Kerf vs Rhino

Grouped by discipline (D1–D14), same as Kerf's own capability list. Click a section to expand it.

D1 Geometry & core CAD 12 of 17 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
NURBS surfacing (blend/network/patch)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/network_srf.py	yes source ↗
Surface continuity matching (G0–G3)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/match_srf.py	yes source ↗
Sweep (1 & 2 rail)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/surfacing.py	yes source ↗
Loft	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/feature_loft.py	yes source ↗
Surface patch from curves/points	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/patch_srf.py	yes source ↗
SubD modelling with creases	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/quad_remesh.py	yes source ↗
Mesh repair / ShrinkWrap	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/mesh_repair.py	yes source ↗
Constraint sketcher (geo + dim)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/sketch.py	partial source ↗
Pad / pocket / revolve	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/plugin.py	partial source ↗
Fillet / chamfer (constant)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/plugin.py	yes source ↗
Boolean operations (B-rep)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/occ_helpers.py	yes source ↗
Assemblies — mates	yes packages/kerf-mates/src/kerf_mates/joints.py	partial source ↗
2D drawings (views/dims/sections)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/drawings/auto_dimension.py	yes source ↗
Sheet metal	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/construction_verbs_tools.py	no source ↗
Configurations / family variants	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/plugin.py	partial source ↗
Direct edit (push-pull)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/direct_edit.py	yes source ↗
Surface analysis (zebra / curvature combs)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/geom/surface_analysis.py	yes source ↗

D2 Structural / FEA 0 of 3 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
FE — 1D beam / 2D truss (native)	yes packages/kerf-fem/src/kerf_fem/linear_static.py	paid tier source ↗
FE — plate / shell (native)	yes packages/kerf-fem/src/kerf_fem/plate.py	paid tier source ↗
AISC 360-22 steel (members)	yes packages/kerf-structural/src/kerf_structural/aisc_member.py	no source ↗

D3 Machine elements 0 of 2 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Spur/helical gear rating (AGMA 2001-D04)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/gears.py	no source ↗
Bearings — ISO 281 L10	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/bearings/select.py	no source ↗

D5 Aero / marine / space 0 of 1 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Naval hydrostatics + GZ stability (IMO)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/mooring/lines.py	no source ↗

D7 Manufacturing / CAM 0 of 5 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
3-axis CAM (profile/contour/pocket/face)	yes packages/kerf-cam/src/kerf_cam/worker.py	paid tier source ↗
5-axis (kinematics + posts)	yes packages/kerf-cam/src/kerf_cam/five_axis/indexed_3_2.py	paid tier source ↗
G-code post (Fanuc/GRBL/LinuxCNC)	yes packages/kerf-cam/src/kerf_cam/posts/fanuc_3x.py	paid tier source ↗
Nesting (skyline + true-shape NFP)	yes packages/kerf-manufacturing/src/kerf_manufacturing/moldflow/weldline.py	paid tier source ↗
Moldflow / fill sim	yes packages/kerf-manufacturing/src/kerf_manufacturing/moldflow/weldline.py	no source ↗

D8 Civil / infrastructure / geo 0 of 1 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Landscape (drainage/grading/planting)	yes packages/kerf-landscape/src/kerf_landscape/planting.py	paid tier source ↗

D12 Optics / acoustics 1 of 5 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Paraxial ABCD ray transfer	yes packages/kerf-optics/src/kerf_optics/ray_transfer.py	no source ↗
Gaussian beam propagation (M², q-param)	yes packages/kerf-optics/src/kerf_optics/gaussian.py	no source ↗
Non-sequential ray tracing (stray light)	yes packages/kerf-optics/src/kerf_optics/nonsequential.py	no source ↗
Photoreal rendering (built-in)	yes packages/kerf-render/src/kerf_render/pathtracer.py	yes source ↗
Photoreal rendering (advanced plugins)	partial packages/kerf-render/src/kerf_render/cycles_translator.py	paid tier source ↗

D13 Verticals 1 of 8 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Jewelry (41 modules)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/ring.py	paid tier source ↗
Ring design (profiles/styles)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/ring.py	paid tier source ↗
Gemstones / cuts	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/gemstones.py	paid tier source ↗
Settings / pavé / channel	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/settings.py	paid tier source ↗
Chain / findings	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/chain.py	paid tier source ↗
Casting / wax-mill export	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/jewelry/casting_export.py	paid tier source ↗
Visual node scripting	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/plugin.py	yes source ↗
BIM (walls/slabs/framing/stairs/IFC4)	yes packages/kerf-bim/src/kerf_bim/family_authoring.py	partial source ↗

D14 Cost / materials / LCA 0 of 3 matched›

Capability	Kerf	Rhino
Material selection (Ashby)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/matsel/multi_objective.py	no source ↗
LCA (full ISO 14040/44 4 phases)	yes packages/kerf-lca/src/kerf_lca/phases.py	no source ↗
Should-cost (6 processes, Boothroyd-Dewhurst)	yes packages/kerf-cad-core/src/kerf_cad_core/matsel/db.py	no source ↗

• yes shipped
• partial works with limits
• paid tier present, but behind an add-on or meter
• no not available