Transferring CAD/CAM files.(computer aided design; computer aided manufacturing)

From: Modern Machine Shop | Date: July 1, 1999| Author: | Copyright information

A primary issue in the use of computer aided manufacturing (CAM) software among machine tool businesses is the ability to import customers' computer aided design files to generate tool paths and, ultimately, produce the necessary components. They ought to beware of poorly developed CAM data translators, for example. Thus, an understanding of the electronic file transfer process will help machine tool shops know what to expect and will help them in selecting and purchasing CAM software.

Importing and exporting CAD files is o fundamental function of CAM software. An understanding of this ...

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