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CAD CAM & CONTROLS: Cadcam for robots.

Publication: Metalworking Production
Publication Date: 16-JUL-09 		Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

Article Excerpt
As robots become more popular for tasks which previously required CNC machines, software is appearing which supports the need for increased control and efficiency.

Robots in manufacturing are often regarded as inaccurate, suitable only for welding or pick and place applications. However, with higher underlying accuracy from the equipment, and calibration methods which permit tolerances of 0.02mm (or better), robots are becoming more common in machining applications. In this context 4D Engineering announces the UK release of Mastercam's Robotmaster for 6 axis robotic programming using advanced CAD/CAM techniques.

So, robots are now addressing tasks which previously...

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