A concept for a constraint-based representation of functional and geometric design knowledge

CAD model reusability is largely determined by a proper communication of design intent, which is usually expressed implicitly within the model. Recent studies have suggested the use of 3D annotations as a method to embed design information in the model’s geometry and make part of the design knowledge explicitly available. In this paper, we evaluate the effectiveness of this method and analyze its impact in model alteration tasks. Our goal is to determine whether annotated models provide significant benefits when performing activities that require a direct manipulation of the geometry. We present the results of a study that measured user performance in two scenarios. First, we tested whether annotations are helpful when inadequate modeling assumptions can be made by designers. Second, we evaluated annotations as tools to communicate design decisions to select the most appropriate solution to a challenge when multiple options are available. In both cases, results show statistically significant benefits of annotated models, suggesting the use of this technique as a valuable approach to improve design intent communication.

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A study of practice based design research models from knowledge integration perspective

Conference Proceedings of the Academy for Design Innovation Management ◽

10.33114/adim.2017.112 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Honghai LI ◽

Jun CAI

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Production ◽

Theoretical Basis ◽

Knowledge Integration ◽

Design Research ◽

Research Process ◽

Two Dimensions ◽

Design Knowledge ◽

Research Projects ◽

Proposed Model ◽

Design Innovation

The transformation of China's design innovation industry has highlighted the importance of design research. The design research process in practice can be regarded as the process of knowledge production. The design 3.0 mode based on knowledge production MODE2 has been shown in the Chinese design innovation industry. On this cognition, this paper establishes a map with two dimensions of how knowledge integration occurs in practice based design research, which are the design knowledge transfer and contextual transformation of design knowledge. We use this map to carry out the analysis of design research cases. Through the analysis, we define four typical practice based design research models from the viewpoint of knowledge integration. This method and the proposed model can provide a theoretical basis and a path for better management design research projects.

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Mathematical Methods in Geometric Design

Nonlinear Analysis Modelling and Control ◽

10.15388/na.1997.1.0.15271 ◽

1997 ◽

Vol 1 ◽

pp. 61-66

Author(s):

Rimvydas Krasauskas

Keyword(s):

Geometric Design ◽

Mathematical Methods

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An engineering study of genetic algorithms oriented to geometric design applications

10.2514/6.1998-4772 ◽

1998 ◽

Author(s):

Z. Zhu ◽

Y. Chan

Keyword(s):

Genetic Algorithms ◽

Geometric Design ◽

Engineering Study

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Alexandria, Kom el-Dikka. Fieldwork in the 2019 season

10.31338/uw.2083-537x.pam29.2.20 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 469-496

Author(s):

Grzegorz Majcherek

Keyword(s):

Large Scale ◽

Direct Evidence ◽

Geometric Design ◽

Late Antique ◽

Construction Work ◽

Floor Tiles ◽

Stone Material ◽

The Mediterranean ◽

Late Roman

The report offers an account of archaeological and conservation work carried out at the site. Excavations in the central part of the site (Sector F) were continued for the fourth season in a row. Exploration of remains of early Roman houses led to the discovery of a well preserved multicolored triclinium mosaic floor with a floral and geometric design. A large assemblage of fragments of polychrome marble floor tiles, recorded in the house collapse, showed the scale of importation of decorative stone material from various regions of the Mediterranean. Overlying the early Roman strata was direct evidence of intensive construction work carried out in the vicinity in the form of large-scale kilnworks, supplying lime most probably for the building of the late Roman bath and cistern. Included in the presentation is a brief review of the limited conservation work that was conducted in the complex of late antique auditoria.

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