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Software for Creating Dynamic Toolpaths
- February 26, 2015
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Mastercam’s Dynamic Motion technology creates toolpaths that calculate more than just the areas where metal will be removed; they also take into account the changing condition of the material throughout various stages of machining.
The toolpath has enough intelligence to look ahead to see what’s coming and modify feeds, speeds, stepovers, and cutting motions based on ever-changing material conditions. According to the company, benefits include much shorter cycle times, less wear and breakage of tools, and less wear on machines.
By reducing stepovers and air cutting, these toolpaths can reduce cycle times by 25 to 75 percent, the company states. This type of toolpath helps to ensure that the tool spends most of its time cutting at full depth with fewer stepdowns.
This type of toolpath motion uses the full flute length so machinists get even wear and heat distribution, resulting in fewer tool changes and less grinding.
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