Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Software used to create precise drawings and technical illustrations of buildings or products.
CAD software is essential for creating precise and scalable drawings, allowing for modifications and simulations. It has largely replaced traditional hand-drawn blueprints.
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We used CAD software to create detailed drawings of the building’s mechanical systems.
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Computer-Aided Design
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