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What is the main focus of Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)?
What is the main focus of Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)?
Manufacturing planning and control
What are the two broad categories in which the applications of CAM can be divided?
What are the two broad categories in which the applications of CAM can be divided?
- Manufacturing planning, 2. Manufacturing control
What is the purpose of Computer-aided process planning (CAPP)?
What is the purpose of Computer-aided process planning (CAPP)?
Preparing route sheets that list the sequence of operations and work centers
Which chapter discusses the topic of Numerical Control (NC) part programming?
Which chapter discusses the topic of Numerical Control (NC) part programming?
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What does CAD/CAM NC part programming involve?
What does CAD/CAM NC part programming involve?
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What is the role of the computer in manufacturing planning according to the text?
What is the role of the computer in manufacturing planning according to the text?
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What type of programming is more efficient for generating control instructions for machine tools for complex part geometries?
What type of programming is more efficient for generating control instructions for machine tools for complex part geometries?
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What is one of the problems encountered when operating a metal cutting machine tool?
What is one of the problems encountered when operating a metal cutting machine tool?
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What do computer programs provide recommendations for in relation to metal cutting operations?
What do computer programs provide recommendations for in relation to metal cutting operations?
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Which department is responsible for setting time standards on direct labor jobs performed in the factory?
Which department is responsible for setting time standards on direct labor jobs performed in the factory?
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How are work standards set for new jobs by commercially available computer packages?
How are work standards set for new jobs by commercially available computer packages?
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What function is included in production and inventory planning?
What function is included in production and inventory planning?
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Study Notes
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- CAD/CAM part programming is more efficient than manual part programming for complex part geometries
- Computerized machinability data systems recommend cutting conditions for different materials and operations based on compiled data
Machinability Data Systems
- Systems provide recommendations for speeds and feeds for metal cutting machine tools
- Recommendations based on data relating tool life to cutting conditions
Computerized Work Standards
- Computer programs set time standards for direct labor jobs in factories
- Programs use standard time data for basic work elements to calculate standard time for new jobs
Cost Estimating
- Computerized cost estimating simplifies the task of estimating new product costs
- Computers apply labor and overhead rates to planned operations and sum component costs to determine overall product cost
Production and Inventory Planning
- Computerized systems maintain inventory records, reorder stock items, and schedule production
- Systems also prioritize production orders and perform material requirements planning and capacity planning
Computer-Aided Line Balancing
- Computer programs assist in allocating work elements among stations on an assembly line
- Programs solve the line balancing problem to optimize production efficiency
CAM Applications
- CAM involves the use of computer technology in manufacturing planning and control
- CAM applications are divided into two categories: manufacturing planning and manufacturing control
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Explore the overview of Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) which involves the use of computer technology in manufacturing planning and control. Learn about the applications of CAM, including manufacturing planning and manufacturing control.
