Solid modeling: foundation for manufacturing automation
We describe the concept of solid modeling and its applications for Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) processes. A solid modeler uses a complete, unambiguous mathematical description to present the shape of a physical part. A mathematically complete part data base is thus established. This date base can then be used by such CAM application programs as process planners and numerical control (NC) tool-path generators to help produce the modeled part. Without an unambiguous mathematical description, the application programs would not be able to operate without substantial human intervention. The solid modeler, then, provides the foundation upon which fully automated part design and manufacture will rest.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Livermore National Lab., CA (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-48
- OSTI ID:
- 5001724
- Report Number(s):
- UCRL-53651; ON: DE86002839
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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