Yes, BIM can be used for solar and shading analysis. BIM software such as Autodesk Revit, ARCHICAD, and Bentley AECOsim Building Designer offer tools that allow designers to perform solar and shading studies. The software can help evaluate the effects of the sun on the building's orientation, shape, size, and shading devices, enabling designers to optimize the building's energy performance and comfort. Additionally, BIM can be used to integrate solar panels into the building design, allowing for precise calculation of the amount of energy that can be generated.
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