todaC

todaC is a software component or library that facilitates the integration of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) data into various applications. It is designed to provide a standardized way to access, manipulate, and visualize CAD information. The primary purpose of todaC is to bridge the gap between complex CAD file formats and the needs of software developers who require this data for different purposes, such as product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturing execution systems (MES), augmented reality (AR), or virtual reality (VR) environments.

The functionality of todaC typically includes reading and parsing a wide range of industry-standard CAD file formats, such as STEP, IGES, STL, and native formats from popular CAD software. It aims to extract geometric data, assembly structures, metadata, and other relevant information from these files. Developers can then use todaC's APIs to load CAD models into their applications, perform operations like tessellation, simplification, or measurement, and render them for visualization.

By abstracting the complexities of different file formats, todaC enables developers to build applications that are more interoperable and less dependent on specific CAD software. This can lead to reduced development time and costs, as well as improved data consistency across different systems. The component is often used in scenarios where seamless integration of 3D design data is crucial for downstream processes or user experiences.