load combinations, the user may start finite element analysis (linear or nonlinear static, vibration, buckling, or seismic) and create steel or timber design members. After exporting, AXISVM automatically opens and displays the model.
The interface makes it easy to create parametric models and even templates in Grasshopper. For example, the parameters of a truss can be the span, the height, the layout, or the size of a cross-section. Another advantage is that Grasshopper also offers several geometric functions that enable the creation of complex 3D models.
GRASSHOPPER DEMOS
NEW AXISVM COMPONENT PACKAGE FOR RHINO/GRASSHOPPER
Grasshopper demo 1 -
Getting started
Grasshopper demo 2 - -
Short guide
Grasshopper demo 3 -
Detailed guide
DYNAMO ADD-ONS
The AXISVM-Dynamo component package allows parametric models to be imported from Dynamo, the parametric design software that runs alongside Revit.
The new package supports all the element and load types available in AXISVM and provides the ability to start the calculation immediately and view the results after changing the parameters.
New option: optimisation of steel and timber structural elements.
Don’t miss this opportunity, try it now!
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The Dynamo To AxisVM add-on is compatible with Revit 2024 Dynamo and with AXISVM X7R3.
The add-on is compatible with the Windows operating system only.
Follow the steps to install the Dynamo To AXISVM package:
- Open Dynamo in Revit 2024 (Dynamo is available on the Manage tab).
- In Dynamo, go to the tab named Packages, and select Search for a package…
- Wait until Dynamo loads the list of available packages.
- Type “axisvm” in the search bar.
- By now, the Dynamo To AxisVM package should be listed. Click install.
- After the installation, run the
“!REGISTER_AXISVM_X64.BAT” file in the main folder or AXISVM as administrator. - If necessary, restart Revit Dynamo.
DYNAMO DEMOS
Dynamo demo 1 -
Multi-storey office building
Dynamo demo 2 -
Antenna tower
Dynamo demo 3 -
Steel trusses
PYTHON INTERFACE FOR AXISVM (PYAXISVM)
The PYAXISVM project provides a high-level interface to AXISVM, making its operations available directly from Python. It is based on Microsoft’s COM technology and supports all the features of the original AXISVM COM type library, allowing you to
- build, modify, or analyse AXISVM models
- find solutions with iterative methods
- combine the power of AXISVM with third-party Python libraries
- build extension modules
PYAXISVM makes it possible to write clean, concise and more readable code by extending the type library with Python’s slicing mechanism, context management and more.
TRAINING MATERIALS
