Structural design in AutoCAD involves creating 2D or 3D detailed drawings of beams, columns, foundations, and slabs to visualize, plan, and execute construction projects, integrating information about loads, material strength, and design specifications. Users create structural members by extruding 2D shapes along a path, aligning members with existing linework, or converting linework into structural objects. This process allows for easy modifications and revisions, helps in identifying design errors before construction, and facilitates clear communication between designers, engineers, and architects for accurate and cost-effective building plans.
