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Launch HN: Adam (YC W25) – Open-Source AI CAD (github.com)
dvh 9 minutes ago [-]
I asked it to create 3d model of "AMF-O97L45-DB". It pulled datasheet and generated 3D model. Left is reality, right is what was generated: https://imgur.com/a/oNaz51q

- wrong pitch

- wrong pins position

- missing pins

_pdp_ 21 minutes ago [-]
Very cool. Why not start with an MCP instead?

An existing LLM could drive the generation while the MCP can render the final result?

zachdive 15 minutes ago [-]
We're intent on building a dedicated editor, that way we can build a lot of nice UI! We'd also like to build public mcps for some of the popular cad tools
zardo 18 minutes ago [-]
FYI there is already a product with a very similar name, CADEM.
zachdive 13 minutes ago [-]
Oh thanks! What's CADEM?
zardo 9 minutes ago [-]
I think it's primarily for designing chemical processing systems, though I know it through the pipe layout software being used off-label to design vehicle electrical harnesses.
jrflo 38 minutes ago [-]
Can you talk more about the UI for face/edge selection that you're working on? Is that only going to be in the OnShape/Fusion plugins?
zachdive 32 minutes ago [-]
It's currently in the plugins and we're working on bringing it to CADAM. Basically you'll be able to use the GUI, and give face/edge selection context to your prompt "extrude a hole through this face". It's directly tied to us adding brep support.
40 minutes ago [-]
paulglx 36 minutes ago [-]
It could be a nice touch to give some examples of what it's possible to ask CADAM!
zachdive 35 minutes ago [-]
Yes good idea! We've added a few in the read me if you'd like to take a look
q3k 14 minutes ago [-]
> A complete V8 internal combustion engine

Yeah, no, that's a lie. This isn't a CAD model. It's a fantasy 3d model that looks like it's straight out of Gearhead Garage (1999).

Any time I see these 'AI CAD' solutions it's always toys, toys, toys. Show me something functional that you've actually manufactured (shitty 3D prints don't count). Or at least show me something that can actually be assembled and isn't just a bunch of boxes with no fasteners to hold them together.

zachdive 3 minutes ago [-]
We could defo update our readme! What do you think of this?: https://x.com/aaronli/status/2064876123109089742?s=20

Fable 5 in our Fusion Extension.

jacobblyons 47 minutes ago [-]
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zachdive 45 minutes ago [-]
cool! will check it out!
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