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A new concept for sequential form feature identification and elimination is presented. A set of domain-specific feature techniques are developed based on input from neutral formats of CAD-files with no explicit feature information. The method takes its inspiration from traditional process planning using a backward process planning concept. Various aspects of feature related CNC-path generation is treated and some physical test parts are presented. For the selected subset of relatively simple, but widely used geometry’s, the BCAM system presents an effective method for automatic generation of CNC-code suitable for a 3D milling machine. Future enhancements and developments are discussed.
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Christensen, G.K., Mogensen, O.B. (1995). Backward form feature recognition and removal for an automatic CNC-programming system — BCAM. In: Soenen, R., Olling, G.J. (eds) Advanced CAD/CAM Systems. IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-34834-6_12
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