CAD/CAM (copy)

What does CAD stand for?

What does CAD stand for?

Computer Aided Design

What is CAD?

the use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, and analysis of a design

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What are the advantages of CAD?

• __F__ixes errors quickly

• __I__mproved versions of designs

• __S__timulate how a product will look and preform

• __C__ollaborative design - designers can collectively work on projects globally

• __G__enerative design - use maths to create better designs

What is a mnemonic for CAD disadvantages?

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What are the disadvantages of CAD?

• __L__oss of skilled workforce

• __H__igh set up costs - equipment software, staff training, machine maintenance

• __C__yber attacks - viruses can cause problems

What are examples of CAD programmes?

• 2D design

• Autodesk fusion 360

What does CAM stand for?

Computer Aided Manufacture

What is CAM?

an automated way of manufacturing products, using computer-generated code to control the machinery

What is a mnemonic for CAM advantages?

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__C__ars

__R__ide

__S__ome

__M__ad

__H__ighways

What are the advantages of CAM?

• __R__epeated manufacture at high outcomes

• __C__ontinuous working 24/7

• __R__apid prototyping

• __S__peeds up manufacturing process

• __M__inimal supervision

• __H__igh degrees of accuracy

What is a mnemonic for CAM disadvantages?

__O__tters

__L__ove

__T__iny

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What are the disadvantages of CAM?

• Outdated - technology can be outdated as it moves forward

• Loss of employment

• Technology can fail - cause accidents

• High cost - equipment, training and maintenance

What are some examples of CAM machinery?

• CNC embroidery

• Vinyl cutter

• Laser cutter

• 3D printer