This survey paper describes approaches to and applications
of 3D free-form cutting and packing problems. Some initial work on these
problems has been done in the last few years. The approaches used,
which include simulated annealing, the genetic algorithm, and heuristics
with simulated annealing, are described, and applications of the problems
are introduced. They include 3D product layout and rapid prototyping,
which is a new technology for quickly creating 3D products with computer-
aided design systems. Finally, practical aspects of the problems involved
in rapid prototyping are discussed.
By: Takayuki Osogami
Published in: RT0287 in 2002
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