This book offers a thorough examination of CAD-based programming in the context of design and manufacturing, structured across five key chapters. Readers will explore topics such as automated design, geometry feature recognition, and system assembly, as well as the generation of CNC codes directly from CAD models. The book delves into the integration of CAD with CAM and other modules, while addressing the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging technologies like AI and machine learning. Whether you are a designer, engineer, or simply interested in the field, this resource provides both practical insights and a forward-looking perspective on CAD-based workflows.

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Prof. Dr. Panagiotis Kyratsis is the Head of the Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering at the University of Western Macedonia, Greece. His research interests include CAD/CAM/CAE systems, manufacturing, computational design, and reverse engineering. He also directs the Computational Design and Digital Fabrication Research Lab (CODE+).

Dr. Anastasios Tzotzis is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Western Macedonia, Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering. His research focuses on machining simulations, intelligent manufacturing, CAD-based programming, and the implementation of finite element methods.

Prof. J. Paulo Davim is a Full Professor at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. His research interests encompass manufacturing, machining, tribology, surface engineering, and sustainability. He has received several awards, including recognition as one of the World's Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University.