Fostering creativity in engineering design through constructive dialogues with generative artificial intelligence
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: SummaryArtificial intelligence (AI) is progressively reshaping the way that researchers design and study highly complex systems. In this perspective, we introduce an engineering design methodology aimed at fostering creativity through "constructive dialogues with a generative AI" and exemplify its potential through a set of methodically developed case studies. This creativity promotion approach starts with computer-aided design (CAD) models of lattices, metamaterials, and architected materials, which are provided as initial inputs to a generative AI through a chat. Then, the conversation starts with researchers asking the generative AI to modify the provided CAD model images by incorporating new elements, placing them in quasi-real-life environments, or adapting the provided designs to the structures of new products. To illustrate the methodology, a varied set of selected case studies of constructive dialogues leading to highly innovative designs are provided, bridging the gap between tissue engineering scaffolds and building architectures, biohybrid materials and product design, and innovative structures and medical devices, to cite a few.Graphical abstract
Source: Cell Reports Physical Science
Authors: William Solórzano Requejo, Francisco Franco Martínez, Carlos Aguilar Vega, Rodrigo Zapata Martínez, Adrián Martínez Cendrero, Andrés Díaz Lantada
Institution: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Language: English
Subfield: Mechanical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $5,460
OpenAlex ID: W4401637653