We describe two domain oriented design tools that help novice designers design three-dimensional models that they can build using rapid manufacturing equipment. By embedding domain and manufacturing knowledge in the software and providing a sketching interface, novice designers can acquire and practice skills in modeling and manufacturing,without first having to master complicated CAD tools.

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authors: Yeonjoo Oh, Gabe Johnson, Mark D Gross, Ellen Yi-Luen Do

projects: Designosaur, Furniture Factory
Computational Construction Kits and Craft, Thinking with Your Hands

last updated 8.31.2006 by Mark D Gross