Testing offsets for correctness. (operating computer numerical control machines)
From: Modern Machine Shop
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Date: 5/1/1998
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Author: Lynch, Mike
Custom macro B is a well-known version of parametric programming which can be very useful for gathering data on tool offsets in a machine shop. Such a program also allows the performance of tests using the IF statement and to provide warning systems as problems are discovered. This will allow the process control engineer to ensure that offset values fall within the allowable range.
Custom macro B (a popular version of parametric programming) gives you the ability to access tool offset values ...
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