2024/01/10 by Timo Kapsalis, Kapsalis, Timo · 1 citation
Earth and Planetary Sciences · Engineering · #3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage #Artificial Intelligence (cs.AI) #BIM and Construction Integration #FOS: Computer and information sciences #Graphics (cs.GR) #Human-Computer Interaction (cs.HC)
paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2401.05476
openalex publication_date 2024/01/10 · openalex created_date 2024/01/13 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28
This paper introduces CADgpt, an innovative plugin integrating Natural Language Processing (NLP) with Rhino3D for enhancing 3D modelling in computer-aided design (CAD) environments. Leveraging OpenAI's GPT-4, CADgpt simplifies the CAD interface, enabling users, particularly beginners, to perform complex 3D modelling tasks through intuitive natural language commands. This approach significantly reduces the learning curve associated with traditional CAD software, fostering a more inclusive and engaging educational environment. The paper discusses CADgpt's technical architecture, including its integration within Rhino3D and the adaptation of GPT-4 capabilities for CAD tasks. It presents case studies demonstrating CADgpt's efficacy in various design scenarios, highlighting its potential to democratise design education by making sophisticated design tools accessible to a broader range of students. The discussion further explores CADgpt's implications for pedagogy and curriculum development, emphasising its role in enhancing creative exploration and conceptual thinking in design education. Keywords: Natural Language Processing, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modelling, Design Automation, Design Education, Architectural Education