[ ArcGIS ... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/arcgis-cityengine/reviews) [ ArcGIS ... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/arcgis-cityengine/reviews) # ArcGIS CityEngine Features ##### ## Design (13) Sculpting Create realistic models of characters and objects. Topology Ability to add detail to the surface of 3D models. Drawing Create linework with a variety of different tools. Brush Variety Provide a vast amount of brushes for users to paint with. Effects Add lighting, colors, shading and more to 3D models. 3D Modeling Create three-dimensional models of civil engineering projects 3D Rendering Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment. Drawing Create linework with a variety of different tools. Editing Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more. 3D Modeling Create three-dimensional models of buildings and structures. 3D Rendering Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment. 2D Modeling Create two-dimensional models and drawings of urban environments Editing Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more. Show More ##### ## Move (3) Animate Turn 3D models into moving graphics. Render Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment. Views View your object from any different angle. Show More ##### ## Store & Manage (3) Pipeline Import and export files in a variety of different formats/ Controls Toggle between two different models within the platform. Template library Ability to choose from a library of preexisting templates and upload your own. Show More ##### ## Plan (8) Documentation Generate plans for your production process. Sequence Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your project Annotate Add intelligent labels to any design you create Collaborate Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design. Documentation Generate plans for your urban design process. Sequence Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your structure. Annotate Add tags and notes to any model you create. Collaborate Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design. Show More ##### ## Construction (5) Fabrication Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure. Reinforcement Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure. Clash Detection Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam. Grading Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces Earthwork Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces. Show More ##### ## Engineering (4) Hydraulic engineering Ability to make designs for fluid control circuitry. Hydrologic engineering Ability to make designs for water drainage, and water distribution Transportation engineering Ability to make designs for roads, highways, and transportation systems Structural engineering Ability to design structures and conduct structural analysis. Show More ##### ## Analysis (3) Sustainability Enter projected electrical and energy consumption to calculate water use and refuse generation rates Liveability Offers liveability analysis of urban layouts. Movement Keep track of movement engineering information such as vehicle and cycle parking spaces, parking requirements and trip generation. Show More ##### ## Generative AI (2) AI Text-to-Image Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. AI Text-to-3D Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt. Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (34) Mechanical For mechanical engineering Process Control Monitor and manage manufacturing and production processes. Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Product Data Management Capture, organize and track product-specific data and information in a centralized location Configurable Workflow Configure existing workflows to meet your organization's needs Manufacturing Design Data Access to a library of manufacturing parts, models, and specs Collaboration Tools Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together 3D Imaging Representation of any object in 3D Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Civil For civil engineering Customizable Fields Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases Data Capture and Transfer Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources Design Management Collaborate on creating a product by sharing and adjusting designs through a shared portal Version Control Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Presentation Tools Share and present designs Configuration Management Identify component attributes like servers, hardware, software, and manage relationships across all services Document Generation Custom forms to streamline repetitious aspects of a document Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Change Management Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions Electrical For electrical engineering Mechatronics Integration of electrical and mechanical engineering to create hybrid systems Project Management Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Design Analysis Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure CAD Tools Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Bills of Material Material list of manufacturing parts and associated costs Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Visual Analytics Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data Data Visualization Graphical representation of data File Management Create, save, and store files Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Project Templates Pre-designed project plans that can be customized Content Library Centralized repository to store content and assets Show More ## 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