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How to Use Vehicle Tracking in AutoCAD 2020

Getting Started with Vehicle Tracking in AutoCAD 2025

Utilizing vehicle tracking in AutoCAD 2025 enhances the design and analysis capabilities for various projects, such as parking lots, airports, and traffic systems. To effectively integrate and use this feature, follow the steps below to enable and operate vehicle tracking tools.

Enabling Vehicle Tracking

1. Access Your Autodesk Account: Log in to your Autodesk account using your credentials.
2. Navigate to Products: Once logged in, select “All Products and Services” from the main menu.
3. Find the Appropriate Collection: Locate the “Architecture Engineering & Construction Collection” and click the “View items” button.
4. Download Vehicle Tracking: Within the collection, find “Vehicle Tracking,” select it, and download the version that corresponds to your AutoCAD 2025 installation.
5. Install the Software: Follow the prompts to install the application, ensuring it is fully integrated with your AutoCAD environment.

Accessing Vehicle Tracking in AutoCAD

To use Vehicle Tracking, confirm that it has been properly set up in your AutoCAD workspace.

1. Locate the Menu: Check the top menu bar for the Vehicle Tracking option.
2. Load Commands: Vehicle Tracking will load when you first execute any command related to it, even if it initially appears inactive.
3. Show Toolbar: If the Vehicle Tracking toolbar does not display automatically, navigate to the Vehicle Tracking menu and select the option to show the toolbar.

Understanding Vehicle Tracking Capabilities

Vehicle Tracking provides sophisticated simulation tools essential for evaluating vehicle movements within designed environments. It offers:

• Swept Path Analysis: This tool helps visualize the space a vehicle occupies during its path, crucial for effective design planning.
• Simulation Tools: Users can simulate various scenarios in parking lots, roadway designs, or public transport systems to analyze vehicle behavior.

Using AutoTURN in AutoCAD 2025

In cases where you need to perform specific types of vehicle tracking analysis:

1. Launch Civil 3D: Open Civil 3D 2025 as you typically would.
2. Load the AutoTURN Module: Type NETLOAD in the command line.
3. Select the Correct File: Adapt the file types in the dialog box to include all formats (*). Navigate to the installation directory for Vehicle Tracking (commonly on C: drive).
4. Open AutoTURN: Highlight the file named ATRC210_ARX and click Open to load the module into your workspace.

Customizing Vehicle Tracker Options

Creating a custom vehicle tracker can enhance project precision:

1. Open Vehicle Properties: Click on the Autodesk Vehicle Tracking Properties from the toolbar or Vehicle Tracking menu.
2. Access Vehicle Library Explorer: When this opens, right-click on an empty space—ensuring that you are not selecting an existing vehicle.
3. Create New Vehicle: Select “New Vehicle” or press the Vehicle Wizard button to start the customization process.

Adjusting Tracker Aesthetics

To modify the visual aspects of your vehicle tracker:

1. Navigate to Vehicle Tracking Properties: Within the Vehicle Tracking Tab, select Review > Vehicle Tracking Properties > Reports > Available Reports.
2. Edit Attributes: Choose “Body Outline (plan)” and from the Edit menu, access the Discrete tab.
3. Change Color: Adjust the color attribute to your desired preference to differentiate vehicle types or statuses.

Drawing Swept Paths

To illustrate a vehicle’s swept path:

1. Select the Follow Option: Choose Follow from the Vehicle Tracking menu or use the Follow button on the toolbar.
2. Default Vehicle Setup: Ensure you have a default vehicle configured. If a path is already selected, the current vehicle will adhere to this trajectory.

FAQs

1. Does Vehicle Tracking require a specific subscription?
Yes, to access Vehicle Tracking features, a valid subscription to AutoCAD or an associated collection is necessary.

2. Can Vehicle Tracking be used in any version of AutoCAD?
Vehicle Tracking is compatible with several AutoCAD products, including Civil 3D and AutoCAD Architecture, but always ensure you are using a compatible version like AutoCAD 2025.

3. How can I access tutorials for using Vehicle Tracking?
Autodesk provides numerous resources, including official documentation and video tutorials available on their website and YouTube channels, guiding users through various aspects of Vehicle Tracking.