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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- 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.
- Import Solid Models: Import solid models from supported formats (AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.).
- Define Preferences: Open the add-in GUI and define your machining preferences and settings.
- Run Feature Extraction: Execute the feature extraction process.
- Review Assigned Operations: Review the automatically assigned operations and tools.
- Optimize Sequence: Ensure the operations are organized in the optimal sequence to minimize tool changes and processing time.
- Export/Generate Toolpaths: Generate the toolpaths for the optimized operations and export them as needed.
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.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
For further information or support, please contact nicolazande@gmail.com.