I'm still trying to figure out this blunder existing in AS that they have in Revit too!! Can anyone explain what "RV" stands for as it relates to square bars as purchased in the USA? I do not want my BOM's to say RV. I want SQ for square bars LOL!!!! As I'm starting to mess with Revit more, I am quickly realizing that they do not have an actual steel detailer on their team, anywhere.
I even asked AI 🤔
User
is there any reason you can come up with why "RV" would be used to describe a square steel shape?
GPT
The abbreviation "RV" used to describe a square steel shape is not a standard industry term commonly recognized in structural engineering, architecture, or related CAD software like Rhino. Typically, steel shapes are described using abbreviations that denote their profile and physical characteristics, such as "W" for wide flange beams or "C" for channels.
However, "RV" could potentially be a custom designation used within a particular organization or project to specify a certain type of square steel shape or a particular modification or specification of a standard square section. Here are a few speculative reasons why "RV" might be used:
Custom Profile Designation: It could be an internal or project-specific designation that refers to a customized or modified version of a standard square steel profile. For example, it could denote a specific treatment, dimension alteration, or a variant less commonly used.
Vendor or Manufacturer Code: Sometimes, manufacturers use unique codes to distinguish their products. "RV" might be part of a cataloging system used by a steel manufacturer or distributor to classify different shapes or grades of steel.
Reinforcement Value: In some engineering contexts, "RV" might relate to a "Reinforcement Value" if the steel is used in a reinforced setting, though this would be unusual for describing the shape itself.
Regulatory or Certification Mark: This could indicate a compliance or certification mark required by specific regulatory bodies or standards, especially if the steel is used in particular environments or industries.
If this designation is from a specific set of plans, software, or documentation, it would be best to consult the source or accompanying documentation for clarification. Sometimes, such abbreviations are explained in project-specific legends or material specifications sheets provided by architects, engineers, or fabricators.
User
this designation occurs in Revit and also Advance Steel software
GPT
In the context of Autodesk Revit and Advance Steel, "RV" associated with a square steel shape might refer to a specific naming convention or categorization used within these software platforms, although it's not a standard abbreviation widely recognized across the industry.
Here’s what might be happening:
Profile Library or Family Name: In Revit and Advance Steel, steel shapes are organized into families and categories. "RV" could be part of a naming convention within the software's library for a certain type of profile. For example, it might denote a particular type or family of profiles that have specific characteristics or are meant to be used in certain applications.
Custom Family or Parameter: Users can create custom families in Revit with any naming convention. If "RV" is used in a project, it might be a custom family name created by the user or by someone else who previously worked on the project. This could be checked by looking at the Family Manager in Revit or the profile database in Advance Steel.
Vendor-Specific Designation: Both Revit and Advance Steel allow the integration of third-party libraries and vendor-specific profiles. If "RV" appears in connection with a square steel shape, it may be that a vendor-specific profile has been loaded into the software, carrying over unique identifiers from that vendor’s catalog.
...and fix the kiss export issues.
