FabLang is a domain-specific programming language crafted to streamline industrial design and make parts easier to manufacture. # FabLang [](https://discord.gg/agora-999382051935506503) [](https://www.youtube.com/@kyegomez3242) [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kye-g-38759a207/) [](https://x.com/kyegomezb) *The Domain-Specific Language for Industrial Design and Manufacturing* **FabLang** is a domain-specific programming language crafted to streamline industrial design and make parts easier to manufacture. It bridges the gap between conceptual design and production-ready models by providing an intuitive syntax tailored for engineers and designers. With FabLang, you can create precise, parametric models that seamlessly integrate with existing CAD/CAM tools. --- ## Features - **Intuitive Syntax** - Designed for readability and ease of use. - Syntax resembles engineering notation for quick adoption. - **Parametric Modeling** - Define dimensions and properties as variables. - Support for equations and relationships between parameters. - **Geometric Primitives and Operations** - Built-in shapes: boxes, cylinders, spheres, cones. - Boolean operations: union, difference, intersection. - **Units and Measurements** - Explicit unit support (mm, cm, inches). - Automatic unit conversion and consistency checks. - **Constraints and Relations** - Set geometric constraints (parallelism, concentricity). - Maintain relationships automatically during modifications. - **Material Properties** - Assign materials with properties like density and strength. - Integrate material considerations into design calculations. - **Error Checking and Optimization** - Automatic detection of manufacturability issues. - Suggestions for design modifications to improve production. - **Integration with CAD/CAM** - Export to standard formats: STEP, IGES, STL. - Import existing models for modification or analysis. - **Extensibility** - Support for modules and user-defined functions. - API for extending language capabilities. - **Visualization** - Real-time 3D rendering within the development environment. - Cross-sectional views and detailed inspection tools. --- ## Getting Started ### Installation FabLang is currently in development. Installation instructions will be provided upon official release. Stay tuned for updates! ### Basic Syntax Overview ```plaintext // Define parameters with units length = 100 mm; width = 50 mm; height = 25 mm; // Create a box using the parameters box(length: length, width: width, height: height); ``` --- ## Examples ### Example 1: Parametric Part with Hole ```plaintext // Parameters length = 150 mm; width = 100 mm; height = 50 mm; hole_diameter = 20 mm; // Material Assignment material("Aluminum 6061"); // Base Geometry base = box(length: length, width: width, height: height); // Create a Hole hole = cylinder(diameter: hole_diameter, height: height + 10 mm); // Position the Hole at the Center of the Base hole = translate(x: length / 2, y: width / 2, z: -5 mm) { hole; }; // Subtract Hole from Base to Create the Final Part part = difference { base; hole; }; // Export the Part to a STEP File export(part, format: "STEP", filename: "parametric_part.step"); ``` ### Example 2: Gear Generator Module ```plaintext module gear(teeth_count: int, module_size: float) { pitch_diameter = module_size * teeth_count; addendum = module_size; dedendum = 1.25 * module_size; // Gear profile calculations // ... gear_profile = // Generate gear profile geometry return gear_profile; } // Generate a Gear with Specific Parameters my_gear = gear(teeth_count: 24, module_size: 2 mm); export(my_gear, format: "STEP", filename: "gear.step"); ``` --- ## Documentation Comprehensive documentation is available to help you get the most out of FabLang: - **[Language Guide](docs/language_guide.md)**: Detailed explanation of syntax and language features. - **[Standard Library Reference](docs/standard_library.md)**: Documentation of built-in functions and modules. - **[Tutorials](docs/tutorials/)**: Step-by-step guides for creating various designs. - **[API Documentation](docs/api.md)**: Information on extending FabLang through the API. --- ## Contributing We welcome contributions from the community! To contribute: 1. Fork the repository. 2. Create a new branch for your feature or bugfix. 3. Commit your changes with clear messages. 4. Submit a pull request detailing your changes. Please read our [Contributing Guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md) for more information. --- ## License FabLang is released under the [MIT License](LICENSE). You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software as per the terms of the license. --- <!-- ## Support For questions, issues, or suggestions: - **Issue Tracker**: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/yourusername/fablang/issues) - **Email**: support@fablang.org - **Community Forum**: [FabLang Discussions](https://github.com/yourusername/fablang/discussions) --> --- ## Roadmap - **Version 0.1** - Basic syntax implementation. - Core geometric primitives and operations. - Simple exporter for common CAD formats. - **Version 0.2** - Enhanced error checking and optimization features. - Integration with additional CAD/CAM tools. - Expanded standard library. - **Future Releases** - Advanced simulation and analysis capabilities. - Improved IDE features with real-time collaboration. - AI-assisted design suggestions and optimizations. --- ## Acknowledgments - **Community Contributors**: Thank you to everyone who has contributed to FabLang's development. - **Open-Source Libraries**: FabLang utilizes several open-source projects. See [ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.md](ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.md) for details. --- *Empower your industrial design process with FabLang—where precision meets efficiency.* Source: https://github.com/kyegomez/FabLang