OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Computer-Aided Design is 8. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-11-01 to 2025-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Reinforcement learning based automatic block decomposition of solid models for hexahedral meshing	89
Point-normal convexity preserving curve interpolation	71
Numerical integration on 2D/3D arbitrary domains: Adaptive quadrature/cubature rule for domains with curved boundaries	69
Onion-Hash: A Compact and Robust 3D Perceptual Hash for Asset Authentication	61
Construction of IGA-suitable Volume Parametric Models by the Segmentation–Mapping–Merging Mechanism of Design Features	40
Computational design of asymptotic geodesic hybrid gridshells via propagation algorithms	37
Reconstruction and Preservation of Feature Curves in 3D Point Cloud Processing	36
A validity- and kinematics-aware approach for optimizing fabrication orientation	34
On the Efficiency of the Advancing-Front Surface Mesh Generation Algorithm	33
Conformal Marked Bisection for Local Refinement of n-Dimensional Un	33
Non-uniform subdivision schemes of ωB-spline curves and surfaces w	31
Feature Points Recognition of Computerized Numerical Control Machining Tool Path Based on Deep Learning	29
Curvature-based R-Adaptive Planar NURBS Parameterization Method for I	29
3D Periodic Cellular Materials with Tailored Symmetry and Implicit Grading	28
Local Decomposition of Hexahedral Singular Nodes into Singular Curves	28
Higher-degrees Hybrid Non-uniform Subdivision Surfaces	27
Architectural Structures from Quad Meshes with Planar Parameter Lines	26
Point containment algorithms for constructive solid geometry with unbounded primitives	26
Towards G1	26
Interactive Structural Topology Optimization with Subjective Scoring and Drawing Systems	25
Interactive 3D structural design in virtual reality using preference-based topology optimization	24
A Functional Classification of Text Annotations for Engineering Design	22
A Shape Optimisation with the Isogeometric Boundary Element Method and Adjoint Variable Method for the Three-Dimensional Helmholtz Equation	22
Fast and Accurate Normal Estimation for Point Clouds Via Patch Stitching	22
Machine learning-based 3D scan coverage prediction for smart-control applications	22

ShapeArchit: Shape-Inspired Architecture Design with Space Planning	22
Editorial Board	21
Fast Parallel Evaluation of Exact Geometric Predicates on GPUs	21
A computational implementation of Vector-based 3D Graphic Statics (VGS) for interactive and real-time structural design	21
An Enriched Polyhedral-based Simulation for the Contact Modeling with Form Defects and Mechanical Loads	21
Shape factors and shoulder points for shape control of rational Bézier curves	20
LayerLock: Layer-Wise Collision-Free Multi-Robot Additive Manufacturing Using Topologically Interlocked Space-Filling Shapes	19
An analytical method for corner smoothing of five-axis linear paths using the conformal geometric algebra	19
SDF-CWF: Consolidating Weak Features in High-Quality Mesh Extraction from Signed Distance Functions	19
Deep Shape Representation with Sharp Feature Preservation	19
Isogeometric Level Set-Based Topology Optimization for Geometrically Nonlinear Plane Stress Problems	18
Polyhedral-based Modeling and Algorithms for Tolerancing Analysis	18
Editorial Board	17
A Novel Approach For Estimation of Profile Deviation Based on Poles and Pole Circles for the Inspection of 2D Free-form Profiles	17
Gradient design and fabrication methodology for interleaved self-locking kirigami panels	16
Multiscale topology optimization for solid–lattice–void hybrid structures through an ordered multi-phase interpolation	16
Reconfigurable Modular System of Prefabricated Timber Grids	16
Persistent homology-driven optimization of effective relative density range for triply periodic minimal surfaces	16
A Standards-Based Digital Twin of an Experiment with a Scale Model Ship	16
Hybrid Manufacturing Process Planning for Arbitrary Part and Tool Shapes	16
Computational Design of Lightweight Trusses	16
IF-TONIR: Iteration-free Topology Optimization based on Implicit Neural Representations	16
Editorial Board	15
ToyAssembler: Sewing Patterns into a 3D Toy by Automatic Pre-Positioning	15
Structural regularity detection and enhancement for surface mesh reconstruction in reverse engineering	15
Bi-cubic Scaffold Surfaces	15
Editorial Board	15
A divide-and-conquer algorithm for curve fitting	14
Editorial Board	14
Editorial Board	14
A Globalized and Preconditioned Newton-CG Solver for Metric-Aware Curved High-Order Mesh Optimization	14
Efficient Parallel Thinning of 3d Objects on the Body-centered Cubic Lattice	14
Quad Meshing with Coarse Layouts for Planar Domains	13
Editorial Board	13
Two-scale microstructure construction by statistical correlation functions	13
SDF-RVD: Restricted Voronoi Diagram on Signed Distance Field	12
Constrained Form-Finding of Tension–Compression Structures using Automatic Differentiation	12
Scattered Points Interpolation with Globally Smooth B-Spline Surface using Iterative Knot Insertion	12
Challenges in topology optimization for hybrid additive–subtractive manufacturing: A review	12
eCAD-Net: Editable Parametric CAD Models Reconstruction from Dumb B-Rep Models Using Deep Neural Networks	12
Multilevel T-spline Approximation for Scattered Observations with Application to Land Remote Sensing	12
Curvature Gradient-estimation Using CT Sinogram and its Application to Reverse Engineering	12
Wrinkles Realistic Clothing Reconstruction by Combining Implicit and Explicit Method	12
Generalizing feature preservation in iso-surface extraction from triple dexel models	11
A Parallel Variational Mesh Quality Improvement Method for Tetrahedral Meshes Based on the MMPDE Method	11
Structural topology exploration through policy-based generation of equilibrium representations	11
Two-stage physics-informed deep neural networks framework for form-finding of tensegrity structures	11
Functional map-based reflection intrinsic symmetry detection and symmetrization for 2D deformable shapes	11
An extended tuned subdivision scheme with optimal convergence for isogeometric analysis	11
Editorial Board	11

Closing gaps in the digital thread with the Quality Information Framework (QIF) standard for a seamless geometry assurance process	11
Multiresolution lattice-based support generation for additive manufacturing	11
Presenting a Method to Generate Existing and Novel Girihs (Islamic Geometric Patterns) for All Systems and Families Based on 7-Fold Patterns	11
Recognizing geometric primitives in 3D point clouds of mechanical CAD objects	11
Shape-supervised Dimension Reduction: Extracting Geometry and Physics Associated Features with Geometric Moments	11
FRAMED: An AutoML Approach for Structural Performance Prediction of Bicycle Frames	11
Recent advancement in conformal cooling channels: A review on design, simulation and future trends	10
Bending-Reinforced Grid Shells for Free-form Architectural Surfaces	10
Semantic-driven Graph Transformations in Floor Plan Design	10
Multi-Scale and Irregularly Distributed Circular Hole Feature Extraction from Engine Cylinder Point Clouds	10
3D Shape Deformation Using Stick Figures	10
P3	10
SPM 2021 Editorial	10
Linear-Time Algorithm for Computing the Bernstein–Bézier Coefficients of B-spline Basis Functions	10
Advancing Front Mesh Generation on Dirty Composite Surfaces	10
Handlebody Plesiohedra Unchained: Topologically Interlocked Cell-Transitive 3-Honeycombs	9
Forward and Inverse D-Form Modelling Based on Optimisation	9
Flexible Kokotsakis Meshes with Skew Faces: Generalization of the Orthodiagonal Involutive Type	9
Guest Editorial: Proceedings of SPM 2022 Symposium	9
An efficient parallel mesh generation method for finite element based analysis of large complex architecture	9
A Survey of Methods for Converting Unstructured Data to CSG Models	9
A Deep Learning Driven Active Framework for Segmentation of Large 3D Shape Collections	9
Explicit Tunnels and Cavities Control Using SIMP and MMA in Structural Topology Optimization	9
Hybrid Optimization-based Cutting Simulation for Soft Objects	9
Variational Direct Modeling: A Framework Towards Integration of Parametric Modeling and Direct Modeling in CAD	9
Using an Embedded Multi User Inverse Kinematic Solver for Intuitive Modeling and Simulation	9
Combining High-Order Metric Interpolation and Geometry Implicitization for Curved r	9
Editorial Board	8
Geometric Moment-Dependent Global Sensitivity Analysis without Simulation Data: Application to Ship Hull Form Optimisation	8
Full-LSPIA: A Least-Squares Progressive-Iterative Approximation Method with Optimization of Weights and Knots for NURBS Curves and Surfaces	8
CAD Model Details via Curved Knot Lines and Truncated Powers	8
Non-geodesic filament winding: Derivation process and resolution of a pair of ordinary differential equations in arc length based on vector projection	8
A Slice-Traversal Algorithm for Very Large Mapped Volumetric Models	8
A compact yet flexible design space for large-scale nonperiodic 3D woven composites based on a weighted game for generating candidate tow architectures	8
Modeling and Analyzing Layup Gaps in the Trajectory Planning for Automated Tape Placement	8
Beyond Statistical Similarity: Rethinking Metrics for Deep Generative Models in Engineering Design	8
Volume decomposition for multi-axis support-free and gouging-free printing based on ellipsoidal slicing	8
Sketch123: Multi-spectral channel cross attention for sketch-based 3D generation via diffusion models	8
How Does the Modeling Strategy Influence Design Optimization and the Automatic Generation of Parametric Geometry Variations?	8
Mesh parameterization using elastic FEM with negative Poisson’s ratio material and triangle shape transformation	8
UCSM: Dataset of U-shaped parametric CAD geometries and real-world sheet metal meshes for deep drawing	8
Editorial Board	8
Towards a High Quality Shrink Wrap Mesh Generation Algorithm Using Mathematical Morphology	8
Robust Algebraic Curve Intersections with Tolerance Control	8