📖Glossary
Autodesk Inventor
Inventor
A CAD software package created by Autodesk. Free for Educational Use
Computer Aided Design
CAD
The use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimization of a design. Common CAD programs are Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, Solidworks, and Onshape.
Computer Aided Manufacturing
CAM
The use of software to control machinery to automate a manufacturing process.
Computer Numerical Control
CNC
Computer numerical control (CNC) is a manufacturing method that automates the control, movement and precision of machine tools through the use of preprogrammed computer software, which is embedded inside the tools.
Fusion 360
F360
A CAD & CAM software package created by Autodesk. Free for Educational Use
Solidworks
A CAD software package created by Dassault Systemes. Free for Educational Use
OnShape
An online browser based CAD software package created by PTC. Free for Educational Use
Wasteboard/Spoilboard/Bleeder Board
This is a disposable work area that attaches to the top of your router/mill table. It protects the factory surface table from sustaining damage during processing while the tool works through the workpiece material.
Workholding
Workholding refers to any device that is used to a secure a workpiece against the forces of machining, it could be a clamp, vise, tube fixture, etc.
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