Leo AI Introduces Free Text Search for Vendor Parts

In a move that transforms how mechanical engineers find and select parts, Leo AI now lets you search vendor catalogs using free text - just like talking to a colleague.

Gone are the days of browsing outdated part catalogs, guessing keywords, or hopping between vendor websites. Instead, just type something like:

"I need a ball bearing for a 30 mm shaft, suitable for outdoor environments"

Leo will scan top vendor sites and return a list of relevant parts.

Why This Matters for Engineers

According to multiple industry reports, including McKinsey and Engineering.com, engineers spend 20–30% of their time selecting and sourcing components - a major bottleneck in modern design workflows.

Leo AI aims to fix this.

With the new free text part search, engineers can now:

• Skip manual vendor navigation

• Get relevant suggestions faster

• Focus more on design, less on procurement

And it’s just the beginning.

What’s Available Today

Right now, Leo integrates with top vendor databases and lets engineers input their needs using plain language - no special syntax required.

For supported CAD tools, Leo will soon also interpret the geometry of your design to suggest parts, even without written input.

That means no more switching tabs, guessing part numbers, or struggling to explain what you need.

Just design → describe → find.

What’s Next

Leo AI’s roadmap includes:

• Integration with your internal part libraries and PLM systems

• CAD-aware matching inside tools like Onshape and SolidWorks

• Auto-suggestions based on engineering constraints and design history

With its second patent granted, Leo continues building the world’s first LMM (Large Mechanical Model), expanding its capabilities toward full-cycle AI-assisted mechanical design.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How does Leo AI help engineers find vendor parts?
Just describe what you need in natural language—like “I need a ball bearing for a 30 mm shaft, suitable for outdoor environments”—and Leo will search top vendor catalogs to find matching components.

2. Can Leo AI understand 3D geometry from my CAD models?
Yes. For supported CAD platforms, Leo can already interpret basic design geometry and suggest suitable parts, even without needing written input.

3. Can Leo AI search our company’s internal libraries?
Not yet, but support for PLM integration and internal part library search is currently in development as part of Leo’s roadmap.

4. What makes Leo AI’s part search different from traditional methods?
Leo eliminates the need to browse outdated catalogs or guess keywords. Engineers can skip manual navigation, receive relevant suggestions faster, and focus more on designing instead of sourcing.

5. Is Leo AI free to use?
Leo AI offers a free trial, allowing engineers to explore its capabilities before committing.

6. What’s coming next for Leo AI’s part search features?
Future updates will include integration with internal libraries, CAD-aware part matching inside tools like Onshape and SolidWorks, and auto-suggestions based on engineering constraints and design history.

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