Computer-aided manufacturing system and method for sheet-metal punching
US7228196B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P90/02
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A computer-aided manufacturing system for sheet-metal punching includes client computers (6), a server (1), and a database (2). The client computers are used for transmitting client drawings to the server, and obtaining machining drawings from the server. The database is used for storing the client drawings, punching tool information, turret information, punching tool layout information, relevant production management information, machining drawings of workpieces, and statements for control of machining processes. The server is connected to a production management system (3) through a network (4), and is used for automatically selecting, mounting and laying out punching tools, optimizing turrets, simulating machining of workpieces, and exporting CNC (computer numerical control) code files, types of machines, machining information on workpieces and materials of the workpieces to the production management system in order to have statements for control of relevant machining processes generated. A related computer-aided manufacturing method for sheet-metal punching is also provided.
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