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alphacam-est

Overview

AlphaCAM add-in that optimizes the extraction of significant features from imported solids (such as those from AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.). This add-in will efficiently assign the most suitable operation and tool to each feature based on customer preferences, which can be conveniently defined through a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI). The operations will be organized in an optimal sequence, prioritizing fewer tool changes and minimizing overall processing time.

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Features

  • Feature Extraction: Automatically identifies and extracts key features from imported solid models.
  • Operation Assignment: Assigns the most appropriate machining operations and tools to each extracted feature.
  • User Preferences: Allows users to define preferences and settings through a user-friendly GUI.
  • Optimization: Organizes operations in an optimal sequence to reduce tool changes and minimize processing time.

Usage

  1. Import Solid Models: Import solid models from supported formats (AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.).
  2. Define Preferences: Open the add-in GUI and define your machining preferences and settings.
  3. Run Feature Extraction: Execute the feature extraction process.
  4. Review Assigned Operations: Review the automatically assigned operations and tools.
  5. Optimize Sequence: Ensure the operations are organized in the optimal sequence to minimize tool changes and processing time.
  6. Export/Generate Toolpaths: Generate the toolpaths for the optimized operations and export them as needed.

User Interface

The add-in features a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily set your preferences and review the assigned operations. Key components of the GUI include:

  • Preferences Panel: Define your tool and operation preferences.
  • Feature List: View the extracted features and their assigned operations.
  • Optimization Settings: Configure settings for optimizing operation sequences.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Contact

For further information or support, please contact [email protected].

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