Carbo Life Calculator
Win64, EnglishGeneral Usage Instructions
In a 3D view launch CarboLifeCalc, by using the "New Project" command. Carbo Life Calc will now transport all the visible elements (or just a selection) to the calculator.
1. The Autodesk® Revit® materials will be mapped to CarboLifeCalc's based on the closest match. This will result in an instant embodied carbon calculation.
2. On the "Calculation" tap you can now view and edit the calculation. Use conversions, waste, and other factors to fine-tune the calculation results.
3. Under "Group" -> "Map Materials" you can change the materials if you are unhappy about the automated mapping.
4. Use the material editor to assess how your material factors are calculated, you can also re-name your materials closer to your Revit materials, this allows future exports to run smoother
Screenshots
Commands
| Ribbon/Toolbar Icon | Command | Command Description |
|---|---|---|
|
New Project |
In a 3D view, launch the command and all visible or selected elements will be added into a new Carbo Life Project. Its embodied carbon will be calculated and presented. From here you can use all the tools available to evaluate or optimize the carbon footprint of the building |
|
Update Project |
Use this command to update a previously exported project. Open a Carbon Life Project file and it will update all the elements and their volumes. |
|
Export Settings |
To access advanced export settings, use this command. This allows the export of existing or demolished elements. It also gives control of the export categories and from which level the app defines the substructure. (These settings are in Beta, and will improve in the future) |
Installation/Uninstallation
The installer that ran when you downloaded this app/plug-in from Autodesk App Store will start installing the app/plug-in. OR, simply double-click the downloaded installer to install the app/plugin.
NOTE : Please uninstall the older version of the app before installing the newer version.
NOTE : If your material database was stored at the default installation path, you risk overwriting and losing your materials when you update. Please backup your user files before updating, or uninstalling this app.
To uninstall this plug-in, exit the Autodesk product if you are currently running it, simply rerun the installer, and select the "Uninstall" button. OR, click Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features (Windows 7/8.1/10) and uninstall as you would any other application from your system.
Additional Information
For source code, and further updates/help files & roadmaps please visit:
https://github.com/DavidVeld/CarboLifeCalc
More guides and help documents:
Known Issues
Merging groups and isolating Revit elements from a group does not always work. (a feature that isn't often used)
The graph functions are limited, and pie chart values can sometimes overlap, please use the 'export to excel' option to use the data and create visualizations as required.
Contact
Author/Company Information
Support Information
My personal homepage: www.davidveld.nl
Direct email: davidveld@gmail.com
Version History
| Version Number | Version Description |
|---|---|
|
1.0.0 |
This is the first release. A stable and useful application with all features, while still in need of a few polished edges. |
