• Title/Summary/Keyword: CAD/CAM Integration

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Rule based CAD/CAM integration for turning (Rule base방법에 의한 선반가공의 CAD/CAM integration)

  • 임종혁;박지형;이교일
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 1989.10a
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    • pp.290-295
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    • 1989
  • This paper proposes a Expert CAPP System for integrating CAD/CAM of rotational work-part by rule based approach. The CAD/CAPP integration is performed by the recognition of machined features from the 2-D CAD data (IGES) file. Selecting functions of the process planning are performed in modularized rule base by forward chaining inference, and operation sequences are determined by means of heuristic search algorithm. For CAPP/CAM integration, post-processor generates NC code from route sheet file. This system coded in OPS5 and C language on PC/AT, and EMCO CNC lathe interfaced with PC through DNC and RS-232C.

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An Optimization-based Computational Method for Surface Fitting to Update the Geometric Information of An Existing B-Rep CAD Model

  • Louhichi, Borhen;Aifaoui, Nizar;Hamdi, Mounir;BenAmara, Abdelmajid;Francois, Vincent
    • International Journal of CAD/CAM
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    • v.9 no.1
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    • pp.17-24
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    • 2010
  • For several years, researchers have focused on improving the integration of the CAD, CAM and Analysis through a better communication between the various analysis tools. This tendency to integrate the CAD/Analysis and automation of the corresponding processes requires data sharing between the various tasks using an integrated product model. We are interested in this research orientation to CAD/CAM/Analysis integration by rebuilding the CAD model (BREP), starting from the Analysis results (deformed mesh). Because this problem is complex, it requires to be split into several complementary parts. This paper presents an original interoperability process between the CAD and CAE. This approach is based on a new technique of rebuilding the CAD surface model (Nurbs, Bezier, etc.) starting from triangulation (meshed surface) as a main step of the BREP solid model. In our work, the advantages of this approach are identified using a centrifugal pump example.

THE INTEGRATION OF CAD/CAM/CAE BASED ON MULTI MODEL TECHNOLOGY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF CYLINDER HEAD

  • Xu, Xiangyang;Weiss, Ulrich;Gao, Guoan
    • International Journal of Automotive Technology
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    • v.3 no.2
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    • pp.47-52
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    • 2002
  • The integration of CAD/CAM/CAE in product development is the key to realize concurrent engineering. Generally, different systems are employed in product development departments. These different systems create a lot of trout)toes such as difficulty in communication, misunderstanding and so on. A new approach to integrate CAD/CAM/CAE in one system based on CATIA thor the end-to-end process in cylinder head development is presented. Hulti Model Technology (MMT) is used to create consistent and associated CAD models for the end-to-end process in cylinder head development. The concept and method to create and organize multi models are discussed. A typical four-layer structure of HHT for mechanical products is defined. The multi level structure of the cylinder head models based on MMT is provided. The CAD models of cylinder head created based on MMT can be used as the consistent model. All models in the downstream of cylinder head development such as structure analysis, CFD, sand core design , casting simulation and so oil are associated with the CAD models. Practice shows the approach in this paper enables the development process to be carried concurrently and can obviously shorten time to the market, reduce product cost and improve product quality.

On-Machine Measurement of Sculptured Surfaces Based on CAD/CAM/CAI Integration : II. Inspection Planning Strategy (CAD/CAM/CAI 통합에 기초한 자유곡면의 On-Machine Measurement : II. 측정계획 수립)

  • Cho, Myeong-Woo;Kim, Jin-Seop;Seo, Tae-Il;Cho, Jae-H.
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Precision Engineering
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    • v.16 no.12
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    • pp.109-118
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    • 1999
  • The objective of this research is to develop an effective inspection planning strategy for sculpture surfaces in OMM(On-Machine Measurement) process. As a first step, effective measuring point locations are determined to obtain optimum results for given sampling numbers. Two measuring point selection methods are suggested in this study based on newly proposed CAD/CAM/CAI integration concept: (1) by the prediction of cutting errors, (2) by considering cutter contact points to avoid the measurement errors caused by cusps. As a next step, the TSP(Traveling Salesman Problem)algorithm is applied to minimize the probe moving distance. Appropriate simulations and experiments are performed to verify the proposed inspection planning strategy in this study, and the results are analyzed.

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Automatic conversion of design drawing for CAD/CAM integration (CAD/CAM 통합을 위한 설계도면의 자동변환)

  • 김호룡;김양경
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers
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    • v.12 no.3
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    • pp.466-472
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    • 1988
  • An algorithm and its computer program were developed for the computer aided automatic conversion from 2-D design drawing, which includes arbitrary curves, to a 3-D object, and the 3-D object obtained from the developed program was used to generate the tool path of NC milling machine. The algorithm and its computer program developed were applied to several real objects for their feasibility check and showed satisfactory results. Therefore, it was proved that the algorithm and its program developed can be applied to the CAM for the mechanical parts having arbitraily curved shapes by automatically generating its 3-D object. As a result of this study a basic theory for the integration of CAD/CAM was established which will prompt the improved quality and productivity.

CAD/CAM Integration based on Geometric Reasoning and Search Algorithms (기하 추론 및 탐색 알고리즘에 기반한 CAD/CAM 통합)

  • Han, Jung-Hyun;Han, In-Ho
    • Journal of KIISE:Software and Applications
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    • v.27 no.1
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    • pp.33-40
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    • 2000
  • Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP) plays a key role by linking CAD and CAM. Given CAD data of a part, CAPP has to recognize manufacturing features of the part. Despite the long history of research on feature recognition, its research results have rarely been transferred into industry. One of the reasons lies in the separation of feature recognition and process planning. This paper proposes to integrate the two activities through AI techniques, and presents efforts for manufacturable feature recognition, setup minimization, feature dependency construction, and generation of an optimal machining sequence.

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Virtual to Physical: Integration of Design Computing and Digital Fabrication in Architectural Pedagogy

  • Lee, Youngjin
    • Architectural research
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    • v.17 no.1
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    • pp.21-30
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    • 2015
  • This study examines the significance of digital fabrication of scaled physical models in the digital design process and highlights the integration of design computing and digital fabrication in architectural education. Advances in CAD/CAM technologies have increasingly influenced building design and construction practices by allowing the production of complex forms that were once difficult to design and construct using traditional technologies. At the advent of digital architecture, schools of architecture introduced digital technologies to their curriculum, focusing more on design computing than digital fabrication, preventing students from completely mastering digital technologies. The significance of digital fabrication for scaled physical models as a design media within the digital design loop is discussed. Two case studies of leading schools of architecture that are successful in building the bridge between both areas are given. These focus on the curricular structure to integrate both areas within design studios. Finally, a curricular structure offering students a balanced approach to these areas of knowledge is proposed based on what was learned from these case studies.

Development of Feature Based Modeller Using Boundary Representation (경계표현법을 기본으로 한 특징형상 모델러의 개발)

  • 홍상훈;서효원;이상조
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers
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    • v.17 no.10
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    • pp.2446-2456
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    • 1993
  • By virtue of progress of computer science, CAD/CAM technology has been developed greatly in each area. But the problems in the integration of CAD/CAM are not yet solved completely. The reason is that the exchange of data between CAD and CAM is difficult because the domains of design and manufacturing are different in nature. To solve this problem, a feature based modeller is developed in this study, which makes it possible to communicate between design and manufacturing through features. The modeller has feature, the concept of semi-bounded plane is introduced, and implemented as a B-rep sheet model using half-edge data structure. The features are then created on a part by local modification of the boundary on a part based on feature template information. This approach generalizes the modelling of features in a geometry model.

Machining Feature Recognition with Intersection Geometry between Design Primitives (설계 프리미티브 간의 교차형상을 통한 가공 피쳐 인식)

  • 정채봉;김재정
    • Korean Journal of Computational Design and Engineering
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    • v.4 no.1
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    • pp.43-51
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    • 1999
  • Producing the relevant information (features) from the CAD models of CAM, called feature recognition or extraction, is the essential stage for the integration of CAD and CAM. Most feature recognition methods, however, have problems in the recognition of intersecting features because they do not handle the intersection geometry properly. In this paper, we propose a machining feature recognition algorithm, which has a solid model consisting of orthogonal primitives as input. The algorithm calculates candidate features and constitutes the Intersection Geometry Matrix which is necessary to represent the spatial relation of candidate features. Finally, it recognizes machining features from the proposed candidate features dividing and growing systems using half space and Boolean operation. The algorithm has the following characteristics: Though the geometry of part is complex due to the intersections of design primitives, it can recognize the necessary machining features. In addition, it creates the Maximal Feature Volumes independent of the machining sequences at the feature recognition stage so that it can easily accommodate the change of decision criteria of machining orders.

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