OFFICIAL PLATFORM USER MANUAL (v2.4 CAD)

GearBox Studio Documentation

Step-by-step technical documentation on building millimeter-accurate 3D cabinetry, scanning architectural drawings, and exporting CNC-ready flat patterns.

1. Getting Started & Account Setup

GearBox Studio runs directly in any modern WebGL-compliant browser (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge). No native executables or drivers are required.

1. Free Starter Credits

Receive 5 credits immediately upon verified email sign-up.

2. Select Workspace Mode

Choose Cabinetry, Packaging Studio, or Prefab BIM Framing.

3. Zero-Cost Edits

Sliders and CAM exports are 100% free with unlimited runs.

2. Prompting for Exact Millimeter Joinery & Room Layouts

The neural semantic compiler interprets precise dimensional constraints, joinery styles, and room references. For optimal results, specify explicit dimensions:

// Example 1: Fitted Wardrobe Run

"Build a 3600mm wide, 2700mm tall, 600mm deep 4-bay fitted wardrobe. Bay 1 and 2: full-height hinged doors with hanging rails. Bay 3: 4 lower soft-close drawers and 3 adjustable shelves. Bay 4: open display with LED channels. Material: American Walnut with 18mm Baltic Birch carcass."

// Example 2: Two-Level Commercial Reception Counter

"Two-level commercial reception counter: 3600mm total width, 1100mm visitor transaction ledge (300mm deep with 200mm overhang), 750mm staff worktop (600mm deep). Include ADA knee well clearance in center bay and recessed plinth."

Featured Multimodal Engine

3. Gemini Argon 2D Blueprint & Floor Plan Scanner

The integrated Gemini Argon vision engine scans uploaded 2D architectural drawings (PNG, JPG, SVG, and multi-page PDF documents) and automatically reconstructs editable 3D CAD models:

Supported Input Formats & Extraction Rules

• Architectural PDFs: Extracts dimension callouts (e.g., "5000 × 4200 mm"), perimeter walls, and door swing arcs.
• Hand-Drawn Sketches: Automatically straightens out-of-square lines and aligns walls to 90° orthogonal coordinates.
• Elevation Drawings: Maps horizontal dado grooving, vertical gables, and drawer split heights.

Cost: 2 Platform Credits per scan. The resulting model can then be edited indefinitely with 0-credit sliders.

4. <30ms Parametric Sliders & Board Thicknesses

Once a model is compiled, adjust any dimension in real time using the viewport ribbon or inspector panels:

18.0 mm Calibrated Core

Standard for European carcass gables, base bottoms, and adjustable shelving.

25.0 mm Heavy-Duty Span

Recommended for wide wardrobe top shelves, counter ledges, and retail uprights.

6.0 mm Backing Board

Subtractive 6.5mm dado groove offset 16mm from the rear perimeter edge.

5. 2440 × 1220 mm & 3050 × 1525 mm Sheet Nesting Engine

The integrated nesting algorithm executes an automated 2D guillotine bin-packing optimization:

Saw Kerf & Router Spacing: Configurable from 3.0mm (panel saw blade) to 3.175mm–6.35mm (CNC compression bits).
Perimeter Squaring Trim: 10mm to 15mm margin trims off damaged warehouse edges.
Grain Orientation Locking: Preserves longitudinal grain aesthetic across matched door runs.

6. Scoped Client Review Sign-Off Links

Send clients an interactive 3D review link by clicking the Share Review Link button in the top navigation bar. Clients can orbit, zoom, inspect dimensions, and submit sign-off markups ("Approved for CNC" or "Revisions Requested") without seeing your internal BOM costs or downloading raw DXFs.

7. Credits & Billing FAQ

Do credits expire?

No. One-time credit packs never expire. Unused credits remain in your vault indefinitely.

What happens if a synthesis fails?

If a network drop or server timeout halts generation, the consumed credit is immediately returned to your balance.

Ready to Put This Documentation into Practice?

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