IFC 4.3
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IFC extension for infra and linear.
Definition
IFC 4.3 adds IfcRoad, IfcRailway, IfcBridge, IfcPort, IfcTunnel and associated elements (IfcRail, IfcSleeper, IfcAlignment). Linear modelling via IfcAlignment based on ISO 10303-1101. Progressive open-source release. Adoption by Autoroutes France, SNCF Réseau, HS2 UK, Stadlerrail.
Origin
IFC 4.3.0.1 (Add2) published 2024 by buildingSMART ; ISO 16739-1:2024.
Example in context
HS2 (High Speed 2 UK) uses IFC 4.3 to model 230 km of line with bridges, tunnels and tracks ; pivot between 12 BIM disciplines.
Related terms
- BIM IFC — previous version.