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Open source CAD in the browser (Solvespace)

Open source CAD in the browser (Solvespace)

phkahler

Comments (57)

  • MrDOS
    SolveSpace is a wonderfully different take on parametric CAD, but development has really slowed, and it seems fundamentally incapable of some pretty rudimentary features (like chamfers[0]). Dune 3D[1] seems like a pretty effective spiritual successor.0: https://github.com/solvespace/solvespace/issues/1491: https://dune3d.org/
  • GorbachevyChase
    I’ve wondered how feasible it would be to start building browser-based CAD/design products to replace our expensive and poorly supported paid plugins and niche products. Seems promising!
  • masonhensley
    I've been using FreeCad more and more, but solvespace has been a great, lightweight tool to design parts for laser cutting by SendCutSend/Oshcut.Neat that they got it working in the browser.
  • ecto
    Here's my take on CAD in the browser! https://vcad.ioI implemented a full kernel in rust and compile it to wasm https://github.com/ecto/vcad
  • JoshTriplett
    Impressive work!Minor nit: why does the rendered in-window text use a really awful pixelated font? It looks like what happens when a font gets rendered onto a pixel grid without any hinting or snapping.
  • ponyous
    Does this use its own backend/engine? I've been working on LLM to CAD tool[0] and have realised there are so many backends and options to choose from. Since the realisation I'm trying to find the best representation for an LLM. I think OpenSCAD is currently the best and most feature complete choice, but I definitely need to dig a bit deeper. If anyone has any pointers I welcome them![0]: https://GrandpaCAD.com
  • steveharing1
    Currently I'm comfortable using FreeCAD but i'll try this one for sure.
  • TheJoeMan
    I scrolled with the mouse wheel and the origin drifts off screen.Is there an open-source "cleanroom" re-implementation of the Parasolid kernel? I just like the way Solidworks does things vs. Autodesk.
  • contingencies
    Ahh, but can it do a clean self-reversing diamond thread including the reversing portion?See https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47580583
  • mandarwagh
    Crazy
  • mclau153
    onShape does this already