EXPRESS Data Modeling Language File
General Information
| Title | EXPRESS File Extension |
| Extension | .express |
| Full Form | EXPRESS Data Modeling Language File |
| File Type | Data Model Definition |
| Developer | ISO |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define data models |
| Additional Functions | Capture metadata |
| Features | Structured, Text-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| CAD Modelling | Yes |
| BIM | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1994 |
| Latest Version | ISO 10303-11:2004 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ifc, .step, .stp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 STEP Tools |
Commercial | Windows, Linux |
| FreeCAD |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| IfcOpenShell |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |