Can I use generative component within microstation?
Is this free?
There are compatible V8i versions of GenerativeComponents that work as extensions to MicroStation V8i. It would be important to find the correct compatible versions on our Software Downloads site (https://softwaredownloads.bentley.com/en/). In V8i there was also a free standalone GenerativeComponents version (https://www.bentley.com/en/products/product-line/modeling-and-visualization-software/generativecomponents). Note that these versions are out-of-date and will encounter expiring support at the end of this year (https://www.bentley.com/en/desktop-applications).
With the CONNECT Edition, GenerativeComponents has been paired with our BIM applications OpenBuildings Designer and OpenBuildings Station Designer, continuing what we started in the later V8i SELECTseries versions with integration of GenerativeComponents into AECOsim Building Designer.
In CONNECT Edition, GenerativeComponents is a benefit of the subscription to our OpenBuildings CONNECT Edition products. When running the installation of the OpenBuildings products, installation of GenerativeComponents as Companion Feature is an installation option.
I hope you enjoy using GenerativeComponents!