Introduction to CAD/CAM Systems
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Computer-Aided Design
(CAD)
Use of computer systems to assist
in the creation, modification,
analysis, and optimization of a
design
Typical tools:
Tolerance analysis
Mass property calculations
Finite-element modeling and
visualization
Defines the geometry of the
design
Computer-Aided Manufacturing
(CAM)
Use of computer systems to
plan, manage, and control
manufacturing operations
Direct or indirect computer
interface with the plants
production resources
Numerical control of
machine tools
Programming of robots
Computer-Aided Engineering
(CAE)
Use of computer systems
to analyze CAD geometry
Allows designer to
simulate and study how
the product will behave,
allowing for optimization
Finite-element method
(FEM)
Divides model into
interconnected elements
Solves continuous field
problems
Computer-Aided Design
Process
Two types of activities: synthesis and
analysis
Synthesis is largely qualitative and hard
to capture on computer
Analysis can be greatly enhanced with
computers
Once analysis is complete, design
evaluation- rapid prototyping
Software packages for design
optimization
Components of CAD/CAM/CAE
Systems
Major component is
hardware and software
allowing shape manipulation
Hardware includes graphic
devices and their
peripherals for input and
output operations
Software includes packages
that manipulate or analyze
shapes according to user
interaction
Components of CAD/CAM/CAE
Systems
Hardware Components
Graphic device is composed of a display
processing unit, a display device, and
one or more input devices
Input devices:
Mouse
Space ball
Data tablet with a puck or stylus
Keyboard
Output Devices:
Plotters
Color laser printers
Software Components
CAD software allows the designer to
create and manipulate a shape
interactively and store it
CAM software plans, manages and
controls the operations of a
manufacturing site
CAE software analyzes design
geometry, allowing designer to study
product behavior
Windows-Based CAD
Systems
User interface is similar to Windows
Employs component technology, in
which best key software elements are
selected from among available software
Use object-oriented technology, which
modularizes the program
Capable of either parametric or
variational modeling
Internet support
CAD/CAM
CAD/CAM = Computer Aided Design
and Computer Aided Manufacturing.
It is the technology concerned with
the use of computers to perform
design and manufacturing functions.
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CAD can be defined as the use of
computer systems to perform certain
functions in the design process.
CAM is the use of computer systems to
plan,
manage
and
control
the
operations of manufacturing plant
through either direct or indirect
computer interface with the plants
production resources.
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Rapid Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping
has surgical
applications
Layer by layer fabrication
of three-dimensional
physical models from CAD
Fast and inexpensive
alternative for producing
prototypes and functional
models
Build parts in thin layers
Minimum operation time;
typically runs unattended
Medical Modeling - Zcorp
Rapid Prototyping Cycle
Rapid Prototyping Cycle
.STL is standard file
format for all U.S. rapid
prototyping systems
Preprocessing
prepares .STL file for
various rapid prototyping
systems
Build process can last
from a few hours to
several days
Post processing: removal
of part from machine,
support removal,
sanding
Rapid Prototyping Process
(Damvig)
A computer-controlled laser beam is
scanned across the surface of a vat of
liquid photopolymer, instantly
solidifying the liquid at each point of
contact. Using data generated from a
CAD file, individual cross-sections of
the three-dimensional geometry are
solidified in turn to build up a solid
part layer by layer. In this way even
highly complex geometries can be
built in a few hours without requiring
any tools.
From CAM definition, the
application of CAM falls into
two broad categories:
1. Computer monitoring and
control .
Process
Computer
Process
data
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2. Manufacturing support
application .
Process data
Computer
Mfg
Control signals operatio
ns
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The Product Cycle and
CAD/CAM
In order to establish the scope and
definition
of
CAD/CAM
in
an
engineering environment and identify
existing and future related tools, a
study of a typical product cycle is
necessary. The following Figure shows
a flowchart of such a cycle.
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Typical Product Life Cycle
Design
needs
Design
definitions,
specifications,
and requirements
Analysis
Design
documentation and
communication
Collecting
relevant design
information and
feasibility study
Synthesis
The CAD Process
Design
evaluation
Production
planning
Process
planning
The Design Process
Design and
procurement of
new tools
Order
materials
Design
optimization
Design
analysis
Design
modeling and
simulation
Design
conceptualization
The Manufacturing Process
The CAM Process
Production
Quality
control
Packaging
Shipping
NC, CNC, DNC
programming
Marketing
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The product begins with a need which is
identified based on customers' and markets'
demands.
The product goes through two main processes
from the idea conceptualization to the finished
product:
1. The design process.
2. The manufacturing process.
The main sub-processes that constitute the design
process are:
1. Synthesis.
2. Analysis.
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Implementation of a Typical CAD
Process on a CAD/CAM system
Delineation of Design changes
geometric
model
Design and
Analysis
algorithms
Definition
translator
Drafting and
detailing
Geometric
model
Documentation
Interface
algorithms
To CAM Process
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CAD Tools Required to Support the Design
Process
Design phase
Design conceptualization
Required CAD tools
Geometric modeling techniques;
Graphics aids; manipulations; and
visualization
Design modeling and simulation Same as above; animation; assemblies;
special modeling packages.
Design analysis
Analysis packages; customized
programs and packages.
Design optimization
Customized applications; structural
optimization.
Design evaluation
Dimensioning; tolerances; BOM; NC.
Design communication and
documentation
Drafting and detailing
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Implementation of a Typical CAM
Process on a CAD/CAM system
Geometric
model
Inspection
Interface
algorithms
Assembly
Process
planning
Packaging
NC programs
To shipping and marketing
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AM Tools Required to Support the Design Proc
Manufacturing phase
Required CAM tools
Process planning
CAPP techniques; cost
analysis; material and
tooling specification.
Part programming
NC programming
Inspection
CAQ; and Inspection
software
Assembly
Robotics simulation and
programming
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Definitions of CAD Tools Based on
Their Constituents
Computer
graphics
concepts
CAD
tools
Design tools
Geometric
modeling
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Definition of CAD Tools Based on Their
Implementation in a Design Environment
Design tools + Computer
Hardware
(control unit;
display terminals;
= CAD tools
I/O devices
Software (graphics;
modeling; applications
programs
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Definitions of CAM Tools Based on
Their Constituents
Networking
concepts
CAM
tools
Mfg tools
CAD
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Definition of CAM Tools Based on Their Implementation
in a Manufacturing Environment
Hardware
(control unit;
display terminals;
I/O devices
Mfg tools + Computer
Software (CAD; NC; = CAM tools
MRP; CAPP)
Networking
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Definitions of CAD/CAM Tools Based on
Their Constituents
Mfg tools
Design tools
CAD/CAM
Geometric
tools
Networking
modeling
Computer
graphics
concepts
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Definition of CAD/CAM Tools Based on Their
Implementation in an Engineering Environment
Hardware
Design and
+ Computer Software
Mfg tools
= CAD/CAM tools
Networking
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Typical Utilization of CAD/CAM Systems in an Industrial Environmen
Geometric modeling and graphics package
Process planning
Geometric modeling
of conceptual design
Is design evaluation
Possible with available
Standard software?
Design
package
No
Yes
Yes
Design testing
And evaluation
No
CAPP package
Is final design
Applicable?
Yes
Drafting
Documentation
Develop customized
programs and
packages
Programming
package
Are there
manufacturing
discrepancies in CAD
databases?
No
NC
programming
NC
package
Machining
Inspection
Assembly
Inspection
And Robotics
package
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Automation and CAD/CAM
Automation can be defined as the
technology
concerned
with
the
application of complex mechanical,
electronic,
and
computer-based
systems in the operation and control
of manufacturing systems.
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TTypes of Manufacturing Systems
1. Continuous-flow processes. Continuous dedicated production of
large amount of bulk product. Continuous manufacturing is
represented by chemicals, plastics, petroleum, and food industries.
2. Mass production of discrete products. Dedicated production of
large quantities of one product (with perhaps limited model
variations). Examples include automobiles, appliances and engine
blocks.
3. Batch production. Production of medium lot sizes of the same
product. The lot may be produced once or repeated periodically.
Examples: books, clothing and certain industrial machinery.
4. Job-shop production. Production of low quantities, often one of a
kind, of specialized products. The products are often customized
and technologically complex. Examples: prototypes, aircraft,
machine tools and other equipment.
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Continuousflow
production
Production
quantity
Mass
production
Batch
production
Job shop
production
Product variety
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Category
Automation achievements
Continuous-flow process
Flow process from beginning to end
Sensors technology available to measure
important process variables
Use of sophisticated control and optimization
strategies
Fully computer automated lines
Mass production of discrete products
Automated transfer machines
Dial indexing machines
Partially and fully automated assembly lines
Industrial robots for spot welding, part handling,
machine loading, spray painting, etc.
Automated material handling systems
Computer production monitoring
Batch production
Numerical control (NC), direct numerical control
(DNC), computer numerical control (CNC).
Adaptive control machining
Robots for arc welding, parts handling, etc.
CIM systems.
Job shop production
Numerical control, computer numerical control
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Computer Technology in
Automation
Most of the automated production systems implemented today
make use of computers. CAD/CAM in addition to its particular
emphasis on the use of computer technology, is also
distinguished by the fact that it includes not only the
manufacturing operations but also the design and planning
functions that precede manufacturing.
To emphasize the differences in scope between automation and
CAD/CAM, consider the following mathematical model:
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Advantages of CAD/CAM
systems
Greater flexibility.
Reduced lead times.
Reduced inventories.
Increased Productivity.
Improved customer
service.
Improved quality.
Improved
communications with
suppliers.
Better product design.
Greater manufacturing
control.
Supported integration.
Reduced costs.
Increased utilization.
Reduction of machine
tools.
Less floor space.
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