Advanced metrology software lets shops probe almost any part shape while the part remains in its fixture on a machine. Lockheed Martin conducts on-machine, finished-part inspections with PC-Dmis/NC 3D ...

Although CAD/CAM software is used for almost all CNC machine programming these days, it helps immensely if the programmer also understands G-code — the common term for the most widely used numerical ...

Accepting parts off the machine tool is a rapidly growing trend in manufacturing as companies strive to make 100% accurate parts in the lowest possible cycle time. In order for the machining center to ...

[Gary] sent a few pictures of his latest project our way via Flickr, which we thought a few of you CNC owners might be interested in. He has been working with his CNC machine a lot lately and decided ...

SCHAUMBURG, IL--(Marketwired - November 24, 2015) - HEIDENHAIN is proud to offer the latest technology in machine tool touch probes. Employing a pressure sensor, HEIDENHAIN's unique TS 740 touch probe ...

This third installment in the golf putter design series moves the process from reverse engineering and additive manufacturing to CAD/CAM software. Turning attention to the role of CAD/CAM software in ...