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Week 12CAD/CAM

Matakuliah : Mechatronics 2

Tahun : 2005

Versi : 1.0/0

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Learning Outcomes

• By the end of this session, students will have a general understanding of CAD/CAM, computer numerical control, and robot applications.

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The Design Process

• Recognition of the needs.

• Problem definition.

• Synthesis.

• Analysis and optimization.

• Evaluation

• Presentation.

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The Application of Computers for Design

• Geometric modeling

• Engineering analysis

• Review and evaluation of the design.

• Automated drafting.

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CAD Benefits

• Productivity improvement.

• Reducing lead time.

• Greater accuracy in calculations.

• The use of common data base during the design and manufacturing process will improve procedures for engineering changes.

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Computer Numerical Control (CNC)

• “Computer numerical control is an NC system that utilizes a dedicated stored program computer to perform some or all of the basic numerical control functions” 1). It is often refered to “soft wired”.

• Reprogramming the unit provide flexibility and improving product varieties.

1) Groover, MP and Zimmers Jr E.W.

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Robot Applications

• Material transfer.

• Machine loading.

• Assembly.

• Inspection.