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create_circular_pattern

Creates a circular pattern of a 3D body around a specified axis. Define the axis, number of copies, and total angle.

Instructions

FreeCAD tool: create_circular_pattern

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
source_body_nameNoBody name
new_body_base_nameNoBody name
axisNox|y|zz
quantityNoCount
angleNoTotal angle (deg)
Behavior1/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations present, and the description provides no behavioral information such as effects on the model, required permissions, or side effects. The description only repeats the tool name.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness2/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise (one sentence) but fails to convey useful information; it is under-specification rather than effective conciseness.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness1/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool operates on FreeCAD models and has no output schema or annotations, the description lacks essential context such as what the pattern is applied to, how the tool affects existing geometry, or expected outcomes.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, but the tool description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema's minimal parameter descriptions (e.g., 'Body name', 'Count'). Baseline score of 3 is appropriate as the description does not enhance understanding of parameters.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states it's a FreeCAD tool for creating a circular pattern, which distinguishes it from siblings like create_rectangular_pattern, but it doesn't specify what is being patterned (e.g., features, bodies), leaving the purpose somewhat vague.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines1/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. No prerequisites, exclusions, or context for usage are provided.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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