Technological Trends

Multimedia Developments

1. Note the increased reliance of multi-media technology within the AEC industry. The use of 3-D and multi-media presentations becomes commonplace. Note the use of 3-D and multi-media technology for design presentations and construction documents (both drawings and specs). Note the increased use of Virtual Reality (VR) and VRML software tools. Multi-media and web technologies continue to merge.
2. The distinction between the entertainment and computer graphics industries continue to blur.
3. As digital video gains wider acceptance, the distinction between video and computer images continues to blur.
4. Digital sound gains widespread acceptance.