COMPUTER CONTROLLED MACHINING

Computer-controlled machining, often referred to as Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, is a manufacturing process that uses computer programs to control machine tools such as lathes, mills, routers, and grinders. This allows for precise and automated production of parts and components. This method works through the following steps;

  • Design: The part to be manufactured is first designed using Computer Aided Design software.
  • Programming: The design is then converted into a set of instructions, called G-Code, using Computer Aided Manufacture software. The G-Code contains detailed commands that tell the machine how to move, what speed to cut at, the type of tool to use, and the paths to follow.
  • Machining: The CNC machine reads the G-Code and automatically performs the required operations such as cutting, milling or drilling on the material to create a product.

    • GETTING STARTED

    1. DESIGN PROCESS

    I started off by using Solidworks to design a product to machine/cut. I chose flat pack furniture,which do not need any use of fittings and fixings. The furniture to cut is something that has to be useful in one of the laboratories where I work.

    PARTS CREATION

    I launced solidworks then created different parts of the furniture to cut. The pictures of creating parts are as follows; leg leg leg

    The final product looks like this:

    leg

    FILES

    The files I have made can be downloaded below.