This unbiased, no-nonsense, to-the-point description of 5-axis machining presents information that was gathered during the author's 30 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry, bridging countries and continents, multiple languages - both human and G-Code. As the only book of its kind, Secrets of 5-Axis Machining will demystify the subject and bring it within the reach of anyone who is interested in using this technology to its full potential, and is not specific to one particular CAD/CAM system. It is sure to empower readers to confidently enter this field, and by doing so, become better equipped to compete in the global market.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Common Misconceptions
Chapter 3 : Know Your Machine
Chapter 4 : Cutting Strategies
Chapter 5 : Indexing Work
Chapter 6 : Simultaneous Work
Chapter 7 : Machine Simulation
Chapter 8 : Choosing a Machine for Your Application
Chapter 9 : Choosing a CAD/CAM System for Your Application
Chapter 10 : Machine and CAD/CAM System Configuration
Index