AutoTURN

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AutoTURN
Developer(s) Transoft Solutions Inc.
Initial release1991;34 years ago (1991)
Stable release
12.0 / April 22, 2024;15 months ago (2024-04-22)
Operating system Windows
Platform Bentley Systems MicroStation, Autodesk AutoCAD, Bricsys BricsCAD
Type CAD
License proprietary
Website www.transoftsolutions.com/autoturn

AutoTURN is a third-party computer-aided design (CAD) software released for the AutoCAD, MicroStation, BricsCAD, IntelliCAD (ZwCAD) platforms, developed and sold by Transoft Solutions Inc. The software is made for use on computers that run Microsoft Windows operating system and is available as a 2D or 3D (Pro) version. A web based version of the software, AutoTURN Online is available on macOS and Windows operating systems through a browser integration in Vectorworks. [1] Among other things, it analyses and simulates swept path vehicle maneuvers.

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History

Release history

VersionDate releasedComments
1.0Nov. 1991Initial release, available for Autodesk's AutoCAD Release 9
2.0July 1992First version to run on Bentley Systems' MicroStation (Unix)
3.0May 1993First version to include an aircraft supplement
4.0Oct. 2000Graphical-based simulations
4.1Aug. 2002AutoCAD MDI compliant, 2002, MicroStation V8, Windows 95 98 NT 2000 XP compatible
4.2Jun. 2003Chinese language support
5.0Nov. 2004Introduced heuristic algorithms for tracking
5.1Apr. 2006Ability to set Steering Linkage ratios between the front and rear steering axle groups
6.0Apr. 2008Library database search, customizable vehicles, InVision support
6.1Apr. 2009SQL Express Database engine, AutoCAD 2010 and MicroStation V8i compatibility, Microsoft Window Vista – 64-bit compatibility
7.0Feb. 2010Specialized transport systems support and complimentary additional functions
8.0Sep. 2011Pro version introduced with the capability to model 3D vehicle swept path envelopes
8.1May 2012
8.2May 2013
9.0Jun. 2014Sight Lines, Path Control, Speed Profile Reports, Vehicle Loads, New Vehicles, Special Transport update, Path Preview, Grading Templates
9.1May 2015
10.0May 2016Pro version adds IntelliPath artificial intelligence to automate vehicle path trajectories and perform route analyses for vehicle circulation plans
10.1May 2017 Adds intelligent vehicle orientation detection, maximum swept path width calculation and new body articulated vehicles types. Pro version includes custom vehicle profiles for 3D, 3D load shape extrusion and new 3D special transport vehicles.
10.2Jan. 2018 Adds vehicle creation enhancements, new method of reversing tractor-trailer combos and standard vehicle library updates. Pro version includes manufacturer-based vehicle libraries and improvements to IntelliPath feature.
11Mar. 2020 Includes many improvements to existing features to improve productivity. Improved vehicle browsing, layer management and vehicle library updates. Pro version includes ability to analyze the swept paths of a variety of bicycles and the inspect simulation tool.
12Apr. 2024 [3] Includes an improved algorithm for simulating vehicles with large steering lock angles and an updated vehicle library. Pro version adds a beta feature to create a 3D rendering of a simulation.

See also

References

  1. "Transoft Solutions And Vectorworks Partnership Offers Vehicle Swept Path Analysis Within Leading Design And Bim Platform". transoftsolutions.com. 13 September 2018. Retrieved 2022-04-01.
  2. Carrasco, Milton S. E. (1992). Computerized vehicle-turning simulation: An interactive application (Thesis). University of Calgary: DSpace. Archived from the original on 2011-07-06. Retrieved 2008-11-08.
  3. "AutoTURN 2024 Release is here" . Retrieved 13 May 2024.