Computer-Aided Engineering
8.1 Computer numerical control
8.1.1 Typical applications of computer numerical control
Computer numerical control (CNC) is applied to a wide range of production processes in many industries. In the engineering industries it is applied to such processes as:
(a) Machine tools, including
– Milling machines and machining centres
– Centre lathes and turning centres
– Drilling machines
– Precision, grinding machines
– Electro-discharge machining (EDM) (spark erosion) machines
– Die sinking machines
(b) Sheet metal working machines, including
– Turret punching machines
– Riveting machines
– Forming machines
(c) Fabrication equipment, including
– Flame cutting machines
– Welding machines
– Tube bending machines
(d) Inspection machines for checking ...
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