Course Summary
Learn how to create multi-axis CNC toolpaths in this comprehensive course, which covers everything from basic concepts to advanced techniques.Key Learning Points
- Master the art of multi-axis CNC toolpath creation
- Learn how to optimize your toolpaths for maximum efficiency
- Explore advanced techniques for complex machining operations
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Create optimized toolpaths for multi-axis CNC machining operations
- Apply advanced techniques to optimize machining operations
- Implement best practices for CNC programming
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of CNC machining
- Access to CNC machine and software
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Hands-on exercises
Similar Courses
- Advanced CNC Machining
- CNC Programming and Operations
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Bob Warfield
- Mark Terryberry
Related Books
Description
Computer Numerical Controlled machines, or CNC for short, can have a nearly endless number of options. Most machines today control tool motion in 3-axes, X, Y and Z, but can be upgraded to include a 4th or 5th axis as well, A and B. Additionally, there are many machines on the market that are already 5-axis capable. The good news is that Autodesk® Fusion 360™ has you covered if you need to control multi-axis positioning or simultaneous motion in all 5 axes at once!
Knowledge
- Recognize multi-axis geometry.
- Identify 3+2 vs. Simultaneous machining.
- Practice the application of multi-axis toolpaths.
Outline
- Creating Multi-Axis Positioning Toolpaths
- Course overview
- Get the software
- Week 1 overview
- Importing a tool library to the cloud
- Creating a new CAM setup for multi-axis
- Creating a 3D adaptive clearing operation
- Create a 2D contour on a complex part
- 2-axis pocketing
- Drilling and tapping in 3 axes
- 5-axis drilling
- Creating a pattern of toolpaths
- Comparing posted code for multi-axis positioning
- Creating a 3-plus-2 pocketing toolpath
- Patterning a pocket toolpath
- Creating a multi-axis contour
- Create a pocket operation in the side of a part
- Finishing off multi-axis positioning toolpaths
- Practice exercise 1 video instructions
- Practice exercise 1 solution
- Practice exercise 2 video instructions
- Practice exercise 2 solution
- Practice exercise 3 video instructions
- Practice exercise 3 solution
- Creating Multi-Axis Positioning Toolpaths resources
- About the discussion forum
- Online learning communities and social media
- Practice exercise 1 instructions
- Practice exercise 2 instructions
- Practice exercise 3 instructions
- Week 1 challenge exercise
- Pre-course questions
- Week 1 quiz
- Simultaneous Multi-Axis Toolpaths
- Week 2 overview
- Setting up a multi-axis contour toolpath
- Controlling the lead or lag of the tool
- Controlling maximum tilt during a multi-axis contour
- Using shaft and holder clearance
- Setting up a new CAM program
- Creating a swarf toolpath with contour selection
- Creating a swarf toolpath with surface selection
- Controlling a flow toolpath for 3 axes
- Setting up a new CAM program with a generative design part
- Controlling a flow toolpath for 5 axes
- Avoiding collisions
- Multi-axis flow for 3 vs 5 axes
- Practice exercise 1 video instructions
- Practice exercise 1 solution
- Practice exercise 2 video instructions
- Practice exercise 2 solution
- Practice exercise 3 video instructions
- Practice exercise 3 video instructions
- Simultaneous Multi-Axis Toolpaths resources
- Practice exercise 1 instructions
- Practice exercise 2 instructions
- Practice exercise 3 instructions
- Week 2 challenge exercise
- Week 2 quiz
- Creating Multiple Setups
- Week 3 overview
- Creating a distributed design
- Create soft jaw geometry
- Add a probing location
- Create a CNC Mill setup
- Rough and Finish a basic part from the bottom
- Create a second setup in Fusion 360
- Clear and finish a part
- Export an NC file for specific toolpaths
- Using multiple WCS offsets
- Creating multiple copies of the same setup with WCS offsets
- Practice exercise 1 video Instructions
- Practice exercise 1 solution
- Practice exercise 2 video instructions
- Practice exercise 2 solution
- Practice exercise 3 video instructions
- Practice exercise 3 solution
- Creating Multiple Setups resources
- Practice exercise 1 Instructions
- Practice exercise 2 instructions
- Practice exercise 3 instructions
- Week 3 challenge exercise
- Week 3 quiz
- Creating Multiple Setups for Multiple Machines
- Week 4 overview
- Creating a body for stock setup
- Setting up for a CNC mill
- Rough and finish a retaining feature
- Creating a new setup for final machining
- Creating a probe operation
- Roughing and finishing a multi-axis part
- Using folders in a setup
- Creating an NC program
- Creating multiple setup sheets
- Viewing toolpaths in A360
- Surface creation for toolpath setup
- Practice exercise 1 video instructions
- Practice exercise 1 solution
- Practice exercise 2 video instructions
- Practice exercise 2 solution
- Practice exercise 3 video instructions
- Practice exercise 3 solution
- Accessing manufacturing extensions
- Creating an additive setup
- Create a hole recognition toolpath
- Create a steep and shallow toolpath
- Use probing to locate features and inspect parts
- Creating Multiple Setups for Multiple Machines resources
- Practice exercise 1 instructions
- Practice exercise 2 instructions
- Practice exercise 3 instructions
- Week 4 challenge exercise
- Honors assignment resources
- Week 4 quiz
- Course assessment
- Honors Assessment
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