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Tool path generation plays an important role in manufacturing. Tool paths should provide the cutter machine with the required geometry safely, efficiently, and economically, and ensure that the specified surface finish is achieved.
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Au, C.K., Ma, YS. (2013). Computation of Offset Curves Using a Distance Function: Addressing a Key Challenge in Cutting Tool Path Generation. In: Ma, Y. (eds) Semantic Modeling and Interoperability in Product and Process Engineering. Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-5073-2_8
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