What's New in Autodesk Grading Optimization for Civil 3D 2023

Learn about new features in the latest release of Autodesk Grading Optimization 2023. For technical details, see the release notes for more information.

2023.1 Updates

Pathways

Pathways are new objects that represent sidewalks, driveways, and other ingress and egress paths.

Ridge Lines

Ridge Lines are new objects that represents a linear elevation that directs drainage away from its placement.

Isolate Internal Zone Drainage

You can now isolate drainage objects (drain lines, low points, and ridge lines) within a zone from affecting optimization outside of the zone boundaries.

Miscellaneous Enhancements

Several new enhancements have been made to improve your grading optimization workflows.

Learning Content

The learning content has been enhanced with both updated and new topics.

2023 Updates

Optimization Panel

The Optimization Panel provides a heads up display for reviewing and analyzing optimizations in progress.

Violation View Enhancements

Review violations and assess fixes from the Optimization Panel

Notification Center

The Notification Center detects and displays optimization issues and suggests solutions.

Save Optimization Result Enhancements

The Save Optimization Result dialog has been updated for workflow clarity.

Miscellaneous Enhancements

Several new enhancements have been made to improve your grading optimization workflows.

Learning Content

The learning content has been enhanced with both updated and new topics.