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Comparative Study of Manual Drawing vs. CAD Drawing


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.08.084

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Priyank Vartak,Pratik Raut, Dr.Chinmay Pingulkar , Vinit Raut, " Comparative Study of Manual Drawing vs. CAD Drawing ", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 8, Article 1, pp. 1-2, 2025. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

Technical drawing is a fundamental aspect of engineering and architecture. Traditionally, manual drafting was the primary method for representing engineering designs. However, the advent of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) has revolutionized the drafting process. This paper presents a comparative study of manual drawing and CAD drawing, focusing on efficiency, accuracy, cost, learning curve, and industry adaptability. The study analyzes the advantages and limitations of both approaches to highlight their relevance in modern design and drafting applications.

Keywords

Manual drawing, CAD drawing, Computer-Aided Design, engineering graphics, technical drawing, drafting efficiency, design accuracy.

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