Week 7 - Computer-Controlled Machining
Group Assignment
In this week we want to design cool designs in meter scale, we had a small CNC router machine in our lab and had access to a big machine in another workshop. So we started our week by testing a small parts using our machine. such as alignment, fixturing, speeds, feeds, materials, and toolpaths for your machine
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Individual assignments
I worked on designing a side table/stool that could be made of recycled plastic sheets
CAD ( Fusion 360)
I used parametric design using fusion360, draw my sketches and add dog bones to each joint
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CAM ( ArtCAM)
The ArtCAM software range provides a unique CAD modelling and CNC machining software solution to a wide variety of industries. Created for artisans over engineers, our easy-to-use and customizable cnc software range has allowed us to create signs, woodworks, engravings and the freedom to design and manufacture high-quality 2D or 3D products from customers artwork faster than they ever thought possible.We used it to generate A gcode by setting the endmill dimension, feedrate,rotor speed and max depth of cut![](Week%207%20-%20Computer-Controlled%20Machining%20b2e5356b7dc24b18abc784a971440566/Screenshot_(179).jpg)
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Machining
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Assemble Output
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Problem
Measure twice, Cut once. The chair top was to thin so the legs couldn't fit correctly, I fixed this problem by using thicker sheets, please check wildcardFiles