How-to obtain BIM data from an RVT file?

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How can I obtain BIM data from an RVT file using Exchange？ Does the RVt format support reading BIM data? Can Exchange edit and set BIM data?

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You can read about the various aspects of the Revit Reader — HOOPS Exchange Documentation to learn what is supported.

Additionally, the Building Information Modeling — HOOPS Exchange Documentation describes accessing this information.

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Hello,

I am currently developing a 3D walkthrough/navigation feature for AEC models, and I would like to implement collision detection and gravity behavior during navigation.

While reading the documentation, I found that the API
CameraWalkOperator.enableBimMode()
seems to provide this functionality.

However, during my testing I noticed that this feature appears to work only with IFC models.

So I would like to ask a few questions:

  1. If I am using other AEC formats such as RVT or NWD, is it still possible to implement similar collision detection and gravity-based walkthrough behavior?

  2. If so, does it require adding or generating BIM-related data during the model conversion stage (for example when converting models using HOOPS tools)?

  3. Is there a simple demo or code example showing how to enable similar BIM-style navigation for non-IFC models (e.g., RVT or NWD)?

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!