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 Lecture Notes
In

Computer Numerical Control

Prepared by: Dr.Ibrahim Abed El-Maksoud Nasr

Mechanical Department , Higher Technological Institute

10th of Ramadan City

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 Contents

Items Page No.

Chapter.1 Basic Terms Used in 3
NC ,CNC Machines
Chapter.2 CNC Machines 14
Chapter.3 NC coded Program 21
Chapter.4 Part Program 36
Chapter.5 CNC applications 44

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Chapter.1 : Basic Terms used in CNC Machines

The following terms are used in different types of machines such as

conventional , NC machines and CNC machines

1.Axis Relationships:
When points are located on a work piece, two straight intersecting lines, one
vertical and one horizontal, are used. These lines must be at right angles to
each other, and the point where they cross is called the origin, or zero point
(Fig. 1)

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The three-dimensional coordinate planes are shown in Fig.2. The X and Y
planes(axes) are horizontal and represent horizontal machine table motions.
The Z plane or axis represents the vertical tool motion .The plus(+) and
minus(-) signs indicate the direction from zero point (origin) along the axis
motion .

1.1 In Milling Machines:

The milling machine has always been one of the most versatile machine tools
used in industry Fig3 . Operations such as milling , contouring gear cutting ,
drilling , boring and reaming are only a few of the many operations which can
be performed on milling machine. The milling machine can programmed on
three axes:

1.The X axis controls the table movement left or right.

2.The Y axis controls the table movement towards or away from the column.

3.The Z axis controls the vertical (up or down) movement of spindle.

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A typical 3- axis machines uses three controlled axes of motion . they are
defined as the X axis , the Y axis , and the Z axis . the X axis is parallel to the
longest dimension of the machine table , the Y axis is parallel to the shortest
dimension of the table and the Z axis is the spindle movement Fig.4 on the
vertical machining center . But in horizontal milling machine the X axis is the
table longitudinal direction , the Y axis is the saddle cross direction and
the Z axis is the spindle direction as in Fig.5

Fig.4 Vertical Milling Machine

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 Fig.5 Horizontal Milling Machine

1.2 In Turning Machines

The engine lathe, one of the most productive machine tools, has always been an
efficient means of producing round parts (Fig.6). Most lathes are programmed
on two axes.
• The X axis controls the cross motion of the cutting tool. Negative X (X-) moves
the tool towards the spindle centerline; positive X moves the tool away from the
spindle centerline.
• The Z axis controls the carriage travel toward or away from the headstock.

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 Fig.6 The main axes of a lathe or Turning center

2.Programming Systems
Two types of programming modes, the incremental system and the absolute system,
are used for CNC. Both systems have applications in CNC programming, and no
system is either right or wrong all the time. Most controls on machine tools today are
capable of handling either incremental or absolute programming.

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Incremental program locations are always given as the distance and direction from
the immediately preceding point (Fig. 7). Command codes which tell the machine to
move the table, spindle, and knee are explained here using a vertical milling machine
as an example:

Fig.(7) A Work piece dimensioned in the incremental system mode

• A “X plus” (X+) command will cause the cutting tool to be
located to the right of the last point.
• A “X minus” (X-) command will cause the cutting tool to be located
to the left of the last point.
• A “Y plus” (Y+) command will cause the cutting tool to be located toward the
column.
• A “Y minus” (Y-) will cause the cutting tool to be located away
from the column.
• A “Z plus” (Z+) command will cause the cutting tool or spindle
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to move up or away from the work piece.
• A “Z minus” (Z-) moves the cutting tool down or into the work piece

In incremental programming, the G91 command indicates to the computer and MCU
(Machine Control Unit) that programming is in the incremental mode.

Absolute program locations are always given from a single fixed zero or origin point
(Fig. 8). The zero or origin point may be a position on the machine table, such as the
corner of the worktable or at any specific point on the workpiece. In absolute
dimensioning and programming, each point or location on the workpiece is given as a
certain distance from the zero or reference point.

Fig.(8)A Work piece dimensioned in the absolute system mode

• A “X plus” (X+) command will cause the cutting tool to be located to the right of
the zero or origin point.

• A “X minus” (X-) command will cause the cutting tool to be located

to the left of the zero or origin point.
• A “Y plus” (Y+) command will cause the cutting tool to be
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located toward the column.
• A “Y minus” (Y-) command will cause the cutting tool to be located
away from the column.
In absolute programming, the G90 command indicates to the computer and MCU that
the programming is in the absolute mode.

3.Types of Motion Control :

3.1 Point to Point Motion (PTP):
- Tool moves to the defined points with only feedback at the
Specific point
- Used in drilling operations.

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3.2. Contouring Motion:

- X,Y,Z motion are always controlled and they have constant

feedback
- Used in milling or turning operations.

3.3. Straight Cut:

Only one coordinated is monitored at a time.

Used in simple straight cutting operations.

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4. Zero Shift System :
They define the origin of the coordinate axis. They have three types:

4.1.Fixed Zero (machine zero):

It is where the machine manufacturers define the origin; normally at the

corner of the table, (X & Y are always positive).

4.2.Floating Zero (operator zero): The origin point is left for the operator to
define using a special tool, which is lowered until it touches the desired point with no
restrictions.(X & Y can take positive or negative values)

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 Revision Questions

1. Explain using graphs the axis relationships in milling, drilling and

turning operations?
2.What are the positioning reference point systems?
3.Explain with sketch the different motion control systems?
4. With sketches, explain the different zeros in machining processes?
(milling, drilling and turning operations)?

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Chapter.2 : Computer Numerical Control Machines
[CNC Machines]

2.1 Flow Diagram of the Steps in Processing NC Program:

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2.2 Features of CNC Machines:

1. Storage of more than one part program.

2. Various form of program input
• Manual data input
• Floppy diskette
• Communication with external computer
3. Program editing at the machine tool
4. Fixed cycles & programming subroutines
5. Interpolation
6. Cutter length and size compensation
7. Acceleration and deceleration calculation
8. Communication interface
9. Diagnostics

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2.3.Machine Control Unit of CNC:
2.3.1 Hardware:

2.3.2 Software : 1.Operating system software: is to interpret

the NC part program and generate the corresponding control signals to derive the
machine tool axes ,it is installed by the controller manufacturer and is stored in ROM
in the MCU. The operating system software consists of the following :•Editor: which
permits the machine operator to input and edit NC part programs• Control program:
which decodes the part program instructions, perform interpolation and
acceleration/deceleration calculations ,and accomplishes other related functions to
produce the coordinate control signals for each axis.• Executive program: which
manage the execution of the CNC software as well as the I / O operations of the MCU.

2.Machine interface software: is used to operate the communication link between the
CPU and the machine tool to accomplish the CNC auxiliary functions (coolant control
,tool changer ,fixture clamping device ,timers …),as previously indicated ,the I / O
signals associated with the auxiliary functions are sometimes implemented by means
of a programmable logic controller interfaced to the MCU ,and so the machine
interface software is often written in the form of ladder logic diagram
3.Application software: consists of the NC part programs that are written for
machining

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2.4.Positioning system:
The NC positioning system converts the coordinate axis values in the NC
part program into relative positions of the tool and work part during the
processing .Let us consider the simple positioning system shown in figure
.The system consists of A cutting tool and worktable on which a work
part is fixed .The table is designed to move the part relative to the tool .
The worktable moves linearly by means of a rotating lead screw ,which is
driven by stepping motor or servomotor .For simplicity,

We show only one axis in our sketch .To provide x-y capability ,the lead
screw has a certain pitch P (in/thread , mm/thread). Thus the table moves
a distance equal to the pitch for one revolution. The velocity of the work
table ,which corresponds to the feed rate in a machining operation is
determined by the rotational speed of the lead screw

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There are two types of positioning systems used in NC system : shown in
figure

a. open loop system operates without verifying that the actual position
achieved in the move is the same as the desired position.

b. Closed loop control system uses feedback measurements to confirm

that the final position of the worktable is the location specified in the
program .

Open loop cost less than closed loop systems and are appropriate when
the force resisting the actuating motion is minimal , closed loop systems
are normally specified for machines that perform continuous path
operations such as milling or turning in which there are significant forces
resisting the forward motion of the cutting tool.

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2.5 Applications of NC & CNC:
1..Machine tool application :

• NC lathe
• NC boring mill
• NC drill press
• NC milling machine
• NC cylindrical grinding
2. Non-machine tool application:
• Welding machining
• Thermal cutting machine
2.6 Part characteristics to be Suited to Applications of NC & CNC:
1. Batch production of small to medium lot size (1-100 products)
2. Repeated order
3. Complex part geometry
4. Much metal needs to be removed
5. Part is expensive
2.7 Advantages of using NC,CNC:
1. Greater accuracy
2. Lower scrap rates
3. More complex part geometry
4. Less floor space is required
5. Operator skill level is reduced
6. Inspection requirement is reduced

2.8 Disadvantages of using NC, CNC:

1. Higher investment cost
2. Higher maintenance effort

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 Revision Questions:

1.Draw and explain the flow diagram of CNC process ?

2.What are the main features of CNC machining processes ?
3.Explain with sketch the machine control unit of CNC machines
4.Explain with sketch the different positioning system ?
5.What are the different applications of NC , CNC machining?
6. What are the part characteristics to be suited to applications
of NC and CNC applications ?
7.What are the advantages disadvantages of using NC and
CNC machining?

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Chapter.3: NC Coded Program :
3.1.Steps in program Planning :
The steps required in program planning are decided by the nature of the
work . There is no useful formula for all the jobs , but some basic steps
should be considered :

1. initial information /machine tool features

2.part complexity
3.manual programming / computerized programming
4. typical programming procedure
5.part drawing / engineering data
6.Machinning sequence
7.part setup
8.technical decisions
9.work sketch and calculations
10.quility consideration in CNC programming

3.2 . Structure of Part Program :

There are four basic terms used in CNC programming , these words are the
key to understand the general CNC terminology :
Character ------- work -------- Block ---------- Program
each term is very common and important in CNC programming
3.2.a . Character
A character is the smallest unit of CNC program ,it can have one of the three
forms: Digits - Letters - Symbol
Characters are combined into words ,this combination is called alpha-numerical
Program input.

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3.2.b Word
A program word is a combination of alpha-numerical characters , creating a single
instruction to the control system . Normally each word begins with capital letter
that is followed by a number representing a program code or actual value . typical
words indicate the axis position , feed rate , speed , preparatory commands ,
miscellaneous functions and many other definitions.

3.2.C. Block
Just like the word is used as a single instruction to the CNC system ,the block is
used as multiple instruction . A program entered into the control system consists
of individual lines of instructions , sequenced in a logical order . each line called a
sequence block is composed of one or several words and each word is composed
of two or more characters.

In the control system , each block must be separated from all others . To
separate blocks in manual data input (MDI) mode at the control , each block has
to end with a special End – Of – Block code (symbol). this code is marked by EOB
on the computer panel .When preparing the program on a computer , the Enter
key on the keyboard will terminate the block .

3.2.d Program
The part program structure varies for different controls , but the logical approach
does not change from one control to another . a CNC program usually begins with
a program number or similar identification , followed by the blocks of
instructions in a logical order . the program ends with stop code or a program
termination symbol .

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3.3 . Format of Part Program :
Since the early days of numerical control , three formats had become
significant in their time . they are listed in the order of original
introduction:

1.Tap Sequential Format NC only - no decimal point

2.Fixed Format NC only - no decimal point

3. Word Address Format NC or CNC - decimal point

only the very early control systems use the tab sequential or fixed formats.
both of them disappeared in the early 1970 and now obsolete. they have
replaced by the much more convenient word address format.

Typical word address programming format

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The address – the letter – in the block defines the meaning of the word and must
always be written first . for example X5.75 is correct ,5.75X is incorrect , no spaces
are allowed within a word but only allowed before the word .

Data - indicate the word numerical assignment . this value varies greatly and
depend on the preceding address. it may represent :

a sequence number ( N) , a preparatory command (G) ,a miscellaneous function

(M) , a coordinate word (X,Y,Z) , feed rate function (F) , spindle function (S) , and
tool function (T), etc and the above example of typical words that had explain the
meaning in CNC program .

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4. Preparatory Commands : G Code Description
G52 Local coordinate system setting
G Code Description
G53 Machine coordinate system
G00 Rapid positioning
G54 Work coordinate offset 1
G01 Linear interpolation
G55 Work coordinate offset 2
G02 Circular interpolation close wise
G56 Work coordinate offset 3
G03 Circular interpolation counter clock wise
G57 Work coordinate offset 4
G04 Dwell (as a separate block)
G58 Work coordinate offset 5
G09 Exact stop check – one block only G59 Work coordinate offset 6
G10 Programmable data input (data Setting) G60 Single direction position
G11 Data setting mode cancel G61 Exact stop mode
G15 Polar coordinate command cancel G62 Automatic corner override mode
G16 Polar coordinate command G63 Tapping mode
G17 XY plane designation G64 Cutting mode
G18 ZX plane designation G65 Custom macro call
G19 YZ plane designation G66 Custom macro modal call
G20 English units of input G67 Custom macro modal call cancel
G21 Metric units of input G68 Coordinate system rotation
G22 Store stroke check ON G69 Coordinate system rotation cancel
G23 Store stroke check OFF G73 High speed peck drilling cycle (deep
G25 Spindle speed fluctuation detection ON hole)
G26 Spindle speed fluctuation detection ON G74 Left hand threading cycle
G27 Machine zero position check G76 Fine boring cycle
G28 Machine zero return (reference point 1) G80 Fixed cycle cancel
G81 Drilling cycle
G29 Return from machine zero
G82 Spot drilling cycle
G30 Machine zero return (reference point 2)
G83 Peck- drilling cycle (deep hole drilling
G31 Skip function cycle)
G40 Cutter radius compensation cancel G84 Right hand threading cycle
G41 Cutter radius compensation – left G85 Boring cycle
G42 Cutter radius compensation – right G86 Boring cycle
G43 Cutter radius compensation – positive G87 Back Boring cycle
G44 Cutter radius compensation – negative G88 Boring cycle
G45 Position compensation – single increase G89 Boring cycle
G46 Position compensation – single decrease G90 Absolute dimensioning mode
G47 Position compensation – double increase G91 Incremental dimensioning mode
G48 Position compensation – double decrease G92 Tool position register
G49 Tool length offset cancel G98 Return to initial level in fixed
G50 Scaling function cancel cycle
G51 Scaling function G99 Return to R level in fixed cycle

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3.4.1.Examples of Preparatory Commands in Milling and Drilling:
G00 Rapid Traverse: When the tool being positioned at a point
preparatory to a cutting motion , to save time it is moved along straight line at rapid
traverse , at a fixed traverse rate which is pre-programmed into the machine control
system : Format N_ _G00 __ X_Y_Z_

G01 Linear Interpolation(feed traverse) :

The tool moves along a straight line in one or two axis simultaneously at a
programmed linear speed , feed rate

Format N_ _G01 __ X_Y_Z__ F__

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Format N_ _G02/03 X_Y_Z _ I_J_K_F_ using arc center

or N_ _G02/03 X_Y_Z_R_F_ using arc radius
G02 moves along a CW arc , and G03 moves along a CCW arc
Arc Center
The arc center is specified by address I,J,K are the X,Y,Z coordinates of the center
with reference to the arc start point.

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Arc Radius
The radius is specified by Address R

Block Format N__G02 X_Y_Z_ R_F_

N__G03 X_Y_Z_R_F_

3.4.2 Preparatory function for Canned Cycle in milling and

drilling:

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 G00 rapid traverse
When the tool being positioned at a point preparatory to cutting motion ,to save
time it is moved along a straight line at a rapid traverse , at a fixed traverse rate
which is preprogrammed into the machine control system typical traverse rate are
50 m/min ,but can be as high as 80 m/min.
Format N__G00 X_Z_

G01 Linear Interpolation (feed traverse)

The tool moves along a straight line in one or two axis simultaneously at a
programmed linear speed ,the feed rate

Format N__ G01 X_Z_F_

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 G02/03 Circular Interpolation

Format N_ _G02/03 X_ Z _ I_ K_F_ using arc center

or N_ _G02/03 X_ Z_R_F_ using arc radius

G02 moves along a CW arc , and G03 moves along a CCW arc

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 Arc Radius

3.5 Miscellaneous Functions

Typical application
 Application for turning
Before learning the M function,
note the type of activity these function M Code Description
do, regardless of whether such activity M00 Compulsory program stop
relates to the machine of the program. 35 M01 Optional program stop
Also note the abundance of two way
M02 End of program (usually with reset)
toggle modes, such as ON and OFF, IN
and OUT, forward and backward, etc. M03 Spindle rotation normal
always check your manual first – for the M04 Spindle rotation reverse
 M Code Description
M00 Compulsory program stop
M01 Optional program stop
M02 End of program (usually with
reset)
M03 Spindle rotation normal
M04 Spindle rotation reverse
M05 Spindle stop
M06 Automatic tool change ATC
M07 Coolant mist ON
M08 Coolant ON (coolant pump motor
ON)
M09 Coolant OFF (coolant pump motor
OFF)
M19 Spindle orientation
M30 Program end (always with reset
and rewind)
M48 Feed rate override cancel OFF
M49 Feed rate override cancel ON
M60 Automatic pallet change
M78 B axis clamp
M79 B axis unclamp
M98 Subprogram call
M99 Subprogram end

Revision Questions
1. What are the steps in program planning?
2.Explain the basic terms used in CNC Programming
3.With example ,express the word address programming format ?

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operations used in:
interpolation - cutting cycles
5. With sketch explain the preparatory functions in turning operations
used in:
interpolation - cutting cycles
6. State only five of miscellaneous commands in milling ,drilling
operations?

Chapter.4 NC Part Program :

NC part programming consists of planning and documenting the sequence of
processing Steps to be performed on an NC machines, the part programmer must
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have a knowledge Of machining as well as geometry . The documentation portion of
the part programming involves the input medium used to transmit the program of
instructions to the NC machine
Control unit (MCU).The traditional input medium (1950) to the NC machines is 1-inch
wide punched tape . more recently ,the use of magnetic tape and floppy disks have
been growing in popularity as storage technologies for NC .Part programming can be
accomplished using a variety of procedures ranging from highly
Manual to highly automated methods. These methods are :
1. Manual Part Programming
2. Computer Assisted Part Programming
3. Part Programming Using CAD/CAM
4. Manual Data Input
The following are explanations of the different methods of part programming with
some Examples .
1. Manual part programming:
In manual part programming ,the programmer prepares the NC code using the low
level machine language .the program is either written by hand on a form from which
a punched tape or other storage media is subsequently coded ,or it is entered directly
into A computer equipped with NC part programming software ,which writes the
program onto the storage media .In any case ,the part program is a block by block
listing of the machining instructions for the given job ,formatted for the particular
machine tool to be used. Manual part programming can be used for both point-to-
point and contouring jobs. It is Most suited for point –to-point machining operations
such as drilling . It can also be used for simple contouring jobs, such as milling and
turning when two axes are involved. However ,for complex three dimensional
machining operations ,there is an advantage in using computer assisted part
programming

2. NC Part Program using CAD/CAM:

A CAD/CAM system is a computer interactive graphics system equipped with
software in accomplish certain tasks in design and manufacturing . one of the
important tasks performed on a CAD/CAM system is NC part programming . in this
method of part programming portions of procedure usually done by the part
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programmer are instead done by the computer. the main two tasks of part
programing are :
1.define the part geometry 2.Specifying the tool path
2.1. Geometry Definition using CAD/CAM :
A Fundamental objective of CAD/CAM is to integrate the design engineering and
manufacturing engineering functions . a computer model of each part is developed
by the designer and stored in CAD/CAM data base .that model contains all of the
geometric , dimensional and material specifications of the part.
When the same CAD/CAM system or a CAM system that has access to the same
CAD data base in which the part model resides , is used to perform NC part
program it makes little sense to recreate the geometry of the part during the
programming procedure . in stead the programmer has the capability to
retrieve the part geometry model from the storage and to use that model to
construct the appropriate cutter path .

2.2. Tool Path Generation using CAD/CAM :

The second task of the NC programmer is tool path specification. the first step in
specify the tool path is to select the cutting tool for the operation. most
CAD/CAM systems have tool libraries that can be called by the programmer to
identify what tools are available in the tool path. the programmer must describe
which of the available tools is most appropriate for the operation under the
considerations and specify it for the tool path . the second step is tool path
definition. there are differences in capabilities of the variations CAD/CAM
systems ,which result in different approaches for generating the tool path, the
most basic approach involves the use of interactive graphics system to enter the
motion commands one by one similar to computer assisted part
programming(APT languages) , but the more advanced approach for generating

tool path commands is to use one of the automatic software modules available
on the CAD/CAM system, these modules have been developed to accomplish a
number of common machining cycles for milling ,drilling and turning..
when the complete part program has been prepared , the CAD/CAM system can
provide an animated simulation of the program for validation purposes.

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Computer – Automated Part Programming

In CAD/CAM approach to NC part programming several aspects of the

procedure are automated ,it should be possible to automate the complete NC
programming procedure. Given the geometric model of the part that has been
defined during product design .the computer automated system would possess
sufficient logic and decision making capability to accomplish NC part
programming for the entire part without human assistance.

3. Manual Data Input (MDI)(conversational programming):

It is a potential method of simplifying the procedure is to have the machine
operator perform the part programming task at the machine tool . this is called
manual data input(MDI) because the operator manually enters the part
geometry data and motion commands directly into MCU prior to running the
job.it is also known as a conversational programming .
Communication between the machine operator programmer and MDI system is
accomplished using a display monitor and alphanumeric keyboard . entering the
programming commands into the controller is typically done using a menu-
driven procedure in which the operator responds to prompts and questions
posed by the NC system about the job to be machined .

4. Computer Assisted Part Program:

In computer assisted part programming the machining instructions are written in
English – like statements that are subsequently translated by the computer into
the low level machine code that can be interpreted and executed by the machine
tool controller . when using one of the part programming languages the two main
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tasks of the programmer are : 1. defining of the part geometry 2. specifying the
tool path and operation sequence.

1.Defining the part geometry

No matter how complicated the work part may appear ,it is composed of the basic
geometric elements and mathematically defined surfaces , consider our sample
part in figure , although its appearance is somewhat irregular ,the outline of the
part consists of intersecting straight lines and a partial circles. the hole locations in
the part can be defined in terms of the X-and Y- coordinates of there centers
nearly any component that can be conceived by the a designer can described by
points , straight lines , planes , circles , cylinders and other mathematically defined
surfaces.

Let us begin with the simplest geometric elements ,a point. The simplest way to
define the point is by means of its coordinates , for example

P4 = POINT / 35,90,0
Where the point is identified by a symbol (P4), and its coordinates are given in the
order x ,y , z In mm (x=35 mm , y = 90 mm and z=0) . A line can be define by the
two points as in the following

L1 = LINE / P1 , P2

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 Figure. Sample part with geometry elements (points, lines and circle)
labeled for computer assisted part program
where L1 is the line defined in the statement and P1 and P2 are two previously
defined points and finally a circle can be defined by its center location and radius

C1 = CIRCLE / CENTER , P8 , RADIUS ,30

Where C1 is the newly defined circle with center at previously defined point P8
and radius = 30 mm , our example based on the APT language.

2.Specifying Tool Path and Operation Sequence:

After the part geometry has been defined the part programmer must next
specify the tool path that the cutter will follow to machine the part .the tool
path consists of a sequence of connected line and arc segments using the
previously defined geometry elements to guide the cutter. For example suppose
we are machining the outline of our sample part in previous figure , in profile
milling operation (contouring), we have just finished cutting along surface L1 in a
counter clock wise direction around the part and the tool is presently located at
the intersection of surfaces L1 and L2 . The following APT statement could be
used to command the tool to a left turn from L1 onto L2 AND TO CUT ALONG l2

GOLFT / L2 , TANTO , C1
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The tool proceeds along surface L2 until it is tangent to (TANTO) circle C1 . This is
a continuous path motion command.

a variety of contouring and point to point motion commands are available in the
APT language.

3.Other Functions
In addition to defining part geometry and specifying tool path the program must
also accomplish various other programming functions such as :

1. naming the program

2.Identify the machine tool on which the job will be performed

3.Specifying cutting speed and feed rates

4.Designing the cutter size ( cutter radius , length of tool etc.)

5. specifying tolerances in circular interpolation

Computer Tasks in Computer assisted part programming

The tasks performed by the computer in computer assisted part programming
are the following :

1. Input translation

2. arithmetic and cutter offset computations

3. editing

4. post processing

the first three tasks are carried out under the supervision of the language
processing program . for example , the APT language uses processor designed to
interpret and process the words, symbols and numbers written in APT . other
languages require their own processors .

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The forth task post processing require a separate computer program . the
sequence and relationship of the tasks of part programmer and the computer are
shown in the following figure

Figure Tasks in computer assisted part programming

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Revision Questions:
1.What are the different methods of NC part program?
2.Briefly , explain the method of manual data input in NC program?
3. Briefly , explain the method part program using CAD /CAM method?
4.Briefly , explain the method of part program using conversation
method?
5.Briefly , explain the computer assisted part program method using for
NC part program?
6.What are the computer tasks in computer assisted part program
method?

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5.1 Milling and Drilling Application Programs:

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