Forte Interop
(formerly Smart Interop Publisher)
Forte Interop (formerly Smart Interop Publisher) provides a single solution to translate 3D and 2D data from Octave and third-party sources such as PDMS, Tekla, AutoCAD, or MicroStation files. The translation creates a consistent object label display between Octave applications.
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Getting Started
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linkSmart Interop Publisher Introduction
Introduces you to basic terms, concepts, and workflows for Smart Interop Publisher.
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courseExplore the Interface
Introduces you to the interface tools you need to complete your tasks.
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courseDefining Your Work Area
Details how to set up the site database and project.
From Translation to Publish and Review
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courseTranslate 3D Files to Smart Models
Learn to translate 3D model source files to Smart Models that can be used in selected target applications.
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courseReview Smart Models in 3D Target Applications
Learn how to view a translated model in a target application.
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courseWork with Smart Models
Teaches you various ways to work with Smart Models and Composite Smart Models.
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courseTranslate and Publish 2D Drawings
Learn how to translate 2D source files to Smart Drawings and publish them to SmartPlant Foundation.
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courseUsing Smart Documents
Learn to work with 2D and 3D Smart Document files and to revise and publish them to SmartPlant Foundation.
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coursePublish Smart Models to SPF and Portal Targets
Learn to revise and publish a Smart Model to SmartPlant Foundation and to HxGN portal applications.
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courseUpdate Smart Models and Smart Drawings
Teaches you how to update a Smart Model or Smart Drawing.
Property Mapping
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courseIntroduction to Data Mapping
Introduces basic mapping concepts and the basic workflows for custom and generic mapping.
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courseCustom Mapping
Learn to use default and custom mapping files and to add a custom property using mapping.
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courseGeneric Mapping
Learn to create a generic mapping file and add a custom property using generic mapping.
Additional Features and Workflows
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courseTransform Smart Models
Learn to transform various types of Smart Models to place them in their required locations.
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courseSchedule Translations, Updates, and Publishing
Describes how to schedule various operations to occur at one time or at intervals.
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courseAutomate with Folder Settings
Learn to use folder settings to set up the software to run various projects automatically.
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courseDefeaturing and Translating MCAD Files
Use defeaturing options for simplifying any complex objects in an MCAD source file.
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courseExport to IFC
Learn to export to a format that allows you to open exported Smart Model files with your preferred IFC viewer.
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courseCAESAR II Stress Test Analysis Workflow
Learn the basic workflow for translating CAESAR II piping stress analysis project data.