Hello.
I would like to use GC for my phd research but I am a little bit confused because the research papers or books where I`ve studied this software said that Generative Components is a standalone software and it`s free.
When you enter on the website at Products - Brands you can't find Generative Components but you can hardly find it under the Products - Products and services - Modelling and Visualization menu that takes you here https://www.bentley.com/en/products/product-line/modeling-and-visualization-software/generativecomponents . On this link I can't find information about downloading the way i can find on other products pages.
On this link https://communities.bentley.com/products/products_generativecomponents/w/generative_components_community_wiki it says that it's an companion feature for OpenBuilding & other softwares and that Generative Component feature is free but you'll have to buy Open Building licence.
Because I`m a new user I have to say that I`m very confused. I have few questions:
1. Is Generative Components still free and standalone?
2. On what products can it be installed as an companion feature?
3. Are there another products that have features of parametric modelling like generative components in bentley portfolio?
4. Is there is a document / link / book where I could study the evolution of GC, especially about this new rebranding movements?
Thank you very much,
Cristian
Hello Savu,
It's good to hear that you have taken some interest in working with Generative Components for your PhD work.
Savu Cristian said: it's an companion feature for OpenBuilding & other softwares and that Generative Component feature is free but you'll have to buy Open Building licence
Using the help of student license you can easily get the software for free. Please visit this website.
Savu Cristian said:1. Is Generative Components still free and standalone?
Generative components is no more a standalone product. After switching to Connect Edition it is a part of OpenBuildings Designer and other OpenX products.
Savu Cristian said:2. On what products can it be installed as an companion feature?
As i have mentioned above its an companion feature for OpenBuildings Designer, OpenRoads, OpenRail, OpenBridge.
Savu Cristian said:3. Are there another products that have features of parametric modelling like generative components in bentley portfolio?
Microstation has parametric modelling but it is not a visual scripting based. Its also an 2D/3D modelling tool.
Savu Cristian said:4. Is there is a document / link / book where I could study the evolution of GC, especially about this new rebranding movements?
There has not been much documentation about the evolution but you can have a look at Learn server and OpenBuildings Youtube channel to know about the Product.
Regards,Alifur
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Thank you very much Alifur Mandal for your quick and detailed answer. I will follow your recommendations. Have a nice day!
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