Today, we are going to discuss the "Machine design is more about "AI utilization in general" for human designers than total replacement with AI.The memo is called.
Students who are about to decide on a job, and those who are just starting out in mechanical design,Share what I think about the common information that "AI will take away machine design jobs" and the answers I actually asked AI. I will try to do so.
Mechanical design jobs will not be entirely replaced by AI.
I think the information about AI taking over machine design jobs is a "possible story".
Until recently, there were announcements everywhere of jobs that will disappear in the future (replaceable jobs) due to AI.
Among them, "Mechanical design and CAD operatorI believe that many people do not see a future in working with machines in the future because they have seen it.
Of course, many people think that not only machine design but also factory work itself is in trouble in the future due to mechanization.
I also found this article on the web.
Quote: What is the future of the design industry, is it a job that will disappear with AI, confessional note by a mechanical designer *now erased
In the near future, the industry I'm in will certainly be replaced by AI, both mechanical, architectural, and electrical."
As for the above, this is probably what the writer of this article thought when looking at AI from his environment, but you don't have to believe this. Not only this kind of information, but the older information should be deleted. Currently, we are seeing the difficulty of replacing machine design with AI.
Machine Design Practices and AI Answers
The mechanical design work isIt's too broad to definitively say, "This is how it is." It is.
For example, AI can be used to streamline machine design, including analysis to find the optimal structure.something like that, i.e.A space that has some constraints on its form and some elements required for that space. It is.easy to understandIn equipment, it is motors; in design, geometry; and in tolerances, which must be calculated.
Since it is not possible to make major changes, we would like to have AI instead of the work of shifting conditions slightly and examining them.PTC: Generative Design Based on AI and ... andDesign and Manufacturing with Intelligence: Autodesk AI There is a movement to specialize in partial consideration realization, as shown in the following table.
However, designers who are engaged in mechanical design should not be puzzled by the partial use of AI in this field. Even in the case of products such as motors, which I mentioned earlier as an example, AI will not completely replace them because of the need to adjust to the demands of the market. Of course, if the "three actuals" principle (actual site, actual thing, and actual reality) is ignored, AI will be sufficient.
Next, I actually contacted AI (ChatGPT-4) and here is their response.
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Will AI eventually replace mechanical design work?ChatGPT]
Several aspects of AI's impact on the field of mechanical design need to be considered: AI certainly has the ability to streamline and optimize the design process. For example, AI can perform complex calculations faster and make data-driven design suggestions. However, whether AI will completely replace mechanical design work depends on the following factorsCreativity and Innovation: Machine design often involves a creative process, and AI may still fall short of human designers in this aspect. Dealing with new ideas and unknown problems will likely remain the domain of human designers.
Technological Advancements: With the development of AI technology, more design tasks could be automated in the future. AI efficiency and accuracy will be especially valuable for repetitive and data-intensive tasks.
Human-AI collaboration: Rather than a complete replacement, a realistic scenario might be one in which human designers and AI work together, with the AI responsible for data analysis and providing initial suggestions, and the human making final decisions and creative approaches.
Economic and social factors: In addition to technical feasibility, economic costs, labor market impacts, and regulatory and ethical issues will affect the extent to which AI replaces machine design jobs.
Overall, while AI automation is likely to increase, a form of coexistence and collaboration between human designers and AI will be more common than total replacement. Advances in technology are also expected to change the role and skill set of designers and create new opportunities.
This is a very satisfactory answer.
My category (production facilities and equipment design), for example, is Machine design without base It is.
- Determine equipment layout to match the customer's production process
- Select the steel material to be used, taking into consideration the structure, foundation of the building section, and installation space.
- Selection of equipment manufacturers that can provide the capacity and capability of the equipment to be used based on the calculation of production takt time, etc.
- Study and determine the operating range of each device
- Test, review, and determine the shape and processing of each part
- Design of safety fences and other safety assurances
- How to fix machines, etc. and how to use anchors
- Shape and equipment installation considering maintenance and upkeep
And so on... There are so many things to do that it is impossible to write them all down. To put it another way, theseWhat only people can do has always been valuable and will always be a necessary skill.This means.
Supplement: For example, the use of AI in machining paths is prominent, but don't be mistaken here either.
Automation of machining paths, including blade selection, which is often seen in the application of AI in the manufacturing industry, cannot be realized without the expertise of machining engineers. Even if it is realized, there are many things to think about: how to maintain the machine, how to respond to new technologies, the aging of the machine itself, updating, foundations, and loader/unloader.
In other words,Human skill, know-how, and experience are also necessary for partial utilization here. I am sure you will.
The value of engineers and what they should be aware of
Putting more into practical work than ever before.
Assuming that AI is confirmed at this point in time to be partially utilized, based on what has been said so far,Their value is their practical experience and ability to apply it. I believe that this is one of the factors to become a necessary human resource in the future. It is easy to talk about AI, but it is difficult to talk about practical know-how. I believe that keeping the information and experience gained in tasks that are difficult to verbalize as one's own is one of the factors that will make one a necessary human resource in the future.
Antennae and Challenges in the Application of AI
AI and technology is constantly evolving around 2020, which is what a layman like me has come to see. In 2023, it will be used in a more concrete way, and 2024 will be the era of super AI.
We are required to learn and adapt to the latest trends, tools, and technologies in the ever-evolving AI field.
However, there are risks associated with focusing on the results of analysis, so it may be important to keep the analysis to its intended use.
The scene and opportunity for personal success that lies ahead
This part is my assumption, but recently I have often felt a sense of discomfort when selling to large manufacturing companies. For example.
- We are a large company, but we deal with individuals (cost and corresponding outsourcing is within commuting area, etc.)
- Trying to make use of existing facilities more than expected.
This is the gap between imagination and reality.
There is a clear difference between places that are interested in the web and other SIers (S.I.A.: contracted development companies that undertake all processes of system development) but are not taking major steps toward execution, and manufacturers that handle products for which the elemental design is almost complete are trying to take advantage of conventional, stable They are trying to take advantage of their existing stable manufacturing machines.
I understand that these companies are trying to reduce costs and improve efficiency as much as possible.
In fact, the level of difficulty in improving efficiency in factories is much higher than in the past, but on the other hand, the level of difficulty in performing multiple tasks is decreasing for us as individuals (the number of factors that can be lowered is increasing). I personally feel that the opportunity is right there, but it is a waste that we are not making use of AI.
In order to take advantage of AI, it is important to take care of your current work, accumulate know-how, be ready to take advantage of it at any time, and expose your strengths and experience so that you do not miss any opportunities. There are many things you need to do to make a living as an engineer.
Finally.
Today, I made a note of what I think at this point about the use of AI in machine design and beyond, starting with the story that machine design will not be replaced by AI.
Frankly, I'm not sure if AI is going to take my job or not.There's still a lot of over-the-top content for people who are working right now and trying to work there and have dreams. I have the impression that this is the case,thereforeI don't think that's actually true. Even CAD operators don't just draw models, do they?"I wrote the article with the idea that I would like to continue toWe hope that you will be able to work in mechanical design with peace of mind.
That is all. (*This article will be rewritten with new information on an annual basis.)
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