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Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming
1. Introduction to CNC Machining
2. Fundamentals of the CNC Machine Environment
3. The Language of CNC: Codes and Addresses
4. Structure of a CNC Program
5. Basic Motion Programming
6. Speeds and Feeds
7. Tooling and Tool Management
8. Work Coordinate Systems and Offsets
9. Drilling and Hole-Making Operations
10. Advanced Programming Techniques
11. CAD/CAM Integration and Workflow
12. Machine Setup and Program Execution
13. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
14. CNC Safety and Best Practices
11.
CAD/CAM Integration and Workflow
11.1.
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
11.1.1.
2D Drawing Creation
11.1.2.
3D Solid Modeling
11.1.3.
Assembly Design
11.1.4.
Design for Manufacturability
11.1.5.
File Format Standards
11.1.5.1.
DXF Files
11.1.5.2.
IGES Files
11.1.5.3.
STEP Files
11.1.5.4.
Native CAD Formats
11.2.
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
11.2.1.
CAM Software Overview
11.2.2.
Model Import and Preparation
11.2.3.
Stock Definition and Setup
11.2.4.
Machining Strategy Selection
11.2.4.1.
Roughing Strategies
11.2.4.2.
Semi-Finishing Operations
11.2.4.3.
Finishing Strategies
11.2.4.4.
Drilling and Hole-Making
11.2.4.5.
Threading Operations
11.2.5.
Toolpath Generation
11.2.5.1.
2D Toolpaths
11.2.5.2.
3D Surface Machining
11.2.5.3.
Multi-Axis Toolpaths
11.2.6.
Cutting Parameter Optimization
11.2.7.
Toolpath Simulation and Verification
11.3.
Post-Processing
11.3.1.
Post-Processor Function and Role
11.3.2.
Machine-Specific Code Generation
11.3.3.
Post-Processor Configuration
11.3.4.
Custom Post-Processor Development
11.3.5.
Output Code Review and Editing
11.4.
Program Verification and Simulation
11.4.1.
Software-Based Simulation
11.4.2.
Material Removal Simulation
11.4.3.
Collision Detection
11.4.4.
Toolpath Visualization
11.4.5.
Backplotting Techniques
11.4.6.
Error Detection and Correction
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