Applying virtual reality techniques to engineering design optimization

Abstract

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A virtual engineering framework to support progressive interaction in engineering design

“…As shown in Fig VE tools are developed to facilitate the design cost reduction and rapid product realization. Yeh [1997] developed an integrated virtual environment for structural shape design. This includes design specification, sensitivity analysis, and design model manipulation.…”