Mastercam 9 Basic Tutorial

Author: Li Qiyin Zhi Ming Sun Peiyu
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: Mastercam is a CAD/CAM system software developed by CNC Software.Inc in the United States. The entire system consists of four modules: Design, Milling, Turning, and Wire Cutting. The system has strong design and machining capabilities and is based on a PC hardware platform and Windows operating system. It supports a Chinese environment, is easy to learn, and has a user-friendly Help system with detailed content. The software is reasonably priced and offers high cost-performance, making it a suitable option for small and medium-sized units and individuals who wish to engage in CAD/CAM development. This book focuses on the Design module and the Milling module, introducing the basic content of the Mastercam system: an overview of the Mastercam environment and system configuration, 2D and 3D graphic design and editing, 3D solid modeling, and machining-related basic settings, including 2D tool paths, 3D tool paths, 4-axis and 5-axis tool paths. The book is well-structured, combines text with illustrations, presents content in an accessible manner, and systematically introduces the basic functions of the Mastercam Design and Milling modules. It is suitable as a foundational textbook and also provides valuable reference material for professionals working in CAD/CAM.