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RANJITH.A.

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Computer Aided
Manufacturing (CAM)
What Is Computer Aided
Manufacturing:
It is control of the manufacturing process
by computers involving the integration of
CAD engineering data and the
computerized equipment which
manufactures the product.
Computer aided manufacturing concerns
the use of algorithms for planning and
controlling fabrication processes.
Computer aided manufacturing is the use
of computers for managing manufacturing
processes.
The technology evolved from the numerically
controlled machines of the 1950s, which were
directed by a set of coded instructions
contained in a punched paper tape.
Today a single computer can control banks of
robotic milling machines, lathes, welding
machines, and other tools, moving the
product from machine to machine as each
step in the manufacturing process is
completed.
Such systems allow easy, fast
reprogramming from the computer,
permitting quick implementation of design
changes.
CAM Features:
Using technology in production.
Leveraging capital investments.
Increasing productivity through automation.
Decreasing lead time through
programmatically controlled machinery.

How can CAM benefit a company:


Integrate design and manufacturing.
Make mass customization possible.
Reduce costs.
Automate manufacturing processes.
CAM Environment:
CAM include computer integrated
tool design, shop floor technology,
and manufacturing production and
control technology.
Manufacturing technologists
work closely with manufacturing
engineers in the planning, implementation
and evaluation of machines and materials.
CAM Environment:

Produce Measurement/
Analysis
Design 3D Cad Model Authority Reporting

Information back into Design


Essentially the collection of computer
technologies used in manufacturing are:
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Direct Numerical Control (DNC)
Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS)
Robots
Automated material Handling Systems

Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC):


Machine that is controlled by computer
Utilizes monitor and keyboard for operator
interaction
Facilitates greater control over quality
Allows machine to monitor the
maintenance of its parts
Direct Numerical Control (DNC):
Each machine contains its own
microprocessor.
Entire bank of machines controlled by a
single central computer.
If used with automated material handling,
considered to be a flexible manufacturing
system.
Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS):
Numerous computer-controlled machines
fed by automated material handling
system.
Allows for broad and deep product mix.
Minimal setup times enable small lot sizes.
Robots:
Mechanical manipulators that can be
accessed programmatically.
Consistent, repetitive-motion tolerant.
Ideal for tasks that are hazardous to
humans.
Automated Materials Handling System:
System where raw materials are
automatically fed into machines.
Examples:
Conveyor belts.
Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV).
Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems
(ASRS).
How It Works:
Product is conceived by engineer.
Product is designed using CAD software.
CAD data is transferred to manufacturing
machines memory.
Machine uses the CAD data to produce
the product, with little human
intervention.

Old System (without CAM):


Product is designed with CAD software.
Each production machine is
programmed individually.
OR if not automated:
Employees are trained on proper
production of the product.
New System (using CAM):
Product is designed with CAD software.
Product specifications are sent over
the plant network to each machine.
Machines have intelligence to
produce the products without human
intervention.
A Real World Example

C. D. Ward & Associates:


Manufacturer of knitwear in England.
Needed to automate design-to-
manufacture process.
A Real World Example (Contd)

C. D. Ward & Associates turned to CAM:


3-step process:
Converting the artistic garment
specification into a technical
specification.
Using the technical specification to
calculate yarn weights and
manufacturing times.
Converting weights and times to costs.
A Real World Example (Contd)

C. D. Ward & Associates:


CAM solution:
Enables faster turnaround of new
products.
Reduces waste by using raw
materials more efficiently.
Generates costs based on design
specifications.
Conclusion:

CAM enables companies to reduce capital


investment.
CAM allows for cost savings that can be
passed on to the final consumer.
CAM utilizes human resources more
efficiently to minimize labor costs.

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