Abstract: A method of recognizing an object for applying an augmented reality image is provided. The method includes converting 3D CAD drawings of a plurality of objects to associated point cloud data. The method also includes storing the point cloud data associated with the 3D CAD drawings in a database. The method includes identifying the object by scanning a portion of an object. The method also includes retrieving point cloud data associated with the object. The method further includes comparing the image feed of the object with the point cloud data for aligning the point cloud data with the image feed of the object. The method includes retrieving and aligning a corresponding 3D CAD drawing associated with the point cloud data of the object.