CNC Programming and Machining: Mastercam X Basic Tutorial (with CD-ROM)

Author: Kang Yaping
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Publish Date: 2007-03-01
Features: This book introduces the basic functions, usage methods, and techniques of the CAD and CAM features of the new version MastercamX software developed by the American CNCSoftware company through numerous modeling and machining examples. The book is divided into 8 chapters. Chapter 1 primarily introduces the application environment of MastercamX. Chapters 2 to 4 provide a detailed explanation of model creation and parameter settings. Chapter 5 briefly introduces the basic knowledge of CNC machining, common settings, and operational workflows. Chapter 6 covers two-dimensional machining operations. Chapter 7 provides an in-depth explanation of three-dimensional rough and finish machining operations. Chapter 8 uses comprehensive three-dimensional machining examples as a vehicle to detail the process from model analysis, determining the workpiece and tooling point, to toolpath planning and machining strategies, all the way to solid machining simulation and post-processing. This book can serve as a practical training manual, a textbook for CAD/CAM courses in mechanical manufacturing disciplines at universities and colleges, or a reference guide for mechanical industry designers self-studying the software.