Can ChatGPT Create Usable G-Code Programs?
Since its debut in late 2022, ChatGPT has been used in many situations, from writing stories to writing code, including G-code. But is it useful to shops? We asked a CAM expert for his thoughts.
Concepts NREC Software Facilitates Efficient Machining
The updated Agile Engineering Design System enables engineers to explore some of the cycles that have the potential to reduce carbon emissions in all applications.
Beckhoff Automation Software Simplifies Programming
The TwinCAT 3 CNC cycle package supports a variety of different drilling strategies, ranging from simple centering and deep-hole drilling to tapping, helical and thread milling.
Okuma America Control Features Digital Twin Technology
The OSP-P500 control features dual-core processors that provide redundant operations, ensuring uninterrupted machining operations.
GibbsCAM Software Update Features Digital Connectivity
Version 2024 provides up-to-date cutting tool data and 3D models of cutting tools and toolholders.
Combining Functions With User-Defined G & M Codes
CNC programmers gain flexibility when using custom macros to define G and M codes themselves.
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CAD/CAM Helps Team Win Advanced Manufacturing Competition
Minnesota State College Southeast’s “Average Joes” team took home the grand prize at the 2023 Project MFG Advanced Manufacturing Competition.
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Siemens Security Solution Mitigates Cyber Vulnerabilities
The Sinec Security Inspector is a software framework for active scanning that enables individual network devices, network segments or the entire network infrastructure to be scanned during maintenance time windows.
ABB Software Platform Streamlines Data Management
OptiFact is designed to speed up diagnostics and decision making, increasing production uptime with less engineering effort.
Swiss-Type Control Uses CNC Data to Improve Efficiency
Advanced controls for Swiss-type CNC lathes uses machine data to prevent tool collisions, saving setup time and scrap costs.