Need advices about my GP - Sketch Interpretation and Simulation tool

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The discussion centers on a graduation project (GP) by a computer science student, Magdy, who aims to develop a tool similar to MIT's "A Shrewd Sketch Interpretation and Simulation Tool." This tool will allow engineers to sketch mechanical systems interactively, simulating designs in real-time. Key advantages include a user-friendly interface that mimics traditional sketching, early design integration, and the ability to identify mechanical parts from user drawings. Magdy seeks feedback on the project's utility for mechanical engineers and suggestions for additional features.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of mechanical engineering principles
  • Familiarity with sketch recognition algorithms
  • Knowledge of simulation software development
  • Experience with user interface design for engineering applications
NEXT STEPS
  • Research sketch recognition techniques for mechanical systems
  • Explore simulation frameworks suitable for engineering applications
  • Investigate user interface design principles for creative tools
  • Study existing CAD systems to identify potential feature enhancements
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for computer science students, mechanical engineers, software developers focusing on simulation tools, and anyone interested in enhancing design processes through innovative sketching interfaces.

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Hi,
I am a computer science student in my final year, and preparing myself for my graduation project (GP).

Please check this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7eGypGOlOc"
This program is from MIT and it is called "A Shrewd Sketch Interpretation and Simulation Tool".

I am planning to develop a system that pretty much provide the same functionalities and features, the aim is to create a tool that allows the engineers to sketch a mechanical system as they would on paper, and then allow them to interact with the design as a mechanical system for example by seeing a simulation of the drawing.

Some Advantages:
- An interface gives you the look and feel of paper and pen (instead of menus in CAD systems), helps you to be more creative and much easier in designing (Free environment)
- Use computers in Early Design
- Able to identify the mechanical parts in the user’s drawing
- The user is able to sketch directly into the system that interprets his/her design, and would be able to simulate the sketch at any point in the design process and go right back to sketching

I am still in the searching and investigation stage, and because I do not have almost any knowledge/background about mechanical stuff, here I am asking for feedback(s) and advices.
- Is this project will be useful for mechanical engineerings (it will be used to design kind of simple mechanical systems)?
- What additional features/parts I could add?
- Any comments/advices, will be most welcome.

I deeply value the time you put to read this long post.
Kind regards,
Magdy
 
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