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Introduction To Computer Numerical Control

This course introduces computer numerical control (CNC) for machine tools. It will cover selecting the appropriate machine tool and cutting tools for a production process, developing basic CNC code, and making pre-production adjustments. Specific topics include analyzing plans and machine components, selecting cutting tools, generating and implementing CNC code, quality control, and common CNC terminology such as the number of axes (2-axis, 2.5-axis, 3-axis, etc.). Students will learn how to operate and program CNC machines for manufacturing projects.

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Introduction To Computer Numerical Control

This course introduces computer numerical control (CNC) for machine tools. It will cover selecting the appropriate machine tool and cutting tools for a production process, developing basic CNC code, and making pre-production adjustments. Specific topics include analyzing plans and machine components, selecting cutting tools, generating and implementing CNC code, quality control, and common CNC terminology such as the number of axes (2-axis, 2.5-axis, 3-axis, etc.). Students will learn how to operate and program CNC machines for manufacturing projects.

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"Introduction to Computer Numerical Control" during this course you will learn

to:
 Select the right machine tool for the production process.
 Select the cutting tools according to the ISO standard.
 Develop a basic CNC code.
 Carry out the necessary pre-production adjustments.

Which topics will the course cover?


The content of Introduction to Computer Numerical Control is organized into
six sections:
1. Introduction, interpretation of plans and orders: develops the basic way
to analyze the plans of a piece and the differences between a
conventional machine tool and a CNC.
2. Process analysis and machines with CNC: presents the various
components of the CNC machines, their powertrains and the associated
coordinate systems.
3. Selection of the cutting tool: based on the ISO standard, the concepts
associated with the correct selection of the cutting tool and the
associated factors are explained.
4. Code generation: explains the structure of a CNC code, the basic
functions and their implementation in the code. The aim is for the
student to be able to develop a simple code.
5. Code implementation in the machine: all of the adjustments and work
required before starting production.
6. Quality control and measurement of pieces: an introduction to the
concept of quality and the importance of process control.

What will I learn on this course?


 Operate a machine controlled by Computer Numerical Control (CNC).
 Understand the steps to follow in a manufacturing project using a CNC
machine.
 Program the movement instructions of a CNC machine.
The machine can be a milling machine, lathe, router, welder, grinder, laser or
waterjet cutter, sheet metal stamping machine, robot, or many other types
of machines.

Common conventions used in describing CNC procedures


 2 Axis if all the cutting takes place in the same plane. In this case, the
cutter does not have any capability of movement in the Z (vertical)
plane. In general, the X and Y axes can interpolate together
simultaneously to create angled lines and circular arcs.
 2.5 Axis if all the cutting takes place entirely in planes parallel to the
principal plane but not necessarily at the same height or depth. In this
case, the cutter can move in the Z (vertical) plane to change levels, but
not simultaneously with the X, Y movements. An exception might be that
the cutter can interpolate helically, that is, do a circle in X, Y while
moving simultaneously in Z to form a helix (for example in thread
milling).
 A subset of the above is that the machine can interpolate any 2 axes
together simultaneously, but not 3. This does make a limited number of
3D objects possible, by cutting in the XZ or YZ planes, for example, but is
much more limited than full 3 axis interpolation.
 3 Axis if your cutting requires simultaneous controlled movement of the
X, Y, Z axes, which most free-form surfaces require.
 4 axes if it includes the above plus 1 rotary axis movement. There are
two possibilities: 4 axis simultaneous interpolation (also known as true
4th axis). Or just 4th axis positioning, where the 4th axis can reposition
the part between 3 axis operations, but does not actually move during
the machining.
 5 axes if it includes the above plus 2 rotary axis movements. Besides true
5 axis machining (5 axes moving simultaneously while machining), you
also often have 3 plus 2 or 3 axis machining + 2 separate axes positioning
only, as well as in rarer cases 4 plus 1 or continuous 4 axis machining + a
single 5th axis positioning only. Complicated, isn't it…

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