ModuleWorks Ships CAM Components v2009.3
 AACHEN,
Germany, Apr 9, 2009 - ModuleWorks, the leading supplier of CAD/CAM
components for toolpath generation and simulation, is pleased to announce
the latest release of its CAM components, version 2009.3. The release offers
a wide range of new features across the product range, further expanding
capability for the different areas of 3-5 Axis toolpath creation and machine
simulation.
The 3-Axis machining component adds new options for toolpath control in
roughing as shown in the illustrations below. Aimed at maintaining a smooth
motion and constant feed rate, roughing allows corner motion to be smoothed and
new ‘S’ shape link moves to be generated between passes. Smoothing is also an
option for the final pass but separate control is provided for maximum
flexibility. Finally, a ‘remove corner peg’ control is used to ensure complete
material removal, especially useful when higher stopovers are employed.
New smooth toolpath options for 3-Axis roughing
The market leading 4 and 5-Axis machining components have been further
refined with improvements focused on toolpath control, particular during linking
and collision avoidance motion. Link control now has the ability to follow stock
when connecting larger gaps; this has the benefit of being safe while minimizing
the motion during the link move.
ModuleWorks Simulation includes new back plot control to help visualize and
optimize toolpath motion. Lead and link moves may be switched off and control is
now provided to allow a limited number of toolpath segments to be displayed at
any one time. These features improve visualization of the toolpath and allow
users to better understand tool motion in the virtual world.
David Plater, Technical Director comments, “We’ve followed the strategy from
the previous releases by providing a range of productivity improvements across
the product range, much of it based on feedback from our partners. The beta
releases have been well received and many partners have already begun
incorporating the new features in their own products”.
About ModuleWorks
ModuleWorks is a software component provider for the CAD/CAM industry.
ModuleWorks’ expertise in 5-Axis simultaneous machining is recognized throughout
the CAM industry and its software components for machining and simulation are
used by more than 50% of the leading CAM vendors as (reported by analyst
CIMdata). ModuleWorks 5-Axis software has been used to manufacture complex
5-axis parts for more than 12 years and now has over 4000 users worldwide.
For more information, visit
www.ModuleWorks.com.
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