Product Design and Development
Transform CAD Asset Management
Element’s AI-Powered CAD Design Management Solution is built to help engineering and manufacturing organizations intelligently manage large volumes of 3D CAD designs. Using AI, computer vision, and generative models, this solution classifies, detects duplicates, extracts features, and even generates new CAD models. From reducing design redundancies to preparing CAD data for PLM migration, Element enables a seamless “Concept to Launch” transformation with improved speed, accuracy, and automation.
Key Business Benefits You’ll Realize
Partnering with Elements delivers actionable insights, measurable ROI, and strategic value
- Automatic duplicate detection across thousands of CAD designs
- CAD file support across multiple formats (.par, .asm, .dft, .psm, .cfg, OBJ)
- AI-powered feature extraction: length, width, shapes, holes, profiles, metadata, etc.
- Human-in-the-loop (HITL) system for validation and continuous improvement
- Support for 3D model formats like voxels, meshes, and point clouds
- Image-based CAD model search and retrieval
- 3D model generation using diffusion models and GANs
- Seamless PLM integration
- Vector database for fast indexing and comparison
- Scalable, open, and format-adaptable architecture
Modern Business Challenges Demand
a Smarter Approach
Redundant and duplicated 3D CAD designs stored in file systems
Lack of a structured process for identifying and classifying CAD assets
Time-consuming manual effort to clean and migrate CAD data
Missing or inconsistent metadata and 3D attributes
Inefficiencies during PLM system migrations (e.g., to Siemens Teamcenter)
Inability to search, retrieve, or compare designs efficiently
Manual reconfiguration of BOMs post-migration
Key Use Cases and Functionality
Duplicate CAD Design Detection
Identify exact and near-duplicate designs using geometry and metadata matching.
Automated Classification & Feature Extraction
Extract dimensional and graphical properties (e.g., cutouts, shapes, orientations) from complex models.
3D Model Search & Retrieval
Upload a reference file and retrieve similar designs from the existing library.
CAD File Migration & Cleanup
Migrate only unique designs to PLM systems, optimizing storage and reducing risk.
AI-Based Model Generation
Use AI to generate new design variants based on reference inputs or partial datasets.
BOM Reconfiguration Support
Assist in rebuilding the 150% BOM after design cleanup and migration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of CAD files does this solution support?
The platform supports .par, .dft, .psm, .asm, .cfg, OBJ, and other commonly used CAD file formats. It is adaptable to different data standards and can convert files for better processing.
How does the solution detect duplicate designs?
It uses AI and computer vision to extract structural and graphical features from CAD files, including metadata, dimensions, profiles, and shapes. These features are stored in a vector database and compared to detect exact or near duplicates.
Can the system integrate with our existing PLM tools like Siemens Teamcenter?
Yes. The system is designed to prepare clean, validated design data that integrates seamlessly into PLM platforms like Siemens Teamcenter-streamlining migration while maintaining metadata and relationships.
What if the CAD data is messy or lacks consistent formatting?
The platform includes preprocessing steps to standardize CAD files and fill in missing or incomplete fields using AI models and metadata inference, ensuring reliable analysis.
Does the solution generate new CAD models as well?
Yes. Using generative AI (e.g., diffusion models, GANs), the solution can generate new CAD model variants based on reference inputs-enabling rapid ideation and design exploration.
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