Software
Machine Monitoring Has a Lot to Learn
Supplementing CNC connections with sensors and machine learning enables predicting performance on the level of the individual part.
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Do Modern CNCs Call for a New Programming Paradigm?
Complex workpieces such as AM parts present demanding toolpath challenges. But meeting the challenges reveals how much precision we’ve had all along — we just need the measurements and methods to use it.
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Hypertherm Introduces New Machine Data Module
Production Manager is designed to seamlessly integrate with Hypertherm’s Edge Connect CNC to automatically capture machine data without the need for operator intervention.
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In Plastics Machining, One Sharp Tool Does It All
Milling plastic can pose a variety of challenges, but keep a few principles in mind and quality parts will follow.
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Mastercam Software Enables Simultaneous 4- and 5-Axis Machining
The Multiaxis unified toolpath enables users to select multiple pieces of input geometry to generate the toolpath pattern.
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Premier Prototyping Machine Shop Thrives on Software
Front-office automation and a discerning approach to work-free time for skilled CAM programmers to do what they do best.
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ModuleWorks Upgrades Digital Manufacturing Software
ModuleWorks 2021.12 is said to include a new multi-axis hole making cycles with independent feed rate control, a new morph pattern for laser aided manufacturing and a collision-free solution for robotics post processing.
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Heidenhain Upgrades Machine Monitoring System
Heidenhain’s StateMonitor V1.4.0 now offers the ability to monitor tools within a connected machine. According to the company, this enables users to collect current tool usage data and avoid unnecessary costs due to premature tool replacement.
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Five-Axis and Clever Controls Support Medical Manufacturing
Kern’s Micro Vario and Heidenhain’s TNC 640 control give M5 the precision and accuracy it needs to successfully micromachine medical parts.
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Generative Design for Milling Lightweights EV Motorbike Part
Autodesk’s Fusion 360 generative design function can create mass-saving solutions for three-axis milling and other conventional manufacturing processes.
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