Lecture
This lecture covers the research collaborations of Thomas Hächler & Ahmed Wael at CNPA Lab, EPFL, focusing on breaking interoperability barriers in AEC software through open-source connectors. The slides present developments in open-source projects, research on BIM & interoperability, and the use of connectors like Speckle for architects. The speakers' backgrounds and the integration of IFC BIM models in various software tools are highlighted. The lecture also discusses the certification of software applications by buildingSMART International and showcases the integration of BIM models within immersive 3D environments.