Abstract: A pile and foundation modeling system for creating a three-dimensional (3D) model of foundations is presented. In one aspect of the invention, the pile and foundation modeling system includes a foundation database that stores several configurable foundation geometries, an interface, and a modeling engine that is coupled to the interface and the foundation database. The interface is configured to receive foundation data that includes parameters associated with a construction project. The modeling engine is configured to (i) obtain the foundation data via the interface, (ii) instantiate pile and foundation objects based on applying the foundation data to the configurable foundation geometries, (iii) generate a three-dimensional pile and foundation model according to the instantiated pile and foundation objects, and (iv) configure an output device to render the three-dimensional pile and foundation model.

Abstract: A method of modeling concrete construction structures is presented. During a design or engineering phase of a construction product, engineers typically use multiple modeling tools when creating designs. Often the tools use incompatible data formats when exporting or importing concrete structures. Contemplated methods include exporting concrete construction objects as non-concrete objects comprising other materials (e.g., steel) that are compatible with the data formats. The temporary non-concrete objects can be converted via a conversion engine to a desirable format, possibly taking into account coordinate transformations. The non-concrete objects can then be imported into another tool and then changed back to a concrete material.