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Problems With Conventional NC

The document discusses the evolution of numerical control from conventional NC to CNC. Conventional NC systems used punched tape and had no online control of speed and feed. CNC systems introduced computers/microprocessors to implement control algorithms from programs stored in memory. Key features of CNC include control systems based on microprocessors, memory for program and data storage, PLC interface, improved programming capabilities, and diagnostic features. CNC allows for easier program input, multiple program storage, online editing, and tool compensation compared to conventional NC systems.

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Problems With Conventional NC

The document discusses the evolution of numerical control from conventional NC to CNC. Conventional NC systems used punched tape and had no online control of speed and feed. CNC systems introduced computers/microprocessors to implement control algorithms from programs stored in memory. Key features of CNC include control systems based on microprocessors, memory for program and data storage, PLC interface, improved programming capabilities, and diagnostic features. CNC allows for easier program input, multiple program storage, online editing, and tool compensation compared to conventional NC systems.

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Problems with Conventional NC

• Part Programming Mistakes.


• Punched Tape
• Tape Reader
• Controller
• No provision for online change in control like
speed & feed etc.
• Management Information like piece count,
machine hr
Advancement in Controller Technology

• Vacuum tubes
• Electromechanical Relays
• Discrete semi conductors
• Integrated Circuits
• Micro-processor & micro-computers
CNC
• Numerical control system where a dedicated
computer is used as its integral part working as MCU
to perform some or all of the basic numeric control
function in accordance with control programs stored
in memory of computer.
• An NC system with a microcomputer or
microprocessor using software to implement control
algorithms.
Basic Elements of CNC
Feature of CNC
• Control system
• Memory
• PLC
• Improved programming
• Diagnostics
• Control system
These are essential a microprocessor based control. These may
have single or multiple processor. INTEL8086, 80186,
Motorola 68k.
• Memory Feature
RAM & ROM
• Programming Feature-
1. Absolute and Incremental
2. Diameter and radius programming
3. Linear circular parabolic interpolators
4. Multiple part programme storage
5. Tool compensation
6. Canned cycle
• Programmable Logic Control(PLC)
It is a software oriented interface between CNC system and
machine tool to control functions such as coolant on/off and
other tool function.
• Diagnostic Features:-
Modern CNC are having online self diagnostic feature
/capabilities which monitors certain aspect of m/c tool and
MCU for malfunctions.
can diagnose part programme syntax error and display the
same on monitor.
can diagnose power supply voltage level etc.
Benefits of CNC over NC
• Ease of Program input
• Multiple program storage
• Online part program & editing
• Use of short program
• Automatic tool compensation
• Change in system units
Difference Between NC & CNC
Methods of Improving Accuracy
• Closed loop system should be used.
• Ball screw are now used in place of lead screw which
eliminates back lash and play.
• Use of software interpolators and corresponding
programs improve accuracy.
• Compensation for tool and canned cycle improve the
accuracy.
• Adaptive control feature improve accuracy.
• Use of incremental method with floating zero
improves accuracy.
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Methods of Reducing Production Time
• It includes– cutting time, idle time, reverse
motion time, work-piece loading & un loading
time, tool changing time.
• Increase transverse velocity.
• Use of suitable jigs and fixture
• Use of ATC (automating tool changer)

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