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4D Rotary Machining with Robots

Next level: 4D. Learn rotary milling

5 lessons40 minTier 314 languages
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This course introduces 4D operations, along with the required setup, approach definition and tool orientation knowledge. It also focuses on surfacing operations, in contrast to more basic planar operations.

 

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Gerry Grainger

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  1. 1Roughing and Explanation of 4D FunctionsThis module covers the setup and execution of 4D rotary toolpath operations, focusing on rotary roughing techniques. Participants learn to import models, define workpieces, and configure tool orientation and trajectory forms for effective machining. The session culminates in generating and simulating a roughing toolpath for a fluted column model.Video lesson
  2. 24D Rotary FinishingThe rotary finishing operation utilizes the fill parameters by operation feature to streamline the setup process by inheriting settings from previous operations. This lesson demonstrates generating toolpaths with adjusted tolerances and optimizing transition times for efficiency. The session concludes with a preview of advanced 4D surfacing options for enhanced surface finishes.Video lesson
  3. 34D Surfacing OperationsExplore 4D surfacing techniques by setting up rotary operations and defining machining surfaces. Learn to adjust toolpaths using strategies like "across curve" and "morph between two curves" for optimal edge definition. Simulate operations to verify results and prepare for advanced techniques like group multiplication in subsequent sessions.Video lesson
  4. 4Use of the ‘Multiply Group’ operationUtilize the multiply group operation to efficiently replicate 4D surfacing toolpaths for complex geometries, such as twisted columns. Set the desired rotation axis and iteration count to automate the process, ensuring precise toolpath orientation. This method enhances programming efficiency and improves the quality of the final output.Video lesson
  5. 5Assignment – 4D with RobotsReading· Assignment required

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