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Practical CNC design, construction, and operation techniques
Gain a thorough understanding of computerbasednumerical control systems, components, and technologies. Featuring hundreds of color images and schematic diagrams, CNC Handbook explains machining fundamentals and shows you how to build and safely operate fully automated,technically sophisticated mechatronic equipment. Learn how to work with position controllers, accomplish rapid and precise machine motions, use CAD and CAM systems, and integrate CNC into IT networks. The latest CNC programming languages, flexible manufacturing systems, and troubleshooting methods are also discussed in this hands-on guide.
CNC HANDBOOK COVERS:
Open- and closed-loop control systems
Programmable logic controllers and switches
Machine tools and machining centers
Turning, milling, and grinding equipment
Industrial robots and robot controllers
Additive and flexible manufacturing systems
Direct and distributed numerical control
CNC programming platforms and languages
Close-to-process production measurement
List of contents
Part 1, Introduction to CNC Technology
Ch 1. Historical Development of NC Production
Ch 2. Milestones in the Development of NC
Ch 3. What are NC and CNC?
Part 2, Functions of CNC
Ch 4. Machine Tools
Ch 5. Implementation of Switching Information
Ch 6. Functions of Numerical Control Systems
Ch 7. PLCs - Programmable Logic Controllers
Ch 8. Effects of CNC on Machine Assemblies
Part 3, Types of Numerically Controlled Machines
Ch 9. CNC Machine Tools
Ch 10. Additive Manufacturing Processes
Ch 11. Flexible Manufacturing Systems
Ch 12. Industrial Robots and Handling
Part 4, Tooling Systems for CNC Machines
Ch 13. Tooling Systems
Ch 14. Close-to-Process Production Measurement Technology in Combination with Mechatronic Tool Systems
Part 5, NC Programs and Programming
Ch 15. The NC Program
Ch 16. Programming of CNC Machines
Ch 17. CNC Programming Systems
Ch 18. Manufacturing Simulation
Part 6, Integrating CNC Technology into In-House IT Systems
Ch 19. DNC - Direct Numerical Control or Distributed Numerical Control
Ch 20. LANs - Local Area Networks
Ch 21. Digital Product Development & Manufacturing from CAD / CAM to PLM
Part 7, Appendices:
A 1. Guidelines
A 2. Standards
A 3. Recommendations
A 4. Glossary of NC Terminology
About the author
Hans B. Kief hat jahrzentelange Erfahrung auf dem Gebiet der NC-Technik und ist Gründer des NC-Handbuchs.
Helmut A. Roschiwal ist Gründer, Beirat und Mehrheitsgesellschafter der Roschiwal + Partner Ingenieur GmbH, Augsburg.
Summary
Featuring 350 color schematic diagrams, this is an indispensable companion for numerical control and CNC managers, operators, technicians, designers, and programmers.
