What is CAD/CAM?

Definition

Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing — software that creates digital part designs and generates CNC machine toolpaths. CAD/CAM systems output G-code programs that CNC controllers execute for precision machining.

Related Terms

CNC Controller

A specialized computer that interprets G-code instructions to control the moveme...

G-Code

The standardised programming language used to control CNC machine tools, specify...

Axis

A single controlled direction of motion in a CNC machine or multi-axis servo sys...

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