The CNC
simulation software has been developed for simulation of all
parts and operations of a CNC machine. The user inputs the
NC codes, workpiece geometry, tool, tool holders and other
machine parameters into computer program, then starts
simulation. The simulation software shows all the machine
motions. All possible machining errors can be seen during
simulation. These errors are; interference of machine parts,
workpiece and invalid NC codes. After simulation, the user
can visualise the cut workpiece and check it for the desired
dimensions. To achieve good simulation and verification
properties, several material removal and error checking
algorithms have been developed throughout the software
development process.
General Features
The simulation and verification
software can simulate a 4-axis (X,Y,Z,C) control CNC turning
center which has a drum type rotating tool turret head,
spindle NC indexing mechanism and ATC (automatic tool
changer). It enables turning, milling, chuck work and center
work.
- All machine parts involving
cutting operation are represented in 3 dimensional view.
- Dynamic zoom, pan and rotation
capability during simulation
- Wireframe and shaded view
options
- Visualisation is done with
solid modelling
- Automatic stop and error
description when error occurs during simulation
- Distinct realtime workpiece
examination window
- Simultaneous display and
tracking of NC Codes
- NC Code editor
- NC Code import and export
functionality
- Control of machine part
movements outside of the simulation process
- Workpiece creation and
modification tool
- Machine components creation
tool
- Tool setup editor
- Tools and machine part
geometries can be imported from other CAD programs
- "Sat" file format support for
importing and exporting workpiece or machine part
geometries.
- Adaptability for different CNC
turning centers
- Collisions that can be
trapped:
Tool vs Chuck, chuck jaws
Tool holder vs chuck, chuck
jaws
Machine body vs turret
Chuck, chuck jaws vs turret
Tailstock vs turret
Workpiece vs turret
Workpiece vs tool holder
Tool vs tailstock
Tool holder vs tailstock
- Other errors that can be
trapped:
G code syntax errors
Invalid G codes
Tool, tool holder placements
on turret
Excessive depth of cut
Maximum Number of Turrets
That Can be Simulated:
1
Turret Motion Capacity:
X,Y,Z axes and rotation for tool changing.
Turret Tool Holding Capacity:
Unlimited number of tools can be loaded, rotating tools can
be simulated, ATC is also available.
Spindle Control:
C-axis control available
Tailstock:
Available
Tooling Capabilities:
32768 tools can be defined. Tool offset can be simulated.
Programming capability:
Unlimited number of NC Codes can be entered. Sub programs
can be used.
Screenshots of
the Software
Machine parts can be designed parametrically
Different workpiece shapes can
be designed or imported.
Fixturing is also available
Tool and tool
holder setup module permits complex shaped tool design
Realistic tool
offset setup is available
G Code editor
window
Simulation
screen
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