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Duhwan Mun

Korea University · Engineering

About the Lab

Professor Duhwan Mun's research lab specializes in advancing digital transformation in engineering design and manufacturing through deep learning and 3D data processing. The lab focuses on intelligent recognition and reconstruction of engineering drawings—particularly piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)—from image formats into structured digital models. Another key direction involves 3D CAD model understanding, including the automatic detection of machining features and topology reconstruction using deep neural networks. The lab also addresses challenges in collaborative product development by enabling interoperability and effective engineering change management across heterogeneous CAD systems.

P&ID digitization3D CAD reconstructionmachining feature recognitiondeep learning for CADengineering data interoperability

Research Overview

Papers
200
Total Citations
1,981
Papers (5y)
36
Primary Field
Engineering

Research Output Trend

Figures are computed from collected data and may differ slightly.

Publications per year (5y)
36total
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Citations per year (5y)
310total
20222023202420252026

Selected Papers

15
1
Article|138 citations·2003
A set of standard modeling commands for the history-based parametric approach
Duhwan Mun, Soonhung Han, Junhwan Kim, You-Chon Oh
SJR Q1Computer-Aided Design
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
2
Article|69 citations·2019
Features Recognition from Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams in Image Format Using a Deep Learning Network
Eun-seop Yu, JaeMin Cha, Taekyong Lee, Jin-Il Kim, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1EnergiesOA

A piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) is a key drawing widely used in the energy industry. In a digital P&ID, all included objects are classified and made amenable to computerized data management. However, despite being widespread, a large number of P&IDs in the image format still in use throughout the process (plant design, procurement, construction, and commissioning) are hampered by difficulties associated with contractual relationships and software systems. In this study, w

Computer Vision and Pattern RecognitionComputer Science
3
Article|57 citations·2021
Deep-learning-based recognition of symbols and texts at an industrially applicable level from images of high-density piping and instrumentation diagrams
Hyungki Kim, Wonyong Lee, Mijoo Kim, Yoochan Moon, Taekyong Lee, Mincheol Cho, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Expert Systems with Applications
Computer Vision and Pattern RecognitionComputer Science
4
Article|57 citations·2021
Dataset and method for deep learning-based reconstruction of 3D CAD models containing machining features for mechanical parts
Hyunoh Lee, Jinwon Lee, Hyungki Kim, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Journal of Computational Design and EngineeringOA

ABSTRACT Three-dimensional (3D) computer-aided design (CAD) model reconstruction techniques are used for numerous purposes across various industries, including free-viewpoint video reconstruction, robotic mapping, tomographic reconstruction, 3D object recognition, and reverse engineering. With the development of deep learning techniques, researchers are investigating the reconstruction of 3D CAD models using learning-based methods. Therefore, we proposed a method to effectively reconstruct 3D CA

GeologyEarth and Planetary Sciences
5
Article|53 citations·2013
Feature-based simplification of boundary representation models using sequential iterative volume decomposition
Byung Chul Kim, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q2Computers & Graphics
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
6
Article|51 citations·2009
Protection of intellectual property based on a skeleton model in product design collaboration
Duhwan Mun, Jin-Sang Hwang, Soonhung Han
SJR Q1Computer-Aided Design
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
7
Article|48 citations·2020
Deep-learning-based retrieval of piping component catalogs for plant 3D CAD model reconstruction
Hyungki Kim, Changmo Yeo, Inhwan Dennis Lee, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Computers in Industry
Computational MechanicsEngineering
8
Article|47 citations·2022
End-to-end digitization of image format piping and instrumentation diagrams at an industrially applicable level
Byung Chul Kim, Hyungki Kim, Yoochan Moon, Gwang Lee, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Journal of Computational Design and EngineeringOA

Abstract This study proposes an end-to-end digitization method for converting piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) in the image format to digital P&IDs. Automating this process is an important concern in the process plant industry because presently image P&IDs are manually converted into digital P&IDs. The proposed method comprises object recognition within the P&ID images, topology reconstruction of recognized objects, and digital P&ID generation. A data set compr

Computer Vision and Pattern RecognitionComputer Science
9
Article|46 citations·2021
Machining feature recognition based on deep neural networks to support tight integration with 3D CAD systems
Changmo Yeo, Byung Chul Kim, Sang-Uk Cheon, Jinwon Lee, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Scientific ReportsOA

Recently, studies applying deep learning technology to recognize the machining feature of three-dimensional (3D) computer-aided design (CAD) models are increasing. Since the direct utilization of boundary representation (B-rep) models as input data for neural networks in terms of data structure is difficult, B-rep models are generally converted into a voxel, mesh, or point cloud model and used as inputs for neural networks for the application of 3D models to deep learning. However, the model's r

Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
10
Article|41 citations·2014
Simplification of feature-based 3D CAD assembly data of ship and offshore equipment using quantitative evaluation metrics
Soonjo Kwon, Byung Chul Kim, Duhwan Mun, Soonhung Han
SJR Q1Computer-Aided Design
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
11
Article|36 citations·2023
Deep learning-based weight estimation using a fast-reconstructed mesh model from the point cloud of a pig
Ki-Youn Kwon, Ah-Ram Park, Hyunoh Lee, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
Small AnimalsVeterinary
12
Article|35 citations·2014
Stepwise volume decomposition for the modification of B-rep models
Byung Chul Kim, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
13
Article|33 citations·2010
Knowledge-based part similarity measurement utilizing ontology and multi-criteria decision making technique
Duhwan Mun, Karthik Ramani
SJR Q1Advanced Engineering Informatics
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
14
Article|32 citations·2015
Enhanced volume decomposition minimizing overlapping volumes for the recognition of design features
Byung Chul Kim, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q2Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology
Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering
15
Article|31 citations·2022
3D convolutional neural network for machining feature recognition with gradient-based visual explanations from 3D CAD models
Jinwon Lee, Hyunoh Lee, Duhwan Mun
SJR Q1Scientific ReportsOA

In the manufacturing industry, all things related to a product manufactured are generated and managed with a three-dimensional (3D) computer-aided design (CAD) system. CAD models created in a 3D CAD system are represented as geometric and topological information for exchange between different CAD systems. Although 3D CAD models are easy to use for product design, it is not suitable for direct use in manufacturing since information on machining features is absent. This study proposes a novel deep

Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringEngineering

Research Areas

Industrial and Manufacturing EngineeringComputational MechanicsComputer Vision and Pattern RecognitionGeologyAerospace EngineeringControl and Systems Engineering

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