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We explore some concepts in artificial intelligence and computer aided design; the assumptions of overt knowledge, beliefs and intuition — illustrated by experience of CAD. By changing our assumptions, it is suggested that we might achieve better compatibility between computers and designers.

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Bijl, A. (1986). AI in architectural CAD. In: CAD and Robotics in Architecture and Construction. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-7404-6_1

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