🔩 Generating Mechanical Models with Claude Code

We recently needed a mechanical model of a USB coupler. On a whim, I suggested that the designer try using Claude Code to create it in FreeCAD from a 2D drawing - it worked! No MCP or complex setup needed. (Although there is an MCP available for FreeCAD).

We’ve been doing similar things with KiCad.

This illustrates the power of local workflows and open tools like FreeCad and KiCad.