Designing a Simple Mug Using SelfCAD’s AI Assistant
In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to design a simple 3D mug using SelfCAD’s AI Assistant. By entering a text prompt describing the mug, we’ll see how the AI can generate the basic model and provide a starting point for further customization.
Once you launch the editor, click on AI modeling on the Toolbar as shown below
The AI Assistant window below opens. We will be using the Functional Assembly mode for this model. Functional Assembly is designed for product and functional designs. It generates editable models using standard CAD tools and part-based logic. This mode is suitable when your model consists of clearly defined components or parts that need to work together.
The highlighted box indicates where we input our prompt, which will be a simple ‘Design a simple mug’, then run it.
The assistant feedback suggests the elements that will be included in the model; which in this case is Handle and Body. Once we’ve reviewed them, we click Prepare parts
The window shows the dimensions of the model, and since we will be including all the elements, we click on Generate Elements
Beside each element in this process, you’ll see the ‘Creating’ sign. Wait until all the elements have finished generating and the sign turns to ‘Ready’. Click ‘Assemble Model’
Click on Preview Assembly to see how the model turned out.
This is how the model turned out
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace
